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Sanitation Department Laborer

City Of Seneca – Public Works
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Position Description - Sanitation Department Laborer

General Purpose:

Performs a variety of unskilled or semi-skilled maintenance work. Collects residential garbage for a medical exemption route serving disabled citizens. Collects recycling materials and delivers to appropriate site for disposal. This employee reports to the Sanitation Director.

Education, Experience & Licensing Requirements:

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent and
  • Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Valid SC Driver’s license and CDL license.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • Some knowledge of equipment, facilities, materials, methods, and procedures used in recycling and sanitation activities.
  • Knowledge of City Routes.
  • Skill in operation of some of the listed tools and equipment.
  • Ability to perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to cross train for placement in other crews.
  • Ability to work safely and quickly.
  • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other departments, and the public.

Tools And Equipment Used:

  • Phone system, Brooms, Brushes, Mops, Scrapers, Shovels, Rakes, Squeegees, Steam Cleaner, Buckets, Cleaning Cloths, Detergents, Filters, Hoses, Shovel, Hand truck, Bins, Carts, Order Slips, Vacuums and Roll carts.

Applications are being accepted at City Hall.

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An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
The city of Seneca does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability status in employment or the provision of services.

Contact Info

221 E North 1st St. Seneca, SC 29678
864-885-2700

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