Yard Waste Route Driver (I Or Ii), Sanitation Collection

Salary: $20.14 - $26.96 Hourly
Location : Albemarle, NC
Job Type: Full-time Regular
Job Number: 00142
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 03/28/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Scope of Role
Employees in this class will operate solid waste collection trucks and other equipment as needed to successfully collect residential waste placed at curb. Yard waste collection including limbs, grass, bush and brush trimmings, and loose leaves will be the main responsibilities of this position.
Employees in this position generally works Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (40 hours). However, this position may also work weekends, holidays, or during weather events, emergency situations, or special events as needed. This position will report to the Solid Waste Collection Crew Leader and supervised by the Public Works Street Maintenance Superintendent.
Essential Duties

• Drives grapple truck with knuckle boom crane to collect solid waste yard debris along an assigned route: positions vehicle to allow for the most efficient and effective loading of materials; monitors and adjusts the pace of vehicle and collection activities to ensure timely completion of the route; operates mechanisms on the truck to secure and collect sold waste yard debris; ensures that load is properly balanced, covered, and contained; and monitors activities of workers on or around the truck for safety.
• Collects solid waste yard debris along assigned route, as part of a yard debris crew including, brush, limbs, and Yard Waste; verifies items meet City guidelines for disposal; tags piles with unauthorized items.
• Follows established safety procedures utilizes safety equipment and wears protective gear; monitors work environment to ensure the safety of employees and other individuals; monitors traffic conditions to identify obstructions, pedestrians, or unsafe traffic conditions; and reports any incidents, accidents, problems, or unusual situations.
• Operates a variety of machinery, equipment, and tools associated with department projects, which may include but is not limited to a pick-up truck, knuckle boom truck, rakes, pitch forks, shovels, and other hand tools.
• The employee is subject to working in an outside environment including extreme hot and cold weather and to work hazards including loud noise, vibrations, moving mechanical parts, exposure to chemicals, fumes, odors, poor ventilation, and oils.
• Performs general cleaning and maintenance tasks necessary to keep the vehicle, equipment, and tools in operable condition, which may include inspecting equipment, checking/replacing fluids, refueling vehicles, greasing equipment, washing/cleaning equipment, or cleaning shop or work areas; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; and reports faulty equipment to supervisor.
• Communicates with supervisor, subordinates, other City employees, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review the status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
• Processes a variety of documentation associated with department/division operations, within designated timeframes, and per established procedures: receives, reviews, prepares, completes, processes, forwards, or retains as appropriate various forms, reports, correspondence, brush lists, route sheets, tonnage reports, vehicle maintenance logs, boom lists, and other documentation; compiles data for further processing or for use in the preparation of department reports; and maintains computerized and/or hardcopy records.
• Operates a personal tablet to enter, retrieve, review, or modify data, utilizing a database, Internet, e-mail, or other software; and operates general office or other equipment as necessary to complete essential functions.

Additional Duties

• Performs other tasks as assigned and/or as needed for the Public Works Department.

Qualifications
Education & Experience
High school diploma or GED required; any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Specific License or Certification

• Class B CDL license is required.
• Ability to learn routes and navigate in the City of Albemarle.

Applicants with equivalent experience and/or education may be considered.
Physical Requirements
Tasks require the ability to exert heavy physical effort in heavy work, with greater emphasis on climbing and balancing, but typically also involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds); may occasionally involve heavier objects and materials (up to 100 pounds
Albemarle will be a place where all people can develop their potential, bringing neighbors together to support a connected community rich in water, air, land, and opportunity.
We are dedicated to providing benefits that meet the needs of our employees and their families, while being competitive and cost effective. We offer the following:

• Medical insurance for individuals provided at 100%; competitive rates for dependent coverage
• Local Gov't Employees Retirement System plan
• 401K & 457B
• Paid life insurance
• Optional dental and vision coverage, flexible spending accounts, and short-term disability subject to plan terms and applicable waiting periods
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and employee training
• Employee Assistance Program
• Membership in the North Carolina Local Government Employees' Retirement System
• Other benefits to support you in your role (Ex: Tool stipends, annual boot allowance, City mobile phone or reimbursement)

About the City Of Albemarle
The City of Albemarle is home to approximately 16,000 residents and is the county seat of Stanly County. Our city has a thriving business environment, distinctive homes and friendly neighborhoods. Its growing industrial and commercial sectors make Albemarle an attractive place tolive and work. Situated in the beautiful Uwharrie LakesRegion in the Piedmont of North Carolina, Albemarle is conveniently located near several of the state's urban areas- Charlotte, Raleigh, Greensboro, and Winston-Salem.
Quality of Life
Albemarle is one of the principal communities of the Uwharries Lakes Region, an area that has been described as the "Central Park of North Carolina". This area is rich in cultural, historical, natural and recreational assets.
Albemarle and Stanly County provide an exceptional opportunity to live in a safe, attractive community that is ideal for raising families or for enjoying retirement. The area benefits from a moderate climate and a landscape of gently rolling hills. Albemarle boasts a variety of beautiful and diverse neighborhoods, both historic and new.