Refuse Collector Trainee (TEMPORARY)

Posting Number 1313T Position Title Refuse Collector Trainee (TEMPORARY) Department Utilities Job Code 008 FLSA Status Non-Exempt Union Affiliation Unrepresented Pay Grade 8 Job Description Summary

Learn to operate a variety of motorized equipment and perform manual laboring tasks Participate in Commercial Driver's License (CDL) training with goal of obtaining CDL.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Participate in CDL training.

Perform manual work collecting refuse and recycling.

• Operate a variety of commercial refuse collection vehicles.
• Perform manual labor.

ANCILLARY FUNCTIONS:

• Perform custodial tasks in the general housekeeping of the facility, including sweeping and, cleaning floors.
• Maintain appearance of facility grounds by clearing debris and sweeping curbs/walkways.
• Maintain work unit files and records.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Ability to learn safety standards and precautions pertaining to the use and operation of motorized equipment.
• Ability to learn how to operate motorized equipment in a safe and effective manner.
• Ability to use various hand tools.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.
• Ability to read and follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to work cooperatively with other employees.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

• Ability to feel attributes of objects, grasp, push, stand, walk, drive, reach with hands/arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb/balance, operate mechanical equipment, and move up and down from/to sitting position on the floor.
• Must be able to have repetitive wrist, hand and/or finger movement.
• Must have clarity of vision, three-dimensional vision, ability to identify and distinguish colors, good peripheral vision, and precise hand-eye coordination.
• May be required to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Ability to successfully complete CDL training and obtain CDL license within 6 months of hire.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DOT medical certification.

Supervision Exercised

None.

Starting Salary $20/hr Open Until Filled No Deadline to Apply 09/30/2026 Number of Positions Available multiple Notice to Applicants

Individuals needing accommodation to apply may call 573.874.7235

TTY: 711 (MO RELAY)

THE CITY OF COLUMBIA IS A MERIT, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: MALE / FEMALE

THE CITY OF COLUMBIA REQUIRES PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TESTING

The City of Columbia participates in the federal E-Verify work authorization program

Special Instructions to Applicants

Position eligible for offer of health insurance.

Temporary employees shall have no other benefits except as required by law.

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