Sanitation Laborer

***JOB ANNOUNCEMENT***

(Internal/External)

Job Title:  Laborer

Department:  Sanitation Department

Shift:  1^st

Classification:  Hourly, Non-Exempt (Grade 7: $11.97-17.47)

Announcement No.:  21-14                          

Announcement Date:  July 7, 2021

Closing Date:   Until Position is filled

Essential Function:

1. Collects garbage from residential and commercial containers.
2. Assist in emptying filled sanitation trucks.
3. Collects recyclables, sorts, and prepares for shipping
4. Performs related work as assigned or required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

1. Some knowledge of equipment used in sanitation work.
2. Ability to understand and follow simple oral & written instructions.
3. Ability to operate simple machinery.
4. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with the general public, supervisors, and co-workers while performing tasks with courtesy and tact.
5. Ability to work overtime hours when necessary.
6. Ability to perform essential functions of the job.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Possess and maintain a valid Alabama driver’s license with driving record suitable for insurability.

 Physical Requirements:

1. Sufficient physical strength to lift at least 60 pounds and carry to the truck; ability to walk 8 hours a day, step, climb, squat, push, and pull.
2. Sufficient physical strength and agility to perform manual labor and to work in very cold and hot temperatures and work in inclement weather.

Application Process:

Applications may be obtained from the City of Guntersville Personnel Office at 341 Gunter Ave, Guntersville, AL or visit our website at www.guntersvilleal.org.  Completed applications for qualified applicants should be returned to the Personnel Office.  Applications will be accepted until position is filled.                                                                       

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