Litter Crew Laborer (Construction)
Department: Sanitation/Animal Services
Position Control Number: 0700-036
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, the position is eligible for overtime
Safety Sensitive Designation: This position is designated as safety sensitive
Random Drug/ Alcohol Test: Yes
Opening Date: September 15, 2025
Closing Date: September 29, 2025 at 11:59 PM
This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and minimum qualifications of this job. The incumbent(s) may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description. Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign job-related responsibilities and tasks to this job at any time. Certain functions are understood to be essential; these include but are not limited to, attendance, getting along with others, working a full shift, and dealing with and working under stress. Any essential function of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent/applicant only to the extent medically and reasonably feasible.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for cleaning and maintaining county right-of-way and properties along designated routes or in response to citizen complaints.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Maintains county property and right-of-way by removing litter and illegally dumped items. Responds to complaints from citizens regarding dumpsites; clean the area and monitor future dumping. Assists boom truck drivers and other county employees with the bulk item and dumpsite pick up. Removal of debris from extreme weather conditions from curbs, ditches, or inlets. Interacts with citizens and boom truck drivers in the removal of dumped items and debris. Loads and unloads supplies such as trash bags and trash grabbers from trucks. Assists boom truck drivers with the removal of trash and carts as needed. Removes litter from trucks at the landfill; sorts litter into recyclable products.Drives a light-duty pickup truck to pick up litter and transport it to the landfill.
SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Performs other related duties as required.
PERSONNEL SUPERVISED: None
WORKING CONDITIONS:Work is performed in an outdoor environment with frequent exposure to unfavorable weather conditions. May be required to work Saturdays as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:
Good knowledge of safety procedures and practices with the use of equipment on sanitation trucks. Some knowledge of county right-of-way rules and regulations. Ability to understand simple written and oral instructions.Ability to work safely within the landfill to avoid injury to self or coworkers.Ability to attend work regularly and reliably.Skill in the operation of light and medium trucks.Skill in the operation of a smartphone.Skill in the use of hand tools and light power tools.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Digital dexterity is necessary for tool use and equipment operation.Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time in all weather conditions. Ability to lift and carry loads up to 50 pounds without assistance and up to 60-80 pounds with assistance.Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.Ability to concentrate for long periods of time.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Completion of elementary school providing training in reading and writing; some experience in manual labor, driving a truck, or related area; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.
