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City of Venice, FL

Solid Waste Equipment Operator

City of Venice, FL, Venice, FL, United States


Salary: $45,877.67 - $66,980.01 Annually

Location : Venice, FL

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 2287

Department: Public Works

Division: Solid Waste

Opening Date: 11/25/2024

Description

Starting salary to commence at $45,877 except in extenuating circumstances.

General Statement of Job

Collects and disposes solid waste and recyclables, both for commercial and residential accounts in the City of Venice.

City Expectations:

Certain essential city services are required to be maintained in any civil emergency. Depending upon the type of emergency, any and all employees may be activated as essential employees in the event of an emergency.

Duties & Responsibilities

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

1. Safely and efficiently drives and operates all equipment as required.

2. Interacts with the public in a respectful, courteous, and responsible manner.

3. Achieves and maintains established route and tasks standards.

4. Assists co-workers to expedite overall operations and performs other duties and tasks before or after assigned route.

5. Cleans and washes equipment daily and performs daily vehicle inspections.

6. Receives and transmits information via radio or telephone.

7. Maintains legible, accurate, complete and timely records, reports, forms, and other required documentation.

8. Notifies supervisor of all accidents immediately and vehicle malfunctions/repair requirements prior to being released from duty.

Responsibilities:

Responsible for personal safety and proper use of equipment. Responsible in work to assigned foreman or designated supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Education and Training

High school graduate or GED.

Minimum Qualifications and Standards Required

Level I (Grade 124):

Knowledge of solid waste/recycling methods, materials and techniques. Ability to work independently of direct supervision and capable of sustaining regular and predictable attendance. Ability to operate both automatic and manual shift equipment. Ability to communicate effectively; understand and follow oral and written instructions, maps, GPS, and route books. Awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors and the general public. Must possess a valid Florida class "B" Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with the appropriate endorsements and free of any serious violations or a have a CLD Permit with the ability to obtain a class "B" Commercial Drivers License (CDL) within six (6) months of hire date.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb, bend, stoop, and lift/maneuver containers and bundles of various types and sizes weighing up to 40 pounds. Physical exertion large part of job. Ability to work outside in all kinds of weather and for prolonged periods of time. Must have good eyesight and hearing with or without aides. Must possess excellent hand and eye coordination. Reasonable accommodation will be considered for individuals with physical disabilities.

Supplemental Information

Working Conditions:

Works outdoors in all types of weather conditions, with odor of refuse most of the time. Work involves frequently entering and exiting vehicle. May be requested to work overtime or additional shifts as needed.

Other:

It is understood that every incidental duty connected with operations enumerated in the job description is not always specifically described, and employees, at the discretion of the City, may be required to perform duties not within their job descriptions.

Applicants (with the exception of current city employees) given a conditional offer of employment will be subjected to physical examination, drug, tobacco/nicotine screening, review of driver's license record, criminal background, and references from previous employers.

The City of Venice is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace

The City of Venice offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees including voluntary enrollment in:
  • Health Insurance (Employee, Employee +1 or Family)
  • Dental Insurance (Employee, Employee +1 or Family)
  • Vision Insurance (Employee or Family)
  • FRS - Florida Retirement System
  • Deferred Compensation Plan - 457b
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Life Insurance (Employee, Spouse & Dependent Children)
AND the following City paid benefits:
  • Accidental Death & Dismemberment
  • Basic Life Insurance (1x employee's annual salary)
  • EAP - Employee Assistance Program
  • Short-term Disability
  • Long-term Disability
  • 11 Paid Holidays
  • Vacation (8 hours/month, increases with tenure)
  • Sick Leave (8 hours/month)


01

What is your highest level of completed education?
  • Did Not Graduate Highschool
  • Highschool Graduate or Equalivent
  • Some College, No Degree
  • Associate's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree or Higher


02

If you possess a degree, what is your Major/Degree subject? Enter "N/A" if you do not have a college degree.

03

Do you possess a valid driver's license free of any serious violations?
  • Yes
  • No


04

What is your Driver's License number?

05

What classification is your CDL?
  • CDL A
  • CDL B
  • CDL Permit
  • No valid CDL


06

If you have a valid Florida CDL license. What endorsements do you currently have?
  • No CDL B or A
  • Air Brakes
  • Hazmat
  • Passengers
  • School Bus
  • Tanker
  • Double/Triple Trailer


07

Do you have previous Recycling/Solid Waste collection experience? (Prior Experience Not Required)
  • Yes
  • No


08

How many years of Commercial Driving experience do you have?
  • 2 Years or Less
  • 2 to 5 Years
  • 5 to 10 Years
  • 10 Years or More


09

The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.
  • Yes, I understand and agree
  • No, I do not agree


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