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City of Harrisonburg Technician I - Sanitation in United States
Technician I - Sanitation
Salary
$41,288.00 - $45,427.20 Annually
Location
Harrisonburg, VA
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
5833 - (July 2024)
Department
Public Works
Opening Date
07/01/2024
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Description
Benefits
Questions
Description
Are you seeking a meaningful career that allows you to utilize your skills to provide efficient City services while working to enhance the quality of life for the local community? If so, the Public Works Department's Technician I position in the Sanitation Division may be the right career for you!
The Technician I - Sanitation role is a full-time position with benefits and a work schedule as follows:
Mondays and Fridays from 7:00am - 2:30pm;
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 7:00am - 1:30pm; and
Saturdays from 7:00am - 12:30pm.
Applicants may be considered for levels within the department at an annual rate commensurate with applicant qualifications.
Preferred Hiring Ranges*:
Journeyman (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harrisonburg/classspecs/1012532?keywords=5816&pagetype=classSpecifications) : $18.96 - $20.39 per hour (equivalent to $39,436 - $42,411 annually)
Technician I (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harrisonburg/classspecs/1036027?keywords=5833&pagetype=classSpecifications) : $19.85 - $21.84 per hour (equivalent to $41,288 - $45,427 annually)
*An exact salary will be determined based upon the selected candidate's qualifications/experience in compliance with City policy.
As a Technician I in Sanitation, you'll:
Collect municipal solid waste, bulk/yard debris material, and other trash by moving cans and containers placed for collection and dumping into trucks, operating hydraulic mechanisms for compressing and dumping refuse, and riding on rear/side step of a moving refuse truck;
Tag refuse for noncompliance;
Operate specialized equipment independently in connection with the position;
Perform proper handling, spill prevention/response, and cleanup procedures for fuels and other pollutants to minimize entry into stormwater system;
Perform snow and ice removal by operating a refuse truck with a snow plow attachment and other equipment;
Participate in rotational standby program;
Operate a City vehicle in the performance of job duties;
Perform other related duties as needed.
A detailed list of the ideal candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position is available in the Technician I class specification (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harrisonburg/classspecs/1036027?keywords=5833&pagetype=classSpecifications) .
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Requirements for the Technician I Level:
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to:
High school diploma or GED; and
Moderate (1-3 years) experience in refuse collection and grounds maintenance, including the operation of motorized equipment, or comparable experience.
18 years of age or older by hire date.
Availability to work the following schedule:
Mondays and Fridays from 7:00am - 2:30pm;
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 7:00am - 1:30pm; and
Saturdays from 7:00am - 12:30pm.
Valid commercial driver's license (CDL) Class B with air brakes. (Applicants without a CDL will be considered for the Journeyman level within the department; however, to progress to the Technician I level, a CDL is required. The department provides paid, on-the-job-training.)
Participation in a rotating, stand-by work program for off-hours emergency response.
Possession of forklift certification preferred but not required.
Click here to view the physical requirements of this position (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harrisonburg/classspecs/1036027?keywords=5833&pagetype=classSpecifications) .
Interested in a career within the Sanitation Division but don't meet the minimum requirements above for a Technician I? All applicants will be considered, for the level at which they qualify, at a rate commensurate with qualifications.
The selected candidate for this position will be subject to the following screenings and must receive satisfactory results:
Alcohol and drug testing as required by the Department of Transportation's Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA);
FMCSA Clearinghouse Query;
DMV record review;
Job-specific physical; and
Criminal background check.
Supplemental Information
To Apply: In order to be considered, all candidates must submit a complete City of Harrisonburg online employment application, including previous work experience and education history. This position may close at any time after 10 calendar days. (posted 07/01/2024)
The City provides an excellent benefits package including health insurance, retirement (VRS & MissionSquare), life insurance, paid leave and holidays.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran status.
The City of Harrisonburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Health and Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Leave
15.5 paid holidays
Short-Term Disability Insurance
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts - Medical and Dependent Care
Health Savings Account
Virginia Retirement System
Deferred Compensation Plan through MissionSquare
Employee Assistance Program
Additionally, the City is a qualified employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, which may qualify you for student loan forgiveness if you meet the PSLF Program requirements.
01
What is your highest level of education?
Less than 8th Grade
Completed 8th Grade
Attended High School
High School Graduate
GED
Attend College
College Graduate
Attended Graduate School
Master's Degree
Graduate study beyond Master's
Ph.D. or professional degree
02
How many years of experience do you have in refuse collection and grounds maintenance, including the operation of motorized equipment?
I do not have any experience.
I have some experience but less than 1 year of experience.
I have at least 1 year but less than 3 years of experience.
I have 3 or more years of experience.
03
Will you be 18 years of age or older by hire date? Please note that exact recruitment timelines vary based on multiple factors; however, the anticipated hire date is at least 3 weeks after application date.
Yes
No
04
Are you available to work the following schedule? Mondays and Fridays from 7:00am - 2:30pm; Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 7:00am - 1:30pm; and Saturdays from 7:00am - 12:30pm.
Yes
No
05
Which of the following driver's license do you possess?
No Valid Driver's License
Valid Driver's License
Valid Commercial Driver's Learner's License
Valid Commercial Driver's License (Class A or B)
06
Are you able and willing to participate in a rotating, stand-by work program for off-hours emergency response?
Yes
No
07
Do you have a valid forklift certification?
Yes
No
08
I understand that if I do not meet the qualifications for the Technician I level at the time of my application that I may be considered for another level within the department at a rate commensurate with my qualifications.
Yes
No
Required Question
Agency
City of Harrisonburg
Address
409 South Main Street Third Floor Harrisonburg, Virginia, 22801
Phone
540.432.8920 540.432.7796
Website
https://www.harrisonburgva.gov/employment