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Employment TypeFull Time
Job SummaryThe City of Olathe Solid Waste Division is accepting applications for a Solid Waste Collection Operator in our Recycling section. Operators are assigned collection routes and drive fully automated trucks equipped with controls to operate a mechanical arm that lifts, dumps, and returns carts to the curb.
All Solid Waste Operator positions are incentive-based. You are guaranteed to be paid for your scheduled weekly hours, even if routes are completed early. You must work each scheduled day to receive incentive pay.
A valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License with a favorable driving record is required.
For more details, review the full job details and requirements below.- Prepare refuse collection equipment for daily operations by conducting a pre-operations inspection, routine maintenance and cleanliness of the equipment to evaluate proper working condition.
- Complete daily route assignments and transport refuse to the Solid Waste Transfer Station or approved disposal/recycling/composting facility as directed.
- Complete daily reports and related documentation and correspondence for all operations and activities within the area of responsibility.
- Ensure that the equipment and vehicles associated with the division are operated in compliance with Federal, State and local codes, ordinances and regulations.
- Cooperate with immediate supervisors to ensure all customer service requests are resolved; respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provide information within the area of assignment; resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner.
- Accept a responsible role in implementing the safety culture of the department; ensure adherence of safe work practices, procedures and equipment are complying of Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.
Experience and Education Guidelines: Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is acceptable. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities would be:
Experience : One year of experience in assigned functional area is desirable.
Education : High School graduate or equivalent.
Licenses and Certificates : Possession of a Class B Commercial Drivers License with air-brake endorsement.
Supervises : N/A.