Refuse Collector

Solid Waste Collection Job

Performs responsible unskilled work in the collection of solid waste; does related work as required. Work is performed under immediate supervision.

Essential Functions

• Picks up refuse containers, trash, recyclables, etc. from residences or business establishments and dumps them into the truck.
• Operates packer equipment.
• Replaces lids, cleans area around cans.
• Picks up discarded furniture, household appliances, limbs, brush, leaves, and other items placed at curbside.
• Directs traffic and guides truck operators in congested areas.
• Helps unload truck at disposal site.

Related tasks include assisting the driver in checking the truck and the packer for proper operation, cleaning the refuse truck and equipment, and performing related tasks as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to perform continuous heavy manual work at a rapid pace; ability to understand and follow specific oral instructions.

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications

Education and experience : Six (6) months of experience performing heavy manual labor is required. Special requirements include abstaining from the use of cigarettes, cigars, and other tobacco products for at least one year prior to their date of hire and shall abstain from the use of tobacco products at all times during the period of their employment with the City while both on and off duty.

Physical demands : Must be able to lift articles weighing up to 50 lbs. and carry articles up to 30 lbs. Must be able to wear safety glasses, goggles, a safety harness, safety shoes / boots, hearing protectors, a face shield, and gloves. Exposure to extreme temperatures, animals / insects, noise, vibration, dust, vapors, fumes, mist, smoke, toxic metals, and moving mechanical parts.

Post-offer background requirements may include : criminal background check, employment verification, workers' compensation, physical, drug and alcohol screen.

The City of Boca Raton is an Equal Opportunity, Inclusive, Veteran's Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace. It is the policy of the City of Boca Raton to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.