Route Specialist II; A262515-6 Recycling

Position: Route Specialist II, (A262515-6), 205, Recycling
Accomplish assigned solid waste collection routes within the given time frame. Provide customer service to citizens inquiries, comments, or concerns. Use caution in surrounding areas to ensure route is done in a safe manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job.  Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

* Is responsible for learning and memorizing routes consisting of 1,200 to 1,300 residents while safely driving and utilizing an automated truck.  Maintains vigilance of surrounding looking out for citizens, parked vehicles, overhead power lines, etc., in order to assure safe operations on a daily basis.

* Is responsible for safely carry out and complete assigned route while operating automated truck mounted with a hydraulic arm, lifting and emptying garbage and recycle bins.

* Carry out and complete assigned Web Qa/311 work orders, keep logs updated and reporting violations and unsafe conditions to customer service via radio communication.

* Conducts pre and post trip inspection on equipment.  Conduct basic maintenance including but not limited to washing, cleaning of chute and truck interior to maintain a clean and professional image.

* Trains and/or assists in the training of new employees by relying on previous experience and capability to use the tools and equipment to achieve the objectives fo the position as requested by management.

* Responds to customer questions and needs in a polite and courteous manner and assists with any questions or concerns.

* Attends bi-weekly safety meetings and complies with city and state policies and ordinances.

* Will be required to drive a City vehicle for City business use.

* Performs other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Skills and Abilities:

* Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with others.

* Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.

* Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.

* Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.

* Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.

* Ability to perform strenuous work and routine work.

* Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.

* Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.

* Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.

* Ability to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.

* Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of this position.

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Physical Effort Requirements Position will have the following exposures

* Office or similar indoor environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.

* Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work.

* Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk.

* Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

* Exerting up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.

* Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.

Work Environment Locations Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments

Seldom

* Office or similar indoor environment

* Confined space

Sometimes

* Warehouse environment

Often

* Outdoor environment

* Street environment (near moving traffic)

* Construction site

* Vehicles

Exposures Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements

Seldom

* Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)

Sometimes

* Individuals who are hostile or irate

* Individuals with known violent backgrounds

Frequently

* Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)

Often

* Communicable diseases

* Moving mechanical parts

* Fumes or airborne particles

* Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances

* Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)

Travel Position will require the employee to travel

Never:

* International travel

Seldom:

* Regional travel

* National travel

Often

* Local travel

Required

Education and Experience

* High School Diploma or G.E.D.

* At least two (2) years of truck driving…