Waste Services Operator II
External
Denver · Greater Denver AreaFull-timeOn-siteToday
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Requirements
- Our ideal candidate has some or all the following experience, skills, and characteristics:
- Experience driving and operating trash collection vehicles such as automated side loader, rear loader, front loader, and roll off
- Strong commitment to safety and incident prevention.
- Strong commitment to teamwork assisting all teams and areas to complete service delivery.
- Experience working independently while meeting productivity and service expectations.
- Ability to get in and out of vehicles and equipment multiple times per day
- Ability to work in varying conditions (inclement weather, dust, fumes,
Benefits
A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service457B Retirement Plan140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 12 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, 1 Wellness Day and 1 volunteer day per yearCompetitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start dateWaste Service Operator II also averages about 12 days of overtime each year, providing opportunities for increased earnings.Location & ScheduleIn this position you can expect to work on-site and in the field throughout the City and County of Denver, 5 days a week during the training period.Upon completion of training, you will transition to a four-day, 10-hour shift schedule, with regular overtime opportunities - averaging about 12 days per year - based out of one of our three campuses: Central Platte, Cherry Creek, or Roslyn.Who We Are & What You'll DoThe Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DOTI), through its employees, enhances the quality of life in Denver by efficiently delivering effective, high quality, safe and equitable public infrastructure, and services. For more information, please visit the DOTI website .DOTI's Commitment to Equity:DOTI is committed to providing attention and resources to the areas, assets, and people of the city with the greatest need through equitable contracting, equitable investments, and equitable workforce development.DOTI's culture revolves around four key principles: (1) Invest in Our People, (2) Operate with Discipline, (3) Use Data to Drive Decisions, and (4) Deliver Results.Solid Waste Management provides essential trash collection, hazardous waste removal, recycling, and composting services to single-family homes, multi-family dwellings with up to seven units, municipal facilities.We are seeking qualified Waste Service Operator IIs to join our team and help deliver these critical services to the Denver community. Duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:Safely operates an automated side loader (ASL) truck to collect and transport waste and recyclable materials along assigned routes, including residential streets, alleys, driveways, parking lots, and other areas with varying traffic and access conditions.Loads/unloads waste and/or recycling materials at landfills, recycling centers, or similar facilities.Utilize route management technology, tablets, and communication systems to document service completion and operational issues.Interprets rules and regulations governing the nature of the material being collected and container suitabilityIdentifies unsatisfactory waste containers and tag containers in accordance with applicable departmental proceduresResponds to public inquiries in a courteous manner and provides information within the area of assignmentCompletes daily pre/post trip inspection as defined by federal guidelinesAssists in preventative maintenance of equipment by washing and servicing vehicles with water, grease, oil, and fuel.Prepares routine operating reports, such as material collected, miles driven, and fuel usedProvide guidance and informal training to less experienced operators as assigned.Responsible for properly reporting uncollected refuse and the completion of collectionPerforms other related duties as assigned.Dental insuranceVision insurancePaid time offEquity / stock options
Additional Information
About Our Job With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose - for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver.
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