City of Wellington

SANITATION COLLECTOR - City of Wellington

WELLINGTON, KS

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Position Summary 

Performs routine manual work involving refuse collection, cleaning and maintaining of City grounds, vehicle and facilities; does related work as required. Work is performed under general supervision due to work being routine and repetitive in nature.

Essential Functions 

  • Collects and loads refuse onto packer trucks;
  • Performs minor building and equipment cleaning and maintenance;
  • Maintains grounds around equipment storage building.

Marginal Function 

  • Cooperates with public on collection routes and the work sites;
  • Performs related work as required.

Position Requirements 

Experience: Prior experience is not required. Employee is expected to have acquired the necessary skills to perform the job reasonably well after six months in the position. 

Education/Licenses:  High school diploma or G.E.D. is preferred. Anticipate applicant to acquire Commercial Drivers License within 6 months for consideration as Driver/Collector.

Technical Skills: The ability to receive and follow oral and written instructions. The ability to learn safety procedures and requirements and ability to service and perform minor maintenance and repairs to equipment. Ability to learn the routes and use of equipment; ability to learn and follow safety rules and regulations.

Problem Solving: Problem solving is not required.

Decision-Making: Decision making is limited to interpersonal contacts with customers and other crew members.

Supervision:  Provides limited direction for seasonal employees.

Accountability:   Not responsible for financial matters.

Personal Relations: Frequent contact with the general public, co-workers and supervisor.

Working Conditions: Manual labor. All types of weather conditions, equipment and noise, hazardous chemicals and materials and noxious odors.

Physical Requirements: Heavy manual labor is required, lifting items weighing as much as 100 pounds into a packer unit. The ability to perform extensive walking over rough terrain. Requires much physical activity such as lifting, bending and stooping.