Town of Saluda Open Position (s)
If interested in this positions, click on the application link provided or stop by Saluda Town Hall located at 100 S. Jefferson Street; Saluda, SC Monday through Friday 8:30am to 5pm and pick up an application.
Applications are to be turned in to Nicole Maffett at Town Hall.
Positions will be posted for two week or until filled.
General Purpose: The purpose of the class is to collect refuse for the Town of Saluda. This class is responsible for collecting refuse and recyclables, and delivering to designated locations. To work according to set procedures under direct supervision.
Supervision Received: Works under the direct supervision of the Streets and Sanitation Supervisor.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The tasks listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. The supervisor may assign additional tasks related to the type of work of the class as necessary.
o Gathers garbage, debris and recyclables are collected from residential and commercial locations within the Town limits and dispose of properly
o Assists in performs preventative and corrective maintenance on all vehicles and equipment such as checking fluid levels, tire pressure, performing tune-ups etc.
o Assists truck driver in maneuvering truck on assigned routes. Serves as back-up CDL Driver
o Utilizes and wears appropriate safety gear, such as reflective clothing, glasses, vest, boots, gloves, etc.
o Uses proper safety measures and precautions in operation sanitation equipment in order to prevent any accidental injury.
o Operates lawn maintenance and small equipment; operates various pieces of heavy equipment as required such as a backhoe, motor grader, street sweeper, tractor, dump truck, etc. in the performance of daily routine duties; mixes gas and oil for two-cycle engines.
o Performs general landscaping tasks such as cutting grass, trimming sidewalks, trimming trees, etc.; performs seasonal grounds keeping maintenance; mows lawn, trim and edges around walks; waters lawn and shrubs.
o Assists in cleans streets, clean and maintain street signs within the Town as necessary; replacing any missing as needed.
o Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Physical and Dexterity Requirements:
o Requires medium to heavy work that involves walking, standing, stooping, lifting, pushing, and raising objects. Involves exerting between 20 to 50 pounds of force on a regular basis and 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally.
o General knowledge of the operational and maintenance requirements of all vehicles and equipment utilized by the Streets and Sanitation Department
o Ability to operate all equipment utilized by the department including heavy equipment.
Education and Experience
o High School Diploma or equivalent
o Must possess a valid South Carlina Drivers License
Environmental Hazards: This job may risk exposure to dust and pollen, extreme heat, and/or cold, wet or humid conditions, extreme noise levels, animals and wildlife, vibration, fumes and/or noxious odors, traffic, moving machinery, disease/pathogens and toxic/caustic chemicals.