Sanitation Tipper-CDL

Salary : $20.78 Hourly

Location : KY 40202, KY

Job Type : Full_Time

Job Number : 12994

Department : Public Works

Opening Date : 01 / 02 / 2025

Description

Essential Functions :

Collects and disposes refuse

Examples of Duties

Examples of Work :

UNDER CLOSE SUPERVISION

Operates equipment that conveys refuse back into the body of the truck

Drives a variety of trucks as needed

Accompanies the refuse truck to the disposal / recycling / recovery facility

Guides the driver in backing the truck

Rides on packer steps utilizing three points of contact while moving up to 10 miles per hour

Steps up and down off packer step constantly to approach trash container / recycling bin / yard waste

Visually inspects container for any unusual items on the surface

Tests lift container to ensure weight requirements (potentially off curb)

Tilts and pushes container (Up to 90 gallons / 450lbs) and transfers to the packer flippers at the rear of the truck and then opens lid

Lifts excess bags / boxes / bundles / recycling bins on the ground from the curb to the packer truck

Uses flipper hydraulic controls to dump trash container up into hopper and back down and closes lid

Tilts and pushes and carries container / recycling bin back to the same area where it was originally set (potentially on curb)

Rolls containers up / down inclined surfaces and slippery pavement due to ice, snow, and rain, through and around overgrowth of limbs, moving vehicles, dogs, and harmful debris

Complies with all OSHA standards and Metro & Departmental Safety Policies and Rules

Performs related work

Minimum Requirements

Physical Requirement & Working Conditions :

Meets regular and punctual attendance standards and any special needs of the position as determined by management, including mandatory overtime and performing related work

Spends prolonged periods of time exposed to the elements

The work requires considerable and strenuous physical exertion such as prolonged periods of time sitting, standing, walking, carrying, stooping, climbing on equipment and lifting objects over 75 pounds

The work environment involves high risks with exposure to potentially dangerous situations or unusual environmental stress that require a range of safety and other precautions

Performs tasks repeatedly up to 1400 times per day, in all climates of weather and in hazardous terrain Maneuvers the containers / bins around parked vehicles

Minimum Requirements :

High school diploma or the equivalent

Other Minimums :

Must pass a pre-employment physical agility test

Special Requirements :

Must possess and maintain a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or obtain within three months of employment

KSAs :

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

Ability to use hand tools such as a broom, shovel, or rake to clean up spilled refuse, glass and other debris

Ability to follow oral and written directions

Supplemental Information

Louisville Metro Government is committed to providing our employees with the tools they need to lead a fit and healthy life. Aside from community-wide initiatives like the Mayor's Hike, Bike and Paddle event every Memorial Day and Labor Day, and the Healthy Hometown Movement, Metro Government provides employees with programs designed to enhance their life and well-being, like a Wellness Center that allows employees and their dependents with Metro health insurance to take care of their basic medical and health needs for a $5 co-pay. Louisville Metro Government understands that a team of healthy, vibrant employees is the greatest asset we have.

Full Time Regular

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Group Term Life
• Supplemental Life
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Sick Leave
• Vacation
• Holiday Pay
• Bereavement Leave
• Kentucky Public Pensions Authority
• 457 Deferred Comp
• Voluntary Lifestyle Benefits
• Tuition Assistance
• Qualified Adult Benefits
• Childcare Assistance
• Free TARC Use
• Paid Parental Leave

Part Time - 17.5 to 25 Hours Per Week

Part Time - Less Than 17.5 Hours Per Week

Temporary Positions

Interns

Salary : $5 - $21