Lead Commercial Automated Collections Driver

This position entails seasoned, highly skilled, and responsible leadership in operating all Front-Load and/or Roll-Off collection vehicles, routes and assisting the supervisor with various, complex activities related to these business units. Bargaining unit position.

An employee in this class is responsible to assist supervision in the coordination and operation of Front-Load and/or Roll-Off collection vehicles/routes. Under general supervision, an employee receives instructions orally and in writing and performs tasks that are of significant difficulty, including the considerable manipulative skills to ensure safe operations of all collection activities in areas of limited space and congested traffic. The exercise of consequential initiative and independent judgment is required in completing this work. Work may also include performing a wide variety of routine duties in assisting in solid waste equipment maintenance and service operation as assigned. Performs physical tasks related to Front-Load and/or Roll-Off collection. Work is reviewed while in progress and upon completion through observation, Routeware reports and results obtained.

Trains and mentors both new and experienced drivers on essential procedures, including appropriate hand signals, operational methods, safety protocols, and industry best practices. Provides suggestions regarding safety and efficiencies as well as considerate support for the Supervisor. Utilizes the vehicle radio in accordance with standard operating procedures. Initiate routes using Routeware software and assist in reassignment of work and drivers, in the event of callouts. Supports drivers by ensuring proper vehicle operations, maintaining cleanliness within the cab, cleaning behind the blade, container wash outs and performing minor maintenance on trucks and equipment. Supervises the activities of an assistant driver and/or collector assigned to the vehicle. Operates vehicles to transport materials to disposal sites and manages mechanisms for unloading. Informs customers about correct collection procedures and updates them on service schedules. Completes daily vehicle inspection reports, noting maintenance needs for immediate attention at the start, during, and at the end of each shift, as well as documenting daily collection route details and time reports.

Considerable Knowledge of: efficient commercial routing and operation of Front-Load and/or Roll-Off refuse collection vehicles operation and maintenance characteristics of solid waste collection vehicles used in solid waste operations, occupational hazards, and appropriate safety precautions.

Some Knowledge of:  building ordinances, traffic ordinances and regulations governing heavy-duty equipment operation, the occupational hazards, and safety precautions required of the work.

Ability to: systematically evaluate needed repairs and make minor operating adjustments related to equipment; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; prepare and maintain routine records and reports of activities; establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the public; utilize Routeware to navigate routes to effectively collect scheduled service locations; perform work requiring physical strength and endurance during all types of weather; oversee and assign work; complete and submit oral and written reports in a clear and concise manner; establish effective working relationships with others.

Graduation from an accredited high school, vocational /training school and three (3) years of experience in the operation of one or more of the following types of equipment: Front-Loading and/or Roll-Off refuse collection vehicles and six (6) months experience in performing heavy physical work; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Possession of a valid Florida Commercial driver's license, Class “A” or “B” with air brakes. Must successfully demonstrate operational skill sets for a Front-Load and/or Roll-Off collection vehicles.

Note: Provide copies of your CDL and Certificate of Training if you are an external candidate AND your documents are NOT available and issued by the Solid Waste Department. They must reflect successful demonstration of operational skills; for a Front-Load and/or Roll-Off refuse collection vehicle with the application.

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