Waste management driver (full-time) – maintenance
Starting pay: $8.80/hour

NATURE OF THE WORK

Effective immediately a Waste Management Driver position is available in the Maintenance Department. The WM Driver is responsible for operation of a refuse/recycling collection vehicle in a safe, efficient, and timely manner. The WM Driver transports refuse/recyclable materials to appropriate sites. The WM Driver reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and/or Superintendent.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Establish and maintain positive, cooperative, and effective working relations with fellow employees.
• Constantly exhibit a customer service attitude, a smile, and an obvious interest in visitor comfort and service.
• Communicate with the public in a courteous and tactful manner and assist visitors with questions and directions to various areas of the Zoo
• Address the visitor - do not wait to be asked.
• Remove trash and debris from public areas; i.e. pick up litter whenever you see it.
• Inspecting vehicle to ensure proper mechanical functioning and prepares it for daily use.
• Collects refuse/recyclable materials on assigned routes and transports to appropriate sites.
• Cleans truck daily - when used.
• Operates Bobcat with all attachments.
• Safely operating 4 speed and 5 speed commercial vehicles.
• Any and all other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to work weekends, holidays and occasional after-hour assignments.
• High school diploma or GED certification.
• Ability to safely operate assigned vehicles.
• At least one year of experience operating 4 speed and 5 speed commercial vehicles.
• Ability to safely maneuver a 6-yard dump truck in tight areas.
• A class C or better driver’s license.
• A clean driving record and proof of insurability.

To apply for this opening please send resume and cover letter to:

San Antonio Zoo
Attn: Human Resources Department
3903 N. St. Mary's Street
San Antonio, TX 78212
Fax: (210) 734-7291

 

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