Recycling Truck Driver Fort Collins,CO

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Recycling Truck Driver

University of North Carolina Greensboro Fort Collins, CO

Days Posted: 5 days

Experience Level:Not Specified

Employment Type:Not Specified

Pay Range: $17.50/hr - $23.54/hr (Estimated)

Posting Details Posting Details Requisition Number S3057 Position Number 003710 Position Classification Title Vehicle/Equipment Operator Functional Title Recycling Truck Driver Position Type Staff University Information Located in North Carolina's third-largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked the No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal - helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University's 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B. Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit Facilities Operations has the responsibility of providing a wide range of services to all administrative departments, student programs, and all academic schools and departments. Services include all aspects of corrective and preventive maintenance, operations, grounds maintenance, housekeeping, utility infrastructure maintenance and operations, business operations, safety, regulatory compliance, project management, and renovations. These duties are conducted for a campus consisting of over 100 buildings totaling 6 million gross square feet on over 275 acres. The Office of Waste Reduction and Recycling (OWRR) is responsible for providing comprehensive composting, sanitation, and recycling services to the University, promoting source reduction of solid waste among its work units, encouraging the procurement of recycled content products, recording amounts and types of University waste disposed of and recycled, and maintaining an up-to-date University solid waste management plan. The OWRR full-time staff consists of OWRR supervisor and 5 vehicle/equipment operators. Position Summary The Recycle Truck Driver position completes the sanitation and recycling route, assisting the crew in correcting dumpster overflow issues, providing customer service, operating trash/recycling trucks and other fleet vehicles, performing basic maintenance, practicing safe working habits, and assisting in special events with trash/recycling assistance. This position is mandatory as defined in the Adverse Weather and Emergency Event Policy. Minimum Qualifications DEMONSTRATED POSSESSION OF THE COMPETENCIES NECESSARY TO PERFORM THE WORK. REQUIRES APPROPRIATE LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS TO OPERATE ASSIGNED TYPES OF VEHICLES OR EQUIPMENT. Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates Valid Driver's license required Preferred Qualifications Alternate Option If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants are required to upload a list of at least three (3) professional references that include: <ul> <li>Name, </li><li>Company Name, </li><li>Type of reference (Professional, Supervisor, Colleague, Academic, or Personal). One (1) of those references will need to be a current or previous supervisor. </li><li>Email Address </li><li>Contact Phone Number </li></ul> Recruitment Range $39,214 - $43,571 Org #-Department Waste Reduction and Recycling - 56409 Work Hours of Position 6:00am - 2:30pm, M-F Number of Months per Year 12 Posting Requirements Job Family Operations and Skilled Trades Career Banded Title Vehicle/Equipment Operator Open Date 12/15/2025 Close Date 01/05/2026 FTE 1.000 FLSA Non-Exempt If other, please indicate If time-limited, please specify end date for appointment. Salary Grade Equivalency Key Responsibilities ____ Key Responsibility Performs recycling/trash collections across campus Essential Tasks <ul> <li>Services include electronic waste collection containers, hard-back book collection containers, special bulky waste pickups across campus, scrap metal trailers, and auxiliary waste collection containers across campus autonomously. </li><li>Crushes 30yd open top dumpster materials with backhoe and coordinates emptying with Environmental Specialist. </li><li>Organizes and delivers recyclables to various markets in the region utilizing forklifts, dump trailers, dump trucks, and box trucks. </li><li>Empties trash and recycling outdoor walkway containers across campus via Routes provided by Environmental Specialist - ensures trash and recycling materials are separated properly, removes overflow materials to keep walkway containers clean and ready to accept material. </li><li>Monitors e-waste collection sites across campus- maintains site cleanliness, removes items from bins, and consolidates them into palletized containers for vendor pickup or market delivery </li><li>Monitors dumpster capacity - when the 8yd dumpsters or 30yd open top dumpsters across campus are at capacity, the materials are crushed or relocated to another dumpster for later emptying by the hauling contractor. Removes items from the dumpster that are banned from NC Landfills. </li><li>Special event and work order request assistance- Sets up and collects special event waste collection containers as needed. Assess need for additional containers and delivers in a timely manner, removes full containers and empties them independently. </li></ul> Key Responsibility Vehicle and Equipment Operation, Inspection, and Maintenance Essential Tasks <ul> <li>Performs daily DOT vehicle inspections. Performs immediate maintenance needs such as adding fluids or adjusting tire pressure. Immediately reports to supervisor any safety concerns, mechanical problems, need for repairs, parts, or further attention. </li><li>Transports vehicles and equipment to and from repair shops as needed. </li><li>Inspects and maintains container locations for cleanliness and correct labels. During the summer months, containers should be power-washed as needed. Reports any deficiencies or problems to the supervisor. Repairs broken containers as directed by the supervisor. </li><li>Completes monthly PM service that includes basic lubrication of compactor grease fittings. </li><li>Always keeps the work area and vehicles clean and organized. Empties truck contents every week and washes out compactor body in wash bay. </li><li>Reports the need for repairs, parts, or supplies to the supervisor. </li></ul> Key Responsibility Surveys and prepares trash/recycle collection areas for crew or contractor service Essential Tasks <ul> <li>Prioritizes tasks to be completed after daily inspections of key waste collection areas at the beginning of the shift. </li><li>Ready chute containers for contractor pickup. </li><li>Replace broken casters on chute containers as needed. </li><li>Operates small trucks and equipment necessary to complete work assignments. </li><li>Serve as primary point of contact for campus compactors and trash chutes - keep compactors and chutes operational, clean, and ready for contractor service. Troubleshoot problems with compactors and chutes to prevent and fix operational issues. Communicates directly with crew or contractor regarding servicing needs. </li><li>Perform regular spot checks of Trash/Recycle collection areas. </li></ul> Key Responsibility Customer Service Essential Tasks <ul> <li>Respectfully identifies, listens, and responds to customer needs (in order of priority) in assigned work areas. </li><li>Responds calmly to people under stress or expressing displeasure. </li><li>Uses interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with and understand needs expressed by individuals from a variety of cultures and with limited English language skills. </li><li>Identifies ways to minimize material being sent for landfill disposal and maximize recycling revenues from collected materials. This position is expected to work during peak periods of activity, such as Move-In during August and Move-Out during April and May. Other activities require weekend or evening work. Emergencies may require working odd shifts or split shifts. </li><li>Applying substantial program knowledge to respond to recycling program users' or participants' questions - Respond to varied questions and requests regarding all services provided. This includes, but is not limited to, questions regarding: routes and schedules, container use and placement, materials collected, transport of materials, and appropriate disposal, recycling, or reuse options. </li><li>Providing factual or procedural information - about materials collected, services provided, inventory available, and how to participate in the OWRR program. Explains how to properly participate in campus recycling programs to campus community members. </li><li>Identifying the underlying root of customer problems, even when poorly communicated, regarding containers, service, and special situations. </li></ul> Key Responsibility Practices Safe Working Habits and Assists with Special Tasks Essential Tasks <ul> <li>Has the ability to demonstrate an understanding of applicable policies and procedures. </li><li>Has the ability to maintain conditions that ensure a healthy and safe working environment. </li><li>Actively assess routine and non-routine tasks to complete them in the safest fashion. Decides how to overcome logistical challenges safely. </li><li>Uses proper lifting techniques. </li><li>Wears proper PPE and uniform. </li><li>Maintains forklift license and OSHA training certificate. Occasionally tasked with moving campus deliveries to various campus customers. </li><li>Moves and cleans containers around campus for annual cleaning, to better serve the campus community, and to accommodate construction sites. </li><li>Snow removal around dumpster areas. </li></ul> Competency ____ Competency Knowledge Technical Competency Description <ul> <li>Safely and skillfully operate specialized vehicles and/or equipment in the performance of recurring tasks with limited variety and established parameters. </li><li>Examples of vehicles and/or equipment operated at the Journey level may include, but are not limited to: tractor-trailer, bulldozer, backhoe, and hydrogeological drilling equipment. Or, safely and skillfully operates standard vehicles and/or equipment (as noted at the Contributing level) in combination with considerable independence and variation in assignments, requiring a good understanding of organizational objectives. </li><li>Plan and decide on the best routes and schedules according to broad guidelines/parameters. </li><li>Make decisions concerning the weight and load distribution of cargo. </li><li>Accurately maintain records related to load weight specifications, cargo inventory, custody of court-secured individuals, route reports, and vehicle/equipment maintenance. </li></ul> Competency Level Journey Competency Safety and Health Compliance Competency Description <ul> <li>Identifies and resolves potential safety problems and unsafe work practices; warns others of potential hazards. </li><li>Shows other employees safe ways to perform job tasks or use of equipment. </li><li>Informs employees of safety information. Incorporates accident prevention and corrective measures in all activities. </li><li>Regularly assesses safety conditions; participates in safety inspections and drills; identifies potential hazards; and resolves problems. </li><li>Demonstrates complete knowledge of established safety policies and procedures and applies them to work activities. Responds to emergency situations following appropriate procedures. </li></ul> Competency Level Journey Competency Knowledge - Technical (Mechanical) Competency Description <ul> <li>Performs minor preventative maintenance. </li><li>Troubleshoots equipment/mechanical problems and recognizes the cause of problems. </li></ul> Competency Level Journey Competency Client/Customer Service Competency Description <ul> <li>Develops and maintains effective working relationships both within and outside of the immediate work unit. </li><li>Deals calmly and professionally with difficult situations or passengers and handles complaints respectfully. </li><li>Receives and gives feedback calmly and professionally. </li></ul> Competency Level Journey ADA Checklist ADA Checklist "R" for Rare (0-30%), "O" for Occasional (30-60%), "F" for Frequent (60-90%), "C" for Constant (90-100%) Physical Effort Hand Movement-Repetitive Motions - F, Hand Movement-Grasping - C, Holding - F, Finger Dexterity - O, Vision-Skilled Trades - C, Reading - F, Writing - O, Eye-hand coordination - C, Vision-Color Distinction - O, Vision-Visual inspection - C, Hearing - C, Talking - F, Standing - F, Sitting - F, Walking - F, Lifting-0-30 lbs. - C, Lifting-30-60 lbs. - C, Lifting-60-90 lbs. - F, Lifting-90 plus lbs. - O, Pushing/Pulling - C, Climbing-Stairs - F, Bending - O, Squatting - O, Crawling - R, Reaching - O Work Environment Driving - Car/Truck - C, Driving - Standar/Automatic - C, Night/Dark - F, Extreme noise levels - O, Extreme temperatures - C, Inside - O, Outside - C, Infectious Bacteria - C, Acidic Harsh or Oily Substances - O, Electrical Hazards - R, Overtime - O, Driving - Mower/Forklift - O, Equipment/Machines - Ladders - R Applicant Documents Required Documents <ul> <li>List of References </li></ul> Optional Documents <ul> <li>Resume/CV </li><li>Cover Letter </li></ul> Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). <ul> <li> <ul> <li>Have you graduated from high school or received a GED? </li></ul> </li><li> Yes </li><li> No </li><li> <ul> <li>Do you currently have a valid drivers license? </li></ul> </li><li> No Response </li><li> Yes </li><li> No </li><li> <ul> <li>Are you eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship? </li></ul> </li><li> Yes </li><li> No </li><li> <ul> <li>Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship for employment at the University of North Carolina in Greensboro? </li></ul> </li><li> Yes </li><li> No </li><li> <ul> <li>Please indicate how you learned of the vacant position for which you are applying: </li></ul> </li><li> UNCGjobsearch Website </li><li> Greensboro News & Record </li><li> Carolina Peacemaker </li><li> Other Newspaper </li><li> The Chronicle of Higher Education </li><li> Inside Higher Ed </li><li> Other Professional Journal </li><li> NCWorks.gov </li><li> UNC System Job Board </li><li> Other Online Job Board </li><li> Personal Networking </li><li> Other </li><li> <ul> <li>Other: Please list </li></ul> </li></ul> (Open Ended Question)

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