Brush & Bulk Item - Refuse Collector

GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Under general supervision, to perform heavy manual work involved in the collection of refuse material and in the removal of brush and bulky items from alleys, curb sides, or other designated locations according to established policies and procedures.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Exercises no supervision
IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Operates equipment mechanism for loading, compressing, and dumping refuse material.
Directs the driver/operator in movement of refuse trucks in alleys and street pick up locations.
Cut limbs, brush, and related growths, which interfere with the safe movement of vehicles in alleys.
Pick up and empty refuse containers into vehicles; return containers to original locations.
Collect loose debris and brush piles as required; load into vehicles.
Identify defective containers.
OTHER JOB RELATED DUTIES
Perform other job related duties and responsibilities as assigned
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:
Safe and proper lifting techniques.

Skill to:
Operate a hydraulic compactor unit and hydraulic/air tailgate lift unit.
Operate a chainsaw.
Perform strenuous physical work for long periods of time.

Ability to:
Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, both internally and externally.
Follow and embrace the City of Abilene Core Values – Respect, Integrity, Service Above Self, and Excellence in All We Do.
Perform as a team member in a manner that accomplishes the Division’s mission and treats team members with dignity, courtesy, and respect.

Experience and Training Guidelines:
For positions with more than one level, all listed requirements at the lower levels are required at the higher levels. Any combination equivalent to experience and training to provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be qualifying. Knowledge, skills, and abilities may be obtained through:

Experience:
Experience in heavy manual work is required.
Education/Training
A high school diploma or GED is required.

License or Certificate:
A valid Texas driver’s license; the ability to obtain one within ninety (90) days or a military waiver is preferred.

Special Requirements:
Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment:
Bloodborne Pathogens training and HazCom training are required within sixty (60) days of employment.
Exposure to cold, heat, noise, outdoors, vibration, mechanical hazards, and electrical hazards.
Ability to travel to different sites.
Must be available for shift, on-call, and stand-by work.
With or without accommodation, the “X” indicates the overall strength demand of the position during a typical workday:
___ Sedentary – lifting of no more than 10 pounds
___ Light – lifting no more than 20 pounds; carrying up to 10 pounds
___ Medium – lifting no more than 50 pounds; carrying up to 25 pounds
_X_ Heavy – lifting no more than 100 pounds; carrying up to 50 pounds
___ Very Heavy – team lifting over 100 pounds; carrying more than 50 pounds
Physical Demand Codes: The following describes whether or not the position is expected to exert the physical demands listed during a typical workday as well as the overall frequency of the task:

Codes for how often:
N = No
E = Extensive (100 – 70% of the time)
M = Moderate (60 – 30% of the time)
I = Infrequent (20 – 10% of the time)
A = Almost Never (< 10% of the time)

Code / Task
_M__ Standing
_M_ Sitting
_E_ Walking
_E_ Lifting
_E_ Carrying
_E_ Pushing/Pulling
_M_ Overhead Work
_E_ Fine Dexterity
_E_ Kneeling
_E_ Crouching
_I__ Crawling
_E_ Bending
_E_ Twisting
_E_ Climbing
_E_ Balancing
_E_ Vision
_E_ Hearing
_E_ Talking
_E_ Other: ____Smell (in case of fire) ___