What are the responsibilities and job description for the Solid Waste Operator Helper (Roster) position at City of Greensboro, NC?
Description
The City of Greensboro exists to partner with the community to build the desired quality of life for Greensboro. All of our actions are guided by our commitment to and measured by our success in building public trust and the future we and the community desires.
Critical to our success is maintaining a work environment which fosters employee commitment to public service and making a difference in the lives of our residents.
If this sounds like a purpose that you would like to share in, please consider the opportunity below.
Work Schedule: 30 hours per week (varied schedule)
Important Information About Roster Positions
Thank you for considering a roster position with the City of Greensboro! These positions are an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience and contribute to our community. Please review the details below to ensure you understand the nature of roster employment:
- Hourly Employment: Roster positions are paid hourly and do not include benefits such as medical, dental, or vision insurance, life insurance, paid leave, or paid holidays.
- Limited Hours: Roster employees may work up to, but no more than, 1,000 hours in a 12 month period.
- Pension System: Roster positions are not eligible for membership in the city’s pension system.
While roster positions do not include benefits, they are often a pathway to full-time, benefited employment with the City. Many of our current full-time employees started in roster positions, and we encourage you to explore this opportunity as a potential first step in your career with us.
We value the contributions of all our team members and look forward to welcoming dedicated individuals who share our commitment to serving the community.
The Greensboro Parks and Recreation Department is a nationally accredited department and four-time National Gold Medal Award winner for Parks and Recreation Excellence. We are committed to enhancing our department's existing assets; expanding our offerings through strengthening partnerships and creating transformational programs; and connecting communities with a vibrant, healthy, and equitable park system. We are seeking talented and enthusiastic individuals, with positive attitudes, strong work ethic, and passion for making a difference in Greensboro.
Brief Description of Work:
We are seeking a talented and enthusiastic individual to serve as Solid Waste Operator/Laborer within our Park Maintenance and Operations section. As a Solid Waste Operator/Laborer, you will be responsible for daily trash and bathroom clean up, string trimming around playground units as needed of all the City of Greensboro parks and facilities. You will also have to operate weed eaters, backpack blowers, and use various hand tools to include; trash pickup stick, shovels, pitchforks and rakes. The Solid Waste Operator/Laborer position might be for you if: You desire seasonal work in various weather conditions and have prior experience working in a related field. The physical requirements of this job include but are not limited to: stooping, standing, bending, kneeling, walking, sitting for long periods of time, hand and eye coordination, climbing, shoveling, and heavy lifting up to 50 lbs. on a consistent basis.
This job is Non-Exempt and is subject to the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Qualifications
What you Bring
Minimum Qualifications:
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High School Diploma/GED
- OR" and equivalency of 2 years education "and" 5 years of "related" work experience
- Prior janitorial experience
- Prior experience with basic landscape tools, (e.g. shovels, rakes, string trimmers, backpack blowers, etc.) or related landscaping field
An Ideal Candidate Would Also Possess (Preferred Qualifications):
- Experience working in Parks & Recreation
- Experience working in Sanitation
