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## Tasks
Performs a wide array of tasks that support refuse collection and
disposal and diversion services to supplement the general mission of
providing a clean, healthy and environmentally friendly
community.Safely, effectively and efficiently operates a variety of
heavy equipment on a limited basis to include a backhoe, loader, wood
grinder, trommel screen, windrow turner/tractor, water truck, and
forklift.Operates an automated or manual refuse collection vehicle on a
continual basis.Performs basic preventative maintenance on vehicles and
equipment to include operating steam-cleaning equipment.
Will replace and deliver dumpsters and automated refuse containers and
rotate as needed for maintenance purposes.Maintains dumpsters by
cleaning, welding, painting, and replacing lids; assists in the
collection and processing of recyclables such as compost, Christmas
trees, phone books, newsprint, and aluminum.Will assist in gathering
information for the inventory of available assets such as dumpsters and
automated containers.Shall perform others duties as assigned.
## Knowledges, Skills & Other Characteristics
**Knowledge of:**\
Daily routes and procedures for special pick-ups.
City policies and procedures for the collection, disposal and diversion
of solid waste.\
**Skill in:**\
The continual safe, effective and efficient operation of a variety of
commercial equipment.\
Using tact in dealing with customer complaints and questions.\
Identifying hazardous materials.\
Performing manual labor, including lifting and carrying items in adverse
weather conditions.\
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with City
staff and the general public.\
Skill and ability to lead a crew of inmate laborers.\
\
**Ability to:**\
Effectively and responsibly perform duties with general supervision.
Effectively drive and manage a collection route in a safe and timely
manner
## Qualifications
High school diploma or GED.
A current Arizona Driver\'s License or ability to obtain upon hire.
Must possess a Commercial driver\'s license (CDL), minimum of a Class
\"B\", with medical certification or ability to obtain within 3 months
of hire.
Preferred one (1) year experience in operating trucks and/or heavy
equipment\
Five (5) year driving history record required.
**Must be able to pass an Arizona Department of Transportation approved
physical before start date**
**Additional Information**:\
The City of Sierra Vista provides an equal employment opportunity (EEO)
for all persons regardless of race, color, sex (to include lesbian, gay,
bi-sexual, or transgendered (LGBT)), age, religion, national origin,
disability, marital status, or genetic information. The City of Sierra
Vista complies with applicable state and local laws governing
nondiscrimination in all employment activities.\
\
The City of Sierra Vista complies with the American\'s with Disabilities
Act (ADA) and will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified
individuals with disabilities. Requests for reasonable accommodation
during the recruitment or hiring process must be sent to the Human
Resources Department.
Agency
: City of Sierra Vista
Address
: 1011 N. Coronado Drive\
\
Sierra Vista, Arizona, 85635
Phone
: ...\
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## Tasks
Performs a wide array of tasks that support refuse collection and
disposal and diversion services to supplement the general mission of
providing a clean, healthy and environmentally friendly
community.Safely, effectively and efficiently operates a variety of
heavy equipment on a limited basis to include a backhoe, loader, wood
grinder, trommel screen, windrow turner/tractor, water truck, and
forklift.Operates an automated or manual refuse collection vehicle on a
continual basis.Performs basic preventative maintenance on vehicles and
equipment to include operating steam-cleaning equipment.
Will replace and deliver dumpsters and automated refuse containers and
rotate as needed for maintenance purposes.Maintains dumpsters by
cleaning, welding, painting, and replacing lids; assists in the
collection and processing of recyclables such as compost, Christmas
trees, phone books, newsprint, and aluminum.Will assist in gathering
information for the inventory of available assets such as dumpsters and
automated containers.Shall perform others duties as assigned.
## Knowledges, Skills & Other Characteristics
**Knowledge of:**\
Daily routes and procedures for special pick-ups.
City policies and procedures for the collection, disposal and diversion
of solid waste.\
**Skill in:**\
The continual safe, effective and efficient operation of a variety of
commercial equipment.\
Using tact in dealing with customer complaints and questions.\
Identifying hazardous materials.\
Performing manual labor, including lifting and carrying items in adverse
weather conditions.\
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with City
staff and the general public.\
Skill and ability to lead a crew of inmate laborers.\
\
**Ability to:**\
Effectively and responsibly perform duties with general supervision.
Effectively drive and manage a collection route in a safe and timely
manner
## Qualifications
High school diploma or GED.
A current Arizona Driver\'s License or ability to obtain upon hire.
Must possess a Commercial driver\'s license (CDL), minimum of a Class
\"B\", with medical certification or ability to obtain within 3 months
of hire.
Preferred one (1) year experience in operating trucks and/or heavy
equipment\
Five (5) year driving history record required.
**Must be able to pass an Arizona Department of Transportation approved
physical before start date**
**Additional Information**:\
The City of Sierra Vista provides an equal employment opportunity (EEO)
for all persons regardless of race, color, sex (to include lesbian, gay,
bi-sexual, or transgendered (LGBT)), age, religion, national origin,
disability, marital status, or genetic information. The City of Sierra
Vista complies with applicable state and local laws governing
nondiscrimination in all employment activities.\
\
The City of Sierra Vista complies with the American\'s with Disabilities
Act (ADA) and will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified
individuals with disabilities. Requests for reasonable accommodation
during the recruitment or hiring process must be sent to the Human
Resources Department.
Agency
: City of Sierra Vista
Address
: 1011 N. Coronado Drive\
\
Sierra Vista, Arizona, 85635
Phone
: ...\
...
Website
: ["0"
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Job ID: 482393678
Originally Posted on: 6/23/2025