City of Norfolk
Refuse Collector I & II
SALARY
$14.13 - $23.06 Hourly
$1,130.42 - $1,844.69 Biweekly
$29,391.00 - $47,962.00 Annually
LOCATION
Norfolk, VA
JOB TYPE
Permanent Full-time
JOB NUMBER
RC 2018
DEPARTMENT
Public Works
DIVISION
Waste Management
OPENING DATE
01/01/2018
CLOSING DATE
Continuous
FLSA
Non-Exempt
BARGAINING UNIT
GEN
SALARY
$14.13 - $23.06 Hourly
$1,130.42 - $1,844.69 Biweekly
$29,391.00 - $47,962.00 Annually
LOCATION
Norfolk, VA
JOB TYPE
Permanent Full-time
JOB NUMBER
RC 2018
DEPARTMENT
Public Works
DIVISION
Waste Management
OPENING DATE
01/01/2018
CLOSING DATE
Continuous
FLSA
Non-Exempt
BARGAINING UNIT
GEN
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Description
- The City of Norfolk's Department of Public Works is currently seeking multiple Refuse Collectors within the Division of Waste Management. The Refuse Collectors will be responsible for collecting waste from residential properties according to an assigned route. Work involves maintaining and monitoring the truck for any necessary repairs.
The Department of Public Works builds, maintains and operates the physical facilities that support and enhance the lives of Norfolk's citizens, businesses and visitors, including the City's Street Network, Traffic Management System, Storm Water System, Waste Management and Recycling Systems. Essential Functions
- Essential functions include, but are not limited to:
- Collects and disposes of waste by operating all types of collection vehicles. Uses a truck to pick up 90 gallon garbage cans, furniture, tree limbs, etc. from the curb.
- Replaces damaged trash cans as needed.
- Travels to and from the transfer station to empty the truck.
- Lifts, carries, pushes/pulls, reaches, and handles boxes, bags of yard waste, furniture and other refuse materials weighing from 50 to 100 pounds into collection trucks.
- Performs daily inspections of equipment to detect present or potential maintenance problems.
- Performs preventative maintenance as per manufacturer's operation manual and automotive policy to include filling collection trucks with fuel, washing, and sweeping it out.
- Interacts daily with citizens, customers, and communities by explaining refuse collection codes and procedures.
- Operates under the task system.
Refuse Collector I Hiring Range:
$29,391 - $47,962
Refuse Collector II Hiring Range:
$34,445 - $56,161 Education/Experience
- Refuse Collector I
Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions to understand simple processes and the routine operations of machines. Level of knowledge equivalent to four years of high school or equivalency.
Six (6) months refuse collection experience or commercial driving experience desired.
Must successfully pass all entry level testing and assessments.
Refuse Collector II
Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions to understand simple processes and the routine operations of machines. Level of knowledge equivalent to four years of high school or equivalency.
Five years' experience in refuse collection or related.
Must successfully pass all entry level testing and assessments. Additional Information & Requirements
- Valid CDL Driver's License is required. (Please note: A current copy of your Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) driving record, obtained within last 30 days, is required at the time of interview.)
- The preferred candidate will possess a Class B CDL with airbrake endorsement.
Work Schedule(s) depending on assignment:- Tuesday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- Wednesday through Sunday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
This position is classified as Essential and will be required to work 24-hour shifts during periods of inclement weather or other emergencies.
Benefits
- Regular full-time and permanent part-time employees may receive paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, employer paid pension plan, basic life insurance and tuition assistance, voluntary participation in medical and dental, Section 457 deferred compensation, long-term disability, optional life insurance for self, spouse and children, medical and dependent care reimbursement plans, access to membership in credit union and employer provided parking .
- Special project/grant employees are generally eligible for the same benefits of regular full-time employees; however, retirement, life insurance and participation in health plans vary depending upon funding and authorization.
- Temporary/seasonal and part-time employees are generally only eligible for employer provided parking and access to membership in credit union.
- Retirement If you are hired October 5, 2010 or after to a position with City of Norfolk Retirement System benefits, you will be required to contribute five percent (5%) of your salary toward your retirement benefit. This will be a pre-tax payroll deduction.
NOTE:
The benefits described above are broad generalizations. The specific benefits that an employee may be eligible for are governed by City regulations, as applicable to job type.
Non-City
Positions listed with a job type designation of "Non-City" are not subject to the benefits descriptions above. Refer to the content of the job posting for information regarding these positions.
- Regular full-time and permanent part-time employees may receive paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, employer paid pension plan, basic life insurance and tuition assistance, voluntary participation in medical and dental, Section 457 deferred compensation, long-term disability, optional life insurance for self, spouse and children, medical and dependent care reimbursement plans, access to membership in credit union and employer provided parking .
- Employer
- City of Norfolk
- Employer
- City of Norfolk
- Refuse Collector I & II Supplemental Questionnaire
- * QUESTION 1
- The following Supplemental Questions are specific to the position for which you have applied to assist the hiring manager in screening applications for specific experience being sought. Please be specific in answering these questions as they will be used to evaluate which applications will be given further consideration in the process. Do not answer "see resume" or "see application" as these are not valid answers. Please note that if you are invited to be interviewed by the department, your responses to the following questions may be subject to verification.
- * QUESTION 2
- Please select the highest level of education you have completed.
- * QUESTION 3
- How many years of refuse collection or commercial driving experience do you possess?
- * QUESTION 4
- Please describe your experience in refuse collection or commercial driving. Please ensure this information is included in your work history above. If you do not have experience in refuse collection or commercial driving, please type N/A.
- * QUESTION 5
- Do you have experience driving and operating a refuse truck?
- * QUESTION 6
- Do you currently possess the National Incident Management System (NIMS) Introduction to Incident Command System(ICS 100) for Public Works Certification?
- * QUESTION 7
- The selected candidate will be expected to obtain the National Incident Management System (NIMS) Introduction to Incident Command System(ICS 100) for Public Works Certification within 30 days of hire. Do you understand this work expectation?
- * QUESTION 8
- Do you have a valid CDL? [A CDL permit is not considered a CDL license. If you only have a permit, you must answer the question as No.]
- * QUESTION 9
- Which class of commercial driver's license (CDL) do you currently possess? (Verification of CDL license will be conducted at interview.)
- * QUESTION 10
- Please indicate which of the following endorsements you possess with your CDL.
- * QUESTION 11
- All selected candidates must successfully pass all entry level testing and assessments. Do you understand this work requirement?
- * QUESTION 12
- What schedule are you most interested in working? (Please select all that apply).
- * QUESTION 13
- I understand that this is an Essential position, which will require the ability to work 24 hour shifts during emergencies and weather events.
- * QUESTION 14
- Are you currently a temporary worker through Abacus performing work for the City of Norfolk?
- * QUESTION 15
- Are you a current or previous City of Norfolk employee?
- * QUESTION 16
- Please provide an explanation of any periods of unemployment that are 30 days or longer. Indicate "N/A" if you have not experienced any periods of unemployment.
- * QUESTION 17
- Do you currently reside in the City of Norfolk?
- * QUESTION 18
- Please indicate your veteran status. (A copy of your long form DD-214 may be required)
- * Required Question