Refuse Collector III

The City of Norfolk's Department of Public Works is currently seeking experienced Refuse Collectors to fill vacancies within our Waste Management Division.

The Department of Public Works builds, maintains, and operates the physical facilities that support and enhance the lives of Norfolk's citizens, businesses, and visitors, including the City's Storm Water System, Street Network and Waste Management and Recycling Systems. The Department is comprised of 8 divisions that function collectively to make your commute safe and efficient, your neighborhood more attractive, and the streets and sidewalks clean and well-maintained.

Hiring Salary Range: $42,629- $46,891 (with an additional $5,000 CDL Stipend)

Essential Functions include but are not limited to:

• Collects and disposes of waste by operating all types of collection vehicles. Uses a refuse collection truck to pick up 90-gallon garbage cans, furniture, tree limbs, etc. from the curb.

• Lift, carry, push/pull, reach and handle 50 to 100 lb. boxes, bags of yard waste, furniture, and other refuse materials into collection trucks.

• Travels to and from the transfer station to empty the truck.

• Performs daily inspections of equipment to detect present or potential maintenance problems.

• Performs preventative maintenance as per manufacturer's operation manual and automotive policy to include filling collection trucks with fuel, washing and sweeping it out.

• Replaces damaged trash cans as needed.

• Interacts daily with citizens, customers, and communities by explaining refuse collection codes and procedures.

Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions to understand simple processes and the routine operations of machines.

Level of knowledge equivalent to four years of high school or equivalency.

Four (4) years refuse collection experience or commercial driving experience desired.

Valid Class B Commercial Driver's license with airbrake endorsement.

NIMMS ICS 100 within 30 days of hire. Must successfully pass all entry level testing and assessments upon hire.

Work Hours:  Tuesday

• Friday    7:00 am

• 5:30 pm   40 hrs. / week

Signing Bonus:  This position is eligible for a one-time $5000 sign on bonus.