City of Boca Raton · 3 days ago
Refuse Collector
Boca Raton, FL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expCity of Boca Raton is seeking a Refuse Collector to perform responsible unskilled work in the collection of solid waste. The role involves picking up refuse containers, operating packer equipment, and assisting with the unloading of the truck at the disposal site.
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Responsibilities
Picks up refuse containers, trash, recyclables, etc. from residences or business establishments and dumps them into the truck
Operates packer equipment
Replaces lids, cleans area around cans
Picks up discarded furniture, household appliances, limbs, brush, leaves, and other items placed at curbside
Directs traffic and guides truck operators in congested areas
Helps unload truck at disposal site
Assists the driver in checking the truck and the packer for proper operation
Cleans refuse truck and equipment
Performs related tasks as required
Qualification
Required
Six (6) months of experience performing heavy manual labor is required
Abstained from the use of cigarettes, cigars, and other tobacco products for at least one year prior to their date of hire and shall abstain from the use of tobacco products at all times during the period of their employment with the City while both on and off duty
Possession of a valid State of Florida Class 'E' driver's license with no more than six (6) points in a three (3) year period
Ability to perform continuous heavy manual work at a rapid pace
Ability to understand and follow specific oral instructions
Must be able to lift articles weighing up to 50 lbs. and carry articles up to 30 lbs
Must be able to wear safety glasses, goggles, a safety harness, safety shoes/boots, hearing protectors, a face shield, and gloves
Exposure to extreme temperatures, animals/insects, noise, vibration, dust, vapors, fumes, mist, smoke, toxic metals, and moving mechanical parts
Benefits
ANNUAL LEAVE: Shall accrue prior to an employee attaining permanent status in the classified service and may be used after six (6) months of employment at the sole discretion of the Department Head, but it shall not be paid out upon resignation or termination unless the employee has attained permanent status (one full year). The maximum accrual is 360 hours.
CASH OUT OF ANNUAL LEAVE : Employees who have attained permanent status shall be permitted to cash out up to forty (40) hours of accrued and unused Annual Leave, either in a single lump sum payment or two or more partial payments, each fiscal year.
SICK LEAVE: 8 hours per month. Any hours in excess of 960 will be paid off annually at 50%. Upon retirement, employees with a minimum of 5 years continuous service will receive 50% of sick leave balance.
HEALTH INSURANCE (Premiums): Employee Medical (Base Plan) - Paid 100% by City. Employee contributions are required for the buy up employee coverage plans. Employee contributions are required for Employee Dental and Vision Plans, as well as Dependent(s) Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans.
CONTINUOUS SERVICE BENEFIT: Continuous Service is determined on December 1st of each year. Payment is issued during the month of December based upon years of service as follows: 5 to 10 full years $600 annually, 10 to 15 full years $800 annually, 15 full years and over $1,000 annually.
RETIREMENT PLANS: The two pension/retirement options are listed below: • The option to enroll in a Defined Contribution Retirement Plan. The Defined Contribution Plan will not require a mandatory contribution on your part. The City will contribute seven (7%) percent of your annual base wages to this plan. The vesting period for this plan shall be one (1) year from your date of hire in the classified service, which coincides with your one-year probationary period.
Optional : 457 Deferred Compensation Savings Plan is available.
HOLIDAYS : 15 per year: 12 recognized holidays and 3 floating holidays which are allocated for the fiscal year starting October 1, to all 8 hour per day employees.
FUNERAL LEAVE: Up to 3 workdays - In State Up to 5 workdays - Out of State
PERFORMANCE EVALUATION: A performance review(s) is given to new hires during the first year of employment and an annual review on their anniversary date.
TUITION REIMBURSEMENT : Full-time employees are eligible for tuition reimbursement as outlined in the City’s Tuition Reimbursement Policy which is available in Human Resources and subject to the availability of departmental funds.
MILITARY LEAVE: Members in military reserve units who attend annual training are entitled to paid leave not to exceed 30 days each calendar year.
EAP: Employees, spouses, and eligible dependents have access to five (5) face-to-face sessions with a counselor through Cigna's Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Company
City of Boca Raton
Boca Raton is the southernmost city in Palm Beach County and home to people of America.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Sumbul Sheikh
Human Resources Business Partner
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