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Central Texas Refuse Residential Helper in Round Rock, Texas
Residential HelperRound Rock, TX
Residential Garbage Truck Helper
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
(Major responsibilities and target accomplishments expected of the position including the typical problems encountered in carrying out the responsibilities.)
The Garbage Truck Helper is responsible to for assisting with garbage collection services in order to ensure that garbage is collected, transported and disposed of in an appropriate manner. The position will be responsible for helping the driver of a garbage truck on specified routes to mechanically and manually collect solid waste and transport it to appropriate disposal sites. Daily work will involve heavy industrial lifting, lifting waist high, gripping with hands, moving at a brisk consistent pace, and occasional bending. This position will also be responsible for safely, efficiently, and courteously serving customers.
RESPONSIBILITIES
(Major responsibilities and target accomplishments expected of the position including the typical problems encountered in carrying out the responsibilities.)
Assist with the operation of the garbage truck in a safe and effective manner in order to minimize the risk of injury, property damage or loss of life
Collect garbage from buildings, businesses and other facilities as per schedule to ensure garbage is removed, transported and disposed of according to set policies and procedures
Main Activities:
Collect garbage from residential buildings, businesses and other facilities
Maintain daily records of pick-ups
Pick up refuse in other areas as required
Dispose of garbage according to set policies and procedures
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
(The knowledge, skills and attitudes required for satisfactory job performance.)
Knowledge
The incumbent must have proficient knowledge in the following areas:
knowledge of truck and equipment safety
knowledge of sewage collection and disposal
knowledge of garbage collection and disposal procedures
knowledge of scheduling system and procedures
knowledge of record keeping system
knowledge of equipment
cleaning standards and procedures
Skills
The incumbent must demonstrate the following skills:
ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner
client service and public interaction skills
team building
analytical and problem solving skills
decision making skills
effective verbal and listening and
communications skills and ability to communicate
pickups and maintain daily records
stress management skills
time management skills
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Physically able to push or pull independently (unassisted) 50 pounds between 800 and 1000 times a day.
Physically able to lift independently (unassisted) 50 pounds from the ground to waist height between 800 and 1000 times a day.
Physically able to get up and down from the cab of a commercial motor vehicle between 800 and 1000 times a day.
Physically able to bend at the waist and knees between 800 and 1000 times a day.
Physically able to work 8 to 12 hours in extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, rain and snow).
Ability to ride on the outside of the truck while servicing residential customers.
Location - Round Rock, TX