Solid Waste Operator I

5 days ago


Atlanta, Georgia, United States City of Atlanta Full time

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Solid Waste Operator I to join our team at the City of Atlanta. As a key member of our Public Works department, you will play a critical role in maintaining the cleanliness and safety of our community.

Job Summary:

The Solid Waste Operator I is responsible for operating garbage trucks, vehicles, and equipment in a safe and effective manner. This includes performing manual work associated with the collection of waste, evaluating daily schedules, and maintaining and securing departmental vehicles and equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Operate dual-drive garbage trucks, conventional rear loader garbage trucks, MAD VAC, mini-garbage trucks, tandem dump trucks, or open body dump trucks in a safe and effective manner.
  • Perform manual work associated with the collection of waste, including household garbage, trash, yard trimmings, furniture, bedding, animal waste, tires, etc.
  • Evaluate daily schedules to determine if a midday trip to the landfill is necessary, ensuring the efficient use of time and resources.
  • Perform vehicle pre/post-trip inspections, including checking oil, tires, and fluid levels.
  • Maintain and secure all departmental vehicles and equipment, including cleaning, performing minor repairs, and reporting damages to supervision.
  • Retrieve scale reports from landfill operators to record and maintain daily records identifying the amount of waste that was transported and dumped.
  • Review and sign documents, including work orders, service request forms, attendance records, daily or weekly work reports, employee records, and preventive maintenance records.

Requirements:

  • Valid Georgia Commercial Driver's License with Class A or B endorsement as appropriate to equipment operated.
  • Ability to effectively use written and verbal communication to convey or exchange professional information.
  • Ability to learn and understand subject matter principles and techniques.
  • Physically able to operate a variety of job-related machines at efficiency level requirements.
  • Ability to perform physical labor and move or carry related objects or materials.

Working Conditions:

Works under direct supervision and follows standard procedures and written instructions to accomplish assigned tasks. May work independently or with other workers with responsibility for completion of assigned tasks.

Supervision Provided:

Typically, none; may provide training to new-hires, temporary or contract workers.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully.



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