What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sanitation Technician (Residential Recycling) position at City of St. Petersburg?
This is work in the operation of motorized sanitation equipment in the Recycling Division, as well as providing a broad range of important sanitation services. Work involves both driving and riding on the back of a rear loader servicing 95-gallon containers; shuttling heavy vehicles to and from work sites and repair facilities; driving heavy duty automated collection vehicles within the Sanitation complex, as well as to and from dumpsites to conduct debris removal; manually collecting a variety of residential materials. Work includes operation of rear loader recycling and solid waste collection trucks, occasional operation of side loader recycling and solid waste collection trucks, the coordination of minor maintenance and routine servicing activities to include checking and adding oil, filling the fuel tank, and checking tire inflation and fluid levels; manual work using small tools and equipment such as rakes and shovels; manual lifting of household discards such as furniture and appliances; and operating spraying equipment to address odorous and unsanitary conditions. This position will occasionally be scheduled to work holiday, weekend, and evening shifts.
Salary: $23.02 - $32.63 Hourly
Close Date: 05-07-2025 (11:59 PM)
To Qualify
Minimum Qualifications. Applicants must:
- Possess and continue to maintain a valid State of Florida Class "B" Commercial Driver License.
- Have some experience in the operation and routine servicing of sanitation collection equipment.
- Be able to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods of time, sometimes under adverse weather conditions.
- Be able to maintain routine written records and reports of activities.
- Be able to understand and effectively carry out oral and written instructions.
- Acknowledge this position is designated as Emergency Critical (EC) and if hired into the position, you must be immediately available to the department before, during, and after a declared emergency and/or disaster.
Desirable Qualifications. Preferred applicants:
- Have considerable knowledge of a wide variety of sanitation support activities.
- Have a valid High School Diploma or GED equivalency.
- Have some knowledge of traffic laws and regulations.
- Are skilled in the safe operation of sanitation vehicles and equipment.
Selection Process
IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
For purposes of employment, re-employment, promotion, transfer or demotion, the most qualified applicants will be selected to continue in the hiring process. At this point, any prior criminal records will be verified. A prior criminal record will not necessarily disqualify a selected applicant from employment.
The City of St. Petersburg is committed to a Drug Free Workplace and compliance with the Department of Transportation (DOT) drug testing rules. Applicants may be required to successfully complete pre-employment drug testing and/or medical exams.
How To Apply
Apply online at www.stpete.org/jobs - Select Apply for Jobs/Register/View Job Postings. City employees must use the Current City Employee link or use a City computer to access iRecruitment Employee Candidate. The City of St. Petersburg is committed to affirmative action and equal opportunity employment, and encourages individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply for posted positions. In accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes, qualified servicemembers/veterans and the spouses/family members of certain servicemembers/veterans receive preference/priority in employment. Eligible applicants are responsible to apply for Veterans’ Preference at the time of submission of any job application. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to apply, to interview for positions and to perform the essential job functions.
Salary : $23 - $33
