Sanitation Worker

6 days ago

High Point, North Carolina, United States City of High Point, NC Full time
Salary: $34,051.68 - $53,206.40 Annually
Location : High Point, NC 27260
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 3806
Department: Public Services Administration
Opening Date: 08/22/2024
Closing Date: Continuous

Job Description
Performs responsible un-skilled work in the collection of solid waste from residents and small businesses; does related work, as required.

Work is performed under the immediate supervision of a Sanitation Equipment Operator.

Essential Tasks
  • Empties roll-out carts into hopper of rear-packer truck using mechanical lifter mounted on the back of truck.
  • Steps up and rides on step mounted on rear of truck as truck moves from one location point to another, using hands and arms to hold on to truck while in motion.
  • Picks up bags, boxes, and bundles, not to exceed 50 pounds and places them in hopper of rear-packer truck.
  • Aids truck operator when backing the vehicle by giving signals or calling out and guides truck operator in congested areas.
  • Serves as a driver trainee, as required.
  • Assist in cleaning truck.
  • Ensures that all work is performed in accordance with OSHA and City Safety Standards and Policies.
  • Performs other duties as assigned;
Qualifications
  • Valid North Carolina Driver's License.
  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Must be able to perform manual labor for long periods of time in all weather conditions.
  • High School Diploma or GED Preferred
Physical Requirements

Hearing/Speaking - Expressing and/or receiving information by means of spoken word are both necessary to converse with internal and external customers including co-workers, citizens, and vendors.

Visual Abilities - the ability to perceive via eyesight is required for this position:
  • Acuity, far - clarity of vision at 20 feet or more. Must be able to see from a distance when operating a motor vehicle or addressing an audience.
  • Acuity, near - clarity of vision at 20 inches or less. Must be able to see work-related business documents close at hand.
  • Depth perception - Three-dimensional vision and the ability to judge distance and space relationships.
  • Field of Vision - the area that can be seen up and down or to the right or left while eyes are focused on one point. Must be able to see a wide span of area.
  • Accommodation - Must be able to adjust the eye lens to glance quickly.
Physical Strength - degree of physical demands typically associated with this position include:
  • Light Work
    • Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally; and/or
    • Exerting up to 10 pounds of force frequently; and
    • A negligible amount of force constantly to handle or move materials related to the position
  • Type of Physical Demands
    • Reaching - Extending the hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction.
    • Handling - Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hand(s).
    • Fingering - Picking, pinching or otherwise working with fingers primarily rather than the entire hand or arm.
Mental Activity/Requirements

Reasoning
  • Ability to apply principles of logical thinking combined with knowledge of principles and practices of public personnel and employment laws to work tasks and handle practical situations, comprehend, and respond to a variety of situations in a timely fashion and exercise good judgment.
Mathematics Ability
  • Using arithmetic and/or statistics: Ability to direct and oversee the use of arithmetic and/or statistics in the preparation of a variety of tests and reports.
Language Ability
  • The ability to speak, read and write the English Language are required for this position.
Environmental Conditions
  • Physical Surroundings
    • The Worker is subject to outside environmental conditions: Exposed to the various weather conditions and temperatures. Worker is required to work in extremely hot and cold weather conditions as well as in the rain, sleet and snow. Combining the type of work performed with weather conditions, the worker should be one who can work constantly for extended periods of time while outside in various weather conditions. The position is best suited for someone who is accustomed to working in hot, cold, wet, dirty and sweaty conditions.
  • Hazards
    • Employee will be exposed to trash and garbage as well as various other items as discarded. Work is subject to final standards of OSHA on bloodborne pathogens.
    • Machinery/Tools/Work Aids/Other Equipment (which may be representative, but not all inclusive, of those commonly associated with this type of work.)
      1. Lever operated mechanical lifters, two-way radio, telephone, mobile carts and Personnel Resolution.
    Disclaimer

    This job description may not be all-inclusive, as jobs evolve over time to meet the ever-changing needs of the City of High Point's workforce. This job description is not intended to and does not create a contract or offer of employment to any individual. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is possible that requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disabled individuals. However, no accommodations will be made which may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others or which impose undue hardships on the City of High Point. Candidates selected for employment must pass a background screening as well as a pre-employment physical to ensure medical clearance to perform the essential functions of the job prior to receiving a full offer of employment.

    The City of High Point is an at-will employer and employees may be terminated or may terminate their employment at any time with or without reason for any reason not prohibited by law.

    Our Commitments

    The City of High Point is committed to be an Equal Opportunity Employer which celebrates diversity and seeks to attract and retain the best qualified partners in service to the Citizens of the City of High Point. The City of High Point is an at-will employer and employees may be terminated or may terminate their employment at any time with or without reason for any reason not prohibited by law.

    The City of High Point is committed to classifying and compensating its employees fairly and equitably for the work they do weighed with both the internal capabilities and the external market. While the job description is not intended to and does not create a contract of employment, we are excited to use this "living document" as a guide for managing performance and positions to ensure job descriptions are reflective of the current work required by the incumbent or expected by any candidate to whom an offer of employment is extended.

    The City of High Point is committed to providing a safe, comfortable working environment to all employees. To that end, we are proud to comply with all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements, as well as make reasonable accommodations to candidates and employees as we are able in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Candidates selected for employment must undergo (a.) a physical to determine whether they will be able to safely complete the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation (b.) a drug screening, in accordance with the City's drug and alcohol policy and (c.) a background screening to determine whether there is any current, pending or previous charge, conviction or other infraction deemed incompatible with service in the capacity for which the candidate is being hired. Successful results from all three of these conditions will result in an offer of employment.
    City of High Point - Benefits Overview Statement

    The City of High Point offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Employees in designated part-time positions may participate in some of the benefit programs offered to regular full-time employees.
    Access the following link to view City of High Point Benefits and links to Benefit sites:
    Benefits Overview

    The Benefits Handbook provides a summary of benefits for City of High Point Employees. Benefits Booklet =
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