Garbage Truck Helper job description
Updated March 14, 2024
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Garbage truck helper requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in garbage truck helper job postings.
Sample garbage truck helper requirements
- Must possess a valid driver's license.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Must be able to follow instructions and safety protocols.
- Must be able to understand and follow written instructions.
Sample required garbage truck helper soft skills
- Must have excellent interpersonal skills.
- Must have good problem-solving skills.
- Must be able to work in a team environment.
- Must be able to work with minimal supervision.
- Must be dependable and punctual.
Garbage Truck Helper job description example 1
PeopleReady garbage truck helper job description
PeopleReady of Winter Haven, FL is now hiring Garbage Truck Helpers!
Apply today and you could start as soon as tomorrow. No resume or interview required – yep, you read that right.
As a PeopleReady associate you'll benefit from:
* The freedom to work where you want, when you want and as often as you want.
* Next-day pay* for many of our open positions.
* The ability to choose long-term positions for steady work or short-term positions if you just want some extra cash.
* The ability to sign up for jobs right from our mobile app, JobStack!
Pay Rate:
The pay rate for this job is $11 / hour
What you'll be doing as a Garbage Truck Helper:
* Riding on the back of garbage or recycling collection truck and collecting solid waste on a designated route
* Directing driver when pulling out in traffic and backing up, and directing incoming vehicles to dumping area at solid waste disposal facilities
* Knowledge of standardized work routines used for manual tasks and operation of collection vehicles in solid waste operations
* Checking operating and safety conditions of vehicles, performing minor servicing, and reporting needed repairs or servicing
* Assisting driver with various tasks during waste runs
Available shifts:
Shift Timings: 1st Shift (Day)
Job requirements:
* Deep knowledge of work routines and procedures in collecting solid waste materials for disposal, reuse, and recycling
* Able to lift up to 50 pounds, and able to carry, reach, bend, push, pull, and climb
* Flexibility to work in all weather conditions
Ready to take control of the way you work?
Complete our application to join the PeopleReady team today. In case you missed it, no resumes or interviews are required!
\#TIER1
PeopleReady is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religious affiliation, color, national origin, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by law. We will get to know you and connect you with jobs that match your skills, experience and preferences. We work hard every single day to find jobs so each employee has opportunity and variety in their work.
Apply today and you could start as soon as tomorrow. No resume or interview required – yep, you read that right.
As a PeopleReady associate you'll benefit from:
* The freedom to work where you want, when you want and as often as you want.
* Next-day pay* for many of our open positions.
* The ability to choose long-term positions for steady work or short-term positions if you just want some extra cash.
* The ability to sign up for jobs right from our mobile app, JobStack!
Pay Rate:
The pay rate for this job is $11 / hour
What you'll be doing as a Garbage Truck Helper:
* Riding on the back of garbage or recycling collection truck and collecting solid waste on a designated route
* Directing driver when pulling out in traffic and backing up, and directing incoming vehicles to dumping area at solid waste disposal facilities
* Knowledge of standardized work routines used for manual tasks and operation of collection vehicles in solid waste operations
* Checking operating and safety conditions of vehicles, performing minor servicing, and reporting needed repairs or servicing
* Assisting driver with various tasks during waste runs
Available shifts:
Shift Timings: 1st Shift (Day)
Job requirements:
* Deep knowledge of work routines and procedures in collecting solid waste materials for disposal, reuse, and recycling
* Able to lift up to 50 pounds, and able to carry, reach, bend, push, pull, and climb
* Flexibility to work in all weather conditions
Ready to take control of the way you work?
Complete our application to join the PeopleReady team today. In case you missed it, no resumes or interviews are required!
\#TIER1
PeopleReady is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religious affiliation, color, national origin, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by law. We will get to know you and connect you with jobs that match your skills, experience and preferences. We work hard every single day to find jobs so each employee has opportunity and variety in their work.
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Garbage Truck Helper job description example 2
Roger's Group garbage truck helper job description
Assists Fuel Truck Driver; refuels company equipment and vehicles, to include but not limited to: dump trucks, tractor trailers and heavy equipment.
Check's vehicle to ensure it is safe to operate.
Checks tires, headlights, marker lights, stop lights and turn signals.
Check's engine oil, power steering fluid, coolant level, fan belts and windshield wipers.
Keeps floorboards, stepping areas, and hand holds free of trash, grease, rags or other obstructions that hinder operation.
Constantly monitors company radio for change of assignment and dispatch.
The Fuel Truck Helper position requires an extreme amount of body movement and some manual labor including, but not limited to leg movement, wrist and arm movement, operating of controls, manual labor, and performing daily maintenance
Adheres to all company, client, and project policies, procedures, standards, including but not limited to the safety manual, the employee handbook, and the fleet safety manual.
Answers directly to the Fuel Truck Supervisor.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
The employee frequently is required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, bend and twist at waist, crouch, or crawl.
The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.
The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, ability to adjust focus.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and vibration.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
The employee is occasionally required to work long hours, (normal work hours average 10 to 12 hours per day; conditions may dictate up to 15 hours to complete the project).
Wages starting at $18.00/hr. Higher pay for skilled applicants. Overtime is available and extensive medical and retirement benefits.
Qualifications - External
* Must adhere to company policy to receive a current Medical Examiner's Certificate.
* Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers.
* Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
* Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
* Ability to get along with others.
* Displays a positive attitude.
* Presents a professional image as an employee.
* Ability to maintain composure in stressful traffic or other situations.
* Ability to work evenings and nights as needed, to support construction operations.:
Group insurance options plus Health Savings Account with annual company contribution.
Company paid life insurance, disability insurance, and more.
Retirement 401K account with company contribution and match.
Paid Holiday Shutdown period between Christmas and New Years in addition to 7 holidays throughout the year.
Paid vacation -
1 week at 1 year
2 weeks at 2 years
3 weeks at 5 years
4 weeks at 20 years of service.
Annual performance-based merit increases.
RGI EEO Statement
An Equal Opportunity Employer seeking candidates without regard to age, race, national origin, gender, disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other protected status.
All applications are accepted online at www.rogersgroupinc.com
Check's vehicle to ensure it is safe to operate.
Checks tires, headlights, marker lights, stop lights and turn signals.
Check's engine oil, power steering fluid, coolant level, fan belts and windshield wipers.
Keeps floorboards, stepping areas, and hand holds free of trash, grease, rags or other obstructions that hinder operation.
Constantly monitors company radio for change of assignment and dispatch.
The Fuel Truck Helper position requires an extreme amount of body movement and some manual labor including, but not limited to leg movement, wrist and arm movement, operating of controls, manual labor, and performing daily maintenance
Adheres to all company, client, and project policies, procedures, standards, including but not limited to the safety manual, the employee handbook, and the fleet safety manual.
Answers directly to the Fuel Truck Supervisor.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
The employee frequently is required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, bend and twist at waist, crouch, or crawl.
The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.
The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, ability to adjust focus.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and vibration.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
The employee is occasionally required to work long hours, (normal work hours average 10 to 12 hours per day; conditions may dictate up to 15 hours to complete the project).
Wages starting at $18.00/hr. Higher pay for skilled applicants. Overtime is available and extensive medical and retirement benefits.
Qualifications - External
* Must adhere to company policy to receive a current Medical Examiner's Certificate.
* Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers.
* Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
* Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
* Ability to get along with others.
* Displays a positive attitude.
* Presents a professional image as an employee.
* Ability to maintain composure in stressful traffic or other situations.
* Ability to work evenings and nights as needed, to support construction operations.:
Group insurance options plus Health Savings Account with annual company contribution.
Company paid life insurance, disability insurance, and more.
Retirement 401K account with company contribution and match.
Paid Holiday Shutdown period between Christmas and New Years in addition to 7 holidays throughout the year.
Paid vacation -
1 week at 1 year
2 weeks at 2 years
3 weeks at 5 years
4 weeks at 20 years of service.
Annual performance-based merit increases.
RGI EEO Statement
An Equal Opportunity Employer seeking candidates without regard to age, race, national origin, gender, disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other protected status.
All applications are accepted online at www.rogersgroupinc.com
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024