SERVICE INSTALLER I or II

Recycling Laborer

This position drives trucks to recover and transport recyclables from various locations around the county.

Major duties include :

• Receiving daily tasks and assignments from supervisor.
• Operating a truck to retrieve and transport trailers of recyclable materials to processing facilities.
• Unloading cardboard from trailers.
• Completing assignments as required; following plans and instructions regarding work assignments.
• Maintaining tickets and receipts from vendors.
• Completing timecard.
• Performing related duties.

Knowledge required by the position includes :

Supervisory controls are provided in terms of somewhat general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with instructions and established procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results.

Guidelines include traffic laws and county and department policies and procedures. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application.

The complexity / scope of the work consists of related truck driving and manual labor duties. Inclement weather and heavy traffic contributes to the complexity of the position. The purpose of this position is to retrieve recyclables from across the county and deliver them to assigned processing facilities. Success in this position contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of county recycling operations.

Contacts are typically with co-workers, other county employees, contractors, vendors, and members of the general public. Contacts are typically to exchange information, resolve problems, and provide services.

Physical demands / work environment include :

Supervisory and management responsibility is none.

Minimum qualifications include :