Crew Member: Refuse Collection

Posted 8 days ago

city of fredericksburg virginiaFredericksburg (VA)

Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors Other Waste Collection

SENIORITY

Junior

SALARY

$38,927 - $44,963 per year

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About the role

Crew Member: Refuse CollectionCITY OF FREDERICKSBURG, VIRGINIAFull-Time | Benefits | Paid Training Build your skills. Serve your community! Career Growth and PayCrew Member I $38,927 - $42,819 (hiring range) Start your career with hands-on training and essential public works experience. Crew Member II $40,876 - $44,963 (hiring range) Build technical skill, assume broader responsibilities, and strengthen your contribution to the team. Progression through the career ladder is based on demonstrated skills, successful performance, required training and certifications, operational needs, and available funding.

What You'll Do: In this role, you will be responsible for supporting waste management operations. Work assignments may include:

Crew Member I Waste Collection and Management Assist in collecting refuse, recycling, and debris and help load them onto collection trucks for efficient disposal.
Container Distribution Support the distribution of refuse and recycling containers to enhance recycling efforts.
Crew Member II Refuse Collection Responsible for collecting residential and commercial refuse and recycling on designated routes, ensuring materials are handled and disposed of correctly. Also, distribute refuse containers and materials to residents as needed.
Equipment Operation Operate sanitation vehicles and equipment to support collection activities as assigned.
Why Join the Fredericksburg Team?
A Career with Purpose Join an experienced and supportive team that values public service, teamwork, safety, and the opportunity to develop new skills while contributing to the community every day.
Comprehensive Benefits The City offers a competitive benefits package that offers: medical, vision, and dental coverage, paid leave, paid training, and participation in the Virginia Retirement System.
Minimum Qualifications & Special Requirements: Crew Member IEducational background equivalent to a high school diploma.
A valid Commonwealth of Virginia driver's license.
Must possess, or have the ability to obtain VDOT-approved Basic Work Zone Traffic Control certification within one (1) year of hire.
Must complete and maintain OSHA-required training and certifications applicable to the position, including all assigned training within thirty (30) days of employment.
Minimum Qualifications & Special Requirements: Crew Member IIHigh school diploma or equivalent; One (1) year of experience and/or training involving manual labor or successful progression from Crew Member I; or equivalent education, and/or experience.
Must meet and maintain all minimum qualifications, licenses, certifications, and training requirements established for the preceding position within the Crew Member career ladder.
Must possess a VDOT-approved Basic Work Zone Traffic Control certification.
Must complete and maintain OSHA-required training and certifications applicable to the position, including all assigned training within thirty (30) days in position.
A valid Commonwealth of Virginia driver's license and Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B.Work Environment
This essential position involves working around heavy equipment and traffic in outdoor conditions that may include heat, cold, rain, and dirt. Employees are expected to follow established safety procedures and may assist with emergency response activities as needed.

BE PART OF SOMETHING ESSENTIAL This is more than a job. It is an opportunity to build a stable, rewarding career while serving the residents and businesses of Fredericksburg. Join a knowledgeable, dedicated team that values accuracy, fairness, collaboration, public service, and committed to the City's Core Values.

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