Solid Waste Laborer 2 at CITY OF RED BANK TN

The City of Red Bank has an immediate opening for a Solid Waste Laborer 2. This is a full-time position that
performs a variety of unskilled and manual tasks in support of Solid Waste Operations throughout the city.
Drives city-owned trucks that may require a CDL License for the Solid Waste Division. Performs all assigned
tasks to support the mission of the division.

JOB OVERVIEW
The right candidate will achieve by:
- Demonstrating the ability to follow directions.
- Demonstrating an ability to perform tasks with minimal supervision.
- Demonstrating proficiency in the operation of various operations while using proper personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Supervision Received: The employee works under the general supervision of the Solid Waste Operations Supervisor. On occasion, independent judgment must be used to accomplish tasks.
- Supervision Exercised: None.

Salary and Benefits:
(G2) $40,227.00 annually - Day Shift M-F 8:30a-4:30p + excellent benefits.

Applications will be accepted through Monday, November 18, 2024, at 4:30 p.m. Use the Apply Link below.

Applications and job descriptions are available at Red Bank City Hall, 3105 Dayton Boulevard, Red Bank, TN or on our website.

Applicants must have a valid phone number.  Applicants will be notified by phone for information on testing
and interview times/dates.  Documentation is required for any training, education, certifications, or licenses listed on the application.

To be eligible to apply, applicants MUST:
- Be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
- Be a high school graduate or equivalent.
- Be a citizen of the United States.
- Have a Valid Driver’s License.
- Not have been convicted of, or plead guilty to, or entered a plea of nolo contender to any felon charge or to any violation of any federal or state laws or city ordinances relating to force, violence, theft, dishonesty,
gambling, liquor or controlled substances.
- Not have been released or discharged under anything other than an honorable discharge from any armed
forces of the United States.

After having met the above requirements, candidates must successfully complete the following:
- Oral interview board composed of a combination of departmental members.
- A comprehensive background check, including but not limited to, criminal, financial, and personal history.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Essential functions are fundamental job duties. They do not include marginal tasks which will also be
performed but are not incidental to the primary job functions.
- Perform daily custodial duties at city-owned parks, community centers, and other locations where public gatherings may occur
- Stock cleaning and custodial supplies at municipal facilities
- Serve as backup to the Solid Waste Division’s Toters in their absence
- Serve as backup to any Solid Waste Division driver during their absence
- Serve as backup at the City of Red Bank/Hamilton County Recycle Center during the attendant’s absence
- Remove trash/garbage from roadways, residences, and stormwater conveyances as needed or directed by the supervisor
- Serves as a primary employee for specialized debris removal:
- Waste oil removal
- Used tire removal
- Trim trees on rights-of-way to facilitate the safe passage of garbage trucks on city streets
- Perform traffic control operations when required for road closures
- All other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Employee must be able to solve problems in situations that deal with day-to-day operations
- Must have the ability to communicate technical information and requirements in a clear and accurate fashion both verbally and in writing
- Must be proficient in the use of a Smart Phone, Tablet, radio, and similar communication devices
- Must be able to complete forms using words and numbers, etc.
- Must have the ability to develop rapport with a variety of people and elicit cooperation
- Must have the ability to organize daily work schedule, meet all deadlines, and track work details
- Must be able to answer questions with brief responses or provide standard information to customers, citizens, supervisors, etc.
- Must have the ability to make prompt decisions based on adopted codes, ordinances, policies, and standards.

EQUIPMENT
Major Equipment used to perform this job:
- Pickup Truck
- Garbage Truck >31,000 lbs. GVW
- Brush Truck >31,000 lbs. GVW
- Dump Truck >31,000 lbs. GVW
- Janitorial Equipment
- Hand tools (chainsaw, trimmers, shovels, tamps, pruning shears, hand pickers, etc.)
- Electronic communication devices
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Streets and Roads Traffic Control Devices

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Must have a valid State Issued Driver’s License
- Class “B” Commercial Drivers License or the ability to become licensed within six months.
- Any combination of education and experience which demonstrates the knowledge and experience to
perform the work.

WRITING SKILLS REQUIRED
- Complete forms using words and numbers, etc.
SPEAKING/PRESENTATION SKILLS REQUIRED
- Employee must be able to answer questions with brief response or provide standard information to
customers, citizens, supervisors, etc.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS - High school diploma or GED
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The
employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to operate, finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or
controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception
and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters
while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The employee will seldom be exposed to
temperature extremes and will have limited exposure to dangerous equipment, chemicals, loud noise, and
noxious odors and fumes.
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be
performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the
work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is
subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

  

The City of Red Bank is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Apply instructions:
Please use the Apply link below to submit application and resume directly.

You may also visit our city's website for applications which may be submitted via mail in an envelope marked “Solid Waste Laborer 2” to:

City of Red Bank
Attn: Human Resources
3105 Dayton Blvd.
Chattanooga, TN 37415