What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sanitation hiring Knuckle Boom Operator position at City of Arkadelphia?
Responsible for picking up large items placed at various locations throughout the City of Arkadelphia.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Operate knuckle-boom truck.
- Perform minor repairs on knuckle-boom truck.
- Keep truck in clean and orderly condition.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Possess adequate knowledge of all streets in Arkadelphia.
- Awareness of all safety standards when operating heavy machinery.
- Ability to safely/skillfully operate all Sanitation Department equipment.
- Physically able to carry out all duties associated with the position.
- Ability to read, write and follow general directions.
Physical Characteristics
- Hear well enough to respond to verbal communication up to 20-feet away.
- Hearing aid acceptable
- Good dexterity for grasping tools, operating levers, gears, etc.
- Ability to work in various types of weather conditions.
- Extreme heat/cold
- Cold/dry/wet conditions
Other Characteristics/Qualifications
- Possess a valid Arkansas Driver’s license.
- Possess a valid Class B or A CDL license.
- Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
- Must have experience driving large trucks.
Interested candidates can email a completed application to City Clerk Chama Williams, or deliver it to Town Hall during its hours of operation. Town Hall is located at 700 Clay Street.
