Salary : $46,363.20 - $56,804.80 Annually

Location : City Services Center, IA

Job Type: Full-Time

Department: Utilities

Division: Solid Waste

Opening Date: 11/22/2024

Closing Date: 12/6/2024 11:59 PM Central

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit: AFSCME

The City of Cedar Rapids is looking to hire a dedicated Solid Waste Recycling Laborer Extra Driver. The ideal candidate will assist in the collection of solid waste and recycling materials, and provide timely, courteous, and efficient curbside collections to maintain a safe, clean, and healthy community. Apply now!

About our Organization

At the City, we are committed to employing individuals who reflect our community's diverse backgrounds and this position is crucial in the success and strategic direction of a growing and evolving community. We appreciate and leverage the vast experience individuals bring beyond the technical requirements of a job. If you are an individual with similar experience listed here please consider applying. Experience and skills combined with commitment to our core values is key to building a greater community now and for the next generation.

About our Community

Nestled in the heart of Iowa, Cedar Rapids is our vibrant and diverse community known for its rich history, culture, and natural beauty. Our city has a strong sense of community which can be seen at any of our numerous parks, recreational opportunities, and family-friendly events year round. You can also explore our thriving downtown district, filled with shops, restaurants, and entertainment options, or take a stroll along the Cedar River, which runs through the heart of the city.

About this Opportunity

Provides general labor in carrying out Department operations including the collection and disposal of either solid waste or recycling on a City-wide basis.

Works under immediate to general supervision. This classification is distinguished from the Solid Waste Recycling Collector/Driver by less experience and the Solid Waste Recycling Collector/Driver serves as the lead worker on a truck.

The City of Cedar Rapids does not offer sponsorship for employment authorization.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Provides labor as required for Nuisance Abatement clean ups, road side litter collection and illegal dumping clean ups;
Unloads tractor trailer deliveries of 35, 65 and 95 gallon GARBY, YARDY and CURBY collection carts;
Delivers GARBY, YARDY and CURBY carts to customers;
Performs in field repairs of GARBY, YARDY and CURBY carts and collects damaged GARBY, YARDY and CURBY carts;
Responds, when assigned, to customer complaints concerning missed garbage, yard waste or recycling;
Distributes door hangers and other information as required when issues arise concerning collection programs;
Provides additional labor to other City Department for emergencies, special events, other miscellaneous projects and on a seasonal basis to assist with repairs and maintenance;
Performs house keeping chores around our building by cleaning, organizing and sweeping our garage, washing GARBY, YARDY and CURBY carts and washing and detailing our extra trucks;
Repairs sod and replaces mail boxes that have been damaged by Solid Waste and Recycling trucks;
Drives, ensures proper maintenance of and operates all mechanisms for loading and unloading rear loading, side loading, side loading semi-automated and side loading fully automated collection trucks, as required, in the daily pickup of solid waste, yard waste or recycling;
Cleans up spilled garbage, debris, litter, yard waste or recyclables and placing it into the collection truck;
Collects small dead animals found on the street while on collection routes;
Collects garbage, yard waste and recyclables separately from each other, tags unacceptable garbage, yard waste or recycling and takes the loaded truck to either the landfill, compost site, recycling facility, transfer station or other designated waste disposal facility;
Collects, on a rotating scheduled basis the litter receptacles in the Downtown area of the City of Cedar Rapids;
Provides front line public relation activities by maintaining a professional attitude when dealing with all residential customers and staff;
Adheres to all (OSHA) Occupational Safety Health Administration Rules and Regulations including the wearing of all designated safety equipment required by the City of Cedar Rapids Department of Solid Waste and Recycling;
Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures and safety practices;
Attends work regularly at the designated place and time;
Supports continuous process improvement initiatives;
Performs related work as required.

Acceptable Experience and Training:

Graduation from High School or a GED; and
Minimum one year of experience driving a CDL vehicle required;
Experience picking up or delivering items preferred; or
Any equivalent combination of experience and training, which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.

Required Special Qualifications:

Valid Commercial Driver's License, (Class B) with air brake endorsement and valid Medical Examiners Certificate.

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday 6:30am-2:30pm

Hourly Rate

The Solid Waste and Recycling Laborer Extra Driver is covered under the AFSCME Bargaining Union, and all new hires begin employment at $22.29 per hour, regardless of years of experience. Employees in this classification receive a step increase on their anniversary. The steps effective 7/1/2024 include:
New Hire1 year2 years3 years$22.29$24.55$25.90$27.31

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
The City of Cedar Rapids is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All job applicants will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability and genetic information (including family medical history).

Applicants with Disabilities
We respect and value people with disabilities and are committed to providing a workplace culture of disability inclusion. People with disabilities are supported during the hiring process and are encouraged to apply for employment with the City of Cedar Rapids. In support of the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations will be provided to those in need of assistance with the application and interview process. To request an accommodation, contact the City's Human Resources department by phone at 319-286-5000 or by email at hr@cedar-rapids.org.

We offer benefits and beyond for our employees and their families!

The City of Cedar Rapids provides outstanding pay, benefits, time off, including:

Medical co-insurance for participating providers of 90% plan / 10% employee
Competitive pay
Iowa Public Employee's Retirement Pension plans with a 9.44% City contribution and 6.29% employee contribution
457 deferred compensation employer match program (City will match up to 0.05% of your annual income each calendar year-learn more here.)
Flexible Spending (Health Care and Dependent Care Accounts- learn more here)
An average of 11 paid holidays per year
Up to $3,000 per year in educational assistance
4 weeks of paid parental leave
Public Service Loan Forgiveness - (The PSLF program forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time for a qualifying employer. )
Annual pay increases
Fiscal year pay increases as determined by bargaining contract
Employees are eligible for longevity pay after 5 years of continuous service
100% City paid basic life insurance
Dental, vision, long-term disability, and supplemental life insurance
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Expansive job growth opportunities
Commitment to professional development
Private health & wellness coaching partnerships

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Please describe your experience driving a CDL vehicle and any experience you have picking up or delivering items.

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Do you have a Valid Iowa Drivers' License?

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Do you currently possess a Class B CDL with air brake endorsements and a valid Medical Examiners Certificate?

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Why are you interested in this position?

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Solid Waste and Recycling Laborer Extra Driver