What are the responsibilities and job description for the Solid Waste Laborer position at City of Las Cruces, NM?
Nature of Work
To deliver, repair, and perform routine maintenance of commercial/residential waste containers.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS
PHYSICAL FACTORS
Heavy physical work involving frequent bending, kneeling, and stooping; lifting and carrying up to seventy (70) pounds at shoulder height; pushing trash containers weighing up to five-hundred (500) pounds; visual acuity and auditory/communication abilities sufficient to perform essential functions.
WORK SITUATION FACTORSPosition involves competing demands, performing multiple tasks, working to deadlines, and responding to customer issues. May also involve working extended hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity of services. Position is subject to drug testing in accordance with applicable State and Federal regulations and City of Las Cruces policies.
Meeting or exceeding the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process.
FIRST CONSIDERATION MAY BE GIVEN TO CURRENT CITY OF LAS CRUCES EMPLOYEES WHO MEET ALL MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS.
This is full-time; contract position but may be used to fill other full time, part time, temporary, and/or contract positions.
This position is a grade CN04.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assembles, delivers, removes, repairs, and paints commercial and/or residential waste containers for delivery to new or existing sites.
- Repairs and replaces damaged containers according to established schedule using ¾ ton utility and forklift to load and unload commercial/residential containers.
- Performs routine repairs and refurbishing of commercial and residential solid waste containers, both in the field and shop, using standard hand tools, paint equipment, and welding equipment. Tasks include repairing damaged lids, replacing damaged hooks, lids, and damaged wheels, and painting containers.
- Performs minor welding repairs on metal containers.
- Uses pressure washer to clean containers and vehicles as needed for repairs/refurbishing.
- Performs minor maintenance and lube of equipment.
- Assists other section staff as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
No minimum educational requirement. One (1) year as a laborer, equipment maintenance person, construction helper, or related experience. At least six months performing minor welding and operating a forklift is preferred. A combination of education, experience, and training may be applied in accordance with City of Las Cruces policy.
May require a valid driver's license. If applicable, position requires an acceptable driving record in accordance with City policy.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Basic knowledge of: Vehicle preventive maintenance, techniques of general equipment repair, and welding methods.
Skills in: safely using and maintaining high pressure washer, paint sprayer, rollers, brushes, hand tools, impact wrench, and other job-related equipment and tools.
Ability to: be self-motivated and perform functions with minimal supervision; perform basic reading and writing functions; follow oral and written instructions; maintain simple records; interact respectfully with staff and members of the general public; operate forklift; perform physical labor and minor welding functions.
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