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SANITATION WORKER I
Are you a morning person? Do you like working outdoors? Do you want to make a positive impact on the community? The City of Lexington is accepting applications for a full-time job of Sanitation Worker I. No experience necessary. Incumbent would collect municipal solid waste and recycling placed out for collection, operate packer equipment, assist in performance of preventive maintenance on sanitation vehicles and perform public works and related tasks as assigned. Starting rate of pay is $11.50 per hour DOQ&E. The City offers a very competitive benefits package. As a condition of employment prospective employees must undergo a comprehensive Criminal Background Investigation, VA DMV Driving Record Check and Drug Testing. Application forms are also available at the Human Resources Office located at 300 E. Washington Street, Second Floor, Lexington, VA 24450, and online at the City Website, www.lexingtonva.gov. The complete Job Description is also available online. Job is open until filled. The City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
GENERAL DEFINITION AND CONDITIONS OF WORK:
Performs routine unskilled manual work in the collection of solid waste and trash; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision.
This is very heavy work requiring exertion in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and feeling; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word, and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly, or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; visual acuity is required for depth perception, peripheral vision, operation of machines, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to outside environmental conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, hazards, and atmospheric conditions. The worker may be exposed to Bloodborne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TYPICAL TASKS:
Collecting municipal solid waste and trash; performing public works and related tasks as assigned.
Picks up cans or containers placed for collection and dumps into trucks and operates packer equipment;
Cleans area around cans;
Directs traffic and guides truck operator in congested areas;
Picks up limbs, leaves and other refuse;
Picks up paper, debris and litter on public property;
Cleans refuse truck and equipment;
Spots for driver when necessary;
Performs public works and utilities tasks as assigned;
Assists in performance of preventive maintenance on garbage truck;
Assists with snow and ice removal;
Performs related tasks as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Ability to perform continuous heavy manual work at a steady pace in adverse weather conditions; ability to understand and follow specific oral instructions; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the public; dependability.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to completion of the eighth grade.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $12.00 /hour
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $12.00 per hour
License/Certification:
- Driver’s License (Preferred)
Work Location:
Work Remotely:
Work Location: One location
