Refuse Collector I

Refuse Collector I

City of Warrenton Public Works Department is accepting applications for a Refuse Collector I. Salary range 17: $3,505.49 - $4,260.95 monthly. An AFSCME union position w/excellent benefits including PERS/OPSRP, Medical, Life and AD&D insurance, paid vacation, holidays and sick leave.

REFUSE COLLECTOR I REQUIREMENTS: Mandatory qualifications include graduation from high school or equivalent, one year of experience in operation of commercial trucks, possession of valid class B commercial driver’s license with air brake endorsement and a pre employment background check and drug screen.

POSITION: Under the supervision of the Operations Manager and the Refuse Collector II, duties include operating a refuse collection truck on predetermined routes, delivering and removing collection containers, and performing maintenance on motor vehicles and power equipment. Some weekend and holiday work is required. Performs duties of a utility worker on streets, water, sewer, drainage and public properties and buildings once daily refuse task are complete.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: Strenuous physical work is required which may involve lifting heavy objects, bending, twisting, working above the ground in trenches or on irregular surfaces, usually outdoors in conditions that may be wet and cold or otherwise unpleasant working conditions. Long hours of driving a garbage collection truck; occasional call out after regular working hours.

IDEAL CANDIDATE: The ideal candidate would have knowledge of the City of Warrenton streets and addresses. Should have decent experience driving large commercial vehicles on a route through neighborhoods and commercial properties. Cover Letter, Resume and Application are required. Applications packets are available at the City of Warrenton Public Works facility, 45 SW 2nd Street, Warrenton OR, 97146 and online on the City of Warrenton website (See atttachments): https://www.ci.warrenton.or.us/jobs
Return resume and application to Public Works, 45 SW 2nd Street, or email to publicworks@ci.warrenton.or.us
Open until filled, “First review date” Date: 7/26/2024
EOE