Company:
City of Altamonte Springs, FL
Location: Altamonte Springs
Closing Date: 15/11/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description
Salary : $40,000.00 Annually
Location : Altamonte Springs, FL
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 202500023
Department: Public Works
Division: Sanitation
Opening Date: 10/25/2024
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Position Function
Alternately operate a sanitation truck and assist in pick up of refuse/yard waste and recycling.
Sanitation Incentive: Employees in this position are eligible to be paid an eight (8) hours even if the assigned route is completed in less time.
CDL Permit holders are eligible for City paid training. Terms and conditions will apply.
Tasks/Duties
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Supplemental Information
Applicants will be required to complete a Disclosure & Authorization Regarding Background Investigation, a Confidentiality Agreement and a criminal background screening.
Driving history for the past three (3) years must reflect no violations of a driving related felony offense, or driving under the influence (DUI) which includes both drugs and alcohol, reckless driving, or hit and run involving an occupied vehicle or attended property, or an accumulation of traffic violations, plus three (3) points for each attendance at driving school (regardless of whether points were assessed against the license) where the penalty points do not exceed twelve (12).
Position is considered at-risk for exposure to Hepatitis B during performance of regular duties. An acceptance/declination of vaccination form is required.
This position is covered under the D.O.T. regulations for pre-employment drug testing and inquiries.
If selected, an essential functions assessment is required to measure the ability to safely perform the required physical demands.
The City of Altamonte Springs offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health employee coverage and basic life insurance at no cost to the employee. Employees may enroll in optional additional life package options, flex spending account, long term and short term disability coverage, dental and vision coverage, and a deferred compensation plan. There are pension plan options, depending on the position held. Employees also have access to an extensive wellness program, employee assistance program, and tuition reimbursement/education incentive program.
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Do you have a valid Commercial Class B Driver License (CDL) with Air Brake endorsement or proof of written portion (valid permit) of Class B CDL with Air Brake endorsement? Must obtain Florida Class B CDL with Air Brake endorsement within ninety (90) days of employment. Note: Permit holders will be hired at 5% less the minimum hiring range until license is obtained.
02
Do you have experience in refuse pick up, to include side and rear loading compaction type refuse collection vehicles?
03
Please take this opportunity to review your responses to the supplemental questions. Ensure that the qualifications stated above can be cross-referenced with the qualifications in your application. Experience should be relevant and within the last ten (10) years of work history.
Required Question
Location : Altamonte Springs, FL
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 202500023
Department: Public Works
Division: Sanitation
Opening Date: 10/25/2024
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Position Function
Alternately operate a sanitation truck and assist in pick up of refuse/yard waste and recycling.
Sanitation Incentive: Employees in this position are eligible to be paid an eight (8) hours even if the assigned route is completed in less time.
CDL Permit holders are eligible for City paid training. Terms and conditions will apply.
Tasks/Duties
- Alternately drive vehicles utilized for collection of refuse or recycled materials. Lift in excess of 50 pounds of canned or bagged refuse/yard waste in a continuing effort throughout the work day.
- Supervise the crew assigned to the collection route when driving, including temporary personnel. Maintain a log of the dumps at the transfer station, tonnage, customer counts and time logs.
- Conduct pre-trip inspection of vehicles and complete reports.
- Tag violations and improper refuse and recycling. Hand out pertinent educational brochures, dealing tactfully with the citizens.
- Report, via radio, of daily activity status, reports, etc.
- Exercise proper safety measures when working in congested traffic areas with potentially dangerous equipment.
- Work in all types of weather and walk extreme distances when not driving the vehicle.
- Perform additional duties as assigned. Be available for emergency call-outs.
- In the event of an emergency, all employees are considered essential and may be required to perform duties outside of their normal job description.
- Complete required trainings as specifiedwithin the City Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Valid Commercial Class B Driver License (CDL) with Air Brake endorsement or proof of written portion (valid permit) of Class B CDL with Air Brake endorsement. Must obtain Florida Class B CDL with Air Brake endorsement within ninety (90) days of employment.
- Note: Permit holders will be hired at 5% less the minimum hiring range until license is obtained.
- Experience in refuse pick up, to include side and rear loading compaction type refuse collection vehicles.
Supplemental Information
Applicants will be required to complete a Disclosure & Authorization Regarding Background Investigation, a Confidentiality Agreement and a criminal background screening.
Driving history for the past three (3) years must reflect no violations of a driving related felony offense, or driving under the influence (DUI) which includes both drugs and alcohol, reckless driving, or hit and run involving an occupied vehicle or attended property, or an accumulation of traffic violations, plus three (3) points for each attendance at driving school (regardless of whether points were assessed against the license) where the penalty points do not exceed twelve (12).
Position is considered at-risk for exposure to Hepatitis B during performance of regular duties. An acceptance/declination of vaccination form is required.
This position is covered under the D.O.T. regulations for pre-employment drug testing and inquiries.
If selected, an essential functions assessment is required to measure the ability to safely perform the required physical demands.
The City of Altamonte Springs offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health employee coverage and basic life insurance at no cost to the employee. Employees may enroll in optional additional life package options, flex spending account, long term and short term disability coverage, dental and vision coverage, and a deferred compensation plan. There are pension plan options, depending on the position held. Employees also have access to an extensive wellness program, employee assistance program, and tuition reimbursement/education incentive program.
For more information, visit
01
Do you have a valid Commercial Class B Driver License (CDL) with Air Brake endorsement or proof of written portion (valid permit) of Class B CDL with Air Brake endorsement? Must obtain Florida Class B CDL with Air Brake endorsement within ninety (90) days of employment. Note: Permit holders will be hired at 5% less the minimum hiring range until license is obtained.
- Yes
- No
02
Do you have experience in refuse pick up, to include side and rear loading compaction type refuse collection vehicles?
- No
- Yes
03
Please take this opportunity to review your responses to the supplemental questions. Ensure that the qualifications stated above can be cross-referenced with the qualifications in your application. Experience should be relevant and within the last ten (10) years of work history.
Required Question
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