Job Details
Salary : $37,440.00 - $39,312.00 Annually
Location : Charleston, SC
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202101232
Department: Public Service
Division: Garbage Collection
Opening Date: 01/25/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Summary
$500 BONUS
$250 ON FIRST CHECK AND $250 AFTER 120-DAYS OF EMPLOYMENT
We are looking for a Garbage Collector to join the City of Charleston's Public Service division! In this role, you will be responsible for collecting refuse and placing it in collection trucks.
Examples of Duties
- Places refuse in the collection vehicle by picking up the container manually or using a semi-automatic container lifting system.
- Uses a broom or shovel or other means to safely pick up loose or spilled garbage.
- Places empty cans off street, away from mailboxes after emptying in a neat and tidy manner.
- Spots for driver when the collection vehicle is reversing.
- Assists the driver with other routine vehicle checks and maintenance/
- Responsible for maintaining their assigned safety equipment and using it properly at all times.
- Fills out appropriate paperwork.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications - High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 6 months of similar experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
The City of Charleston offers an extensive benefits package for full-time employees, including: health, dental and vision insurance; employer-paid short and long term disability, life insurance, and employee assistance program; annual and sick leave; 11 paid holidays and 2 personal holidays every year; tuition reimbursement; participation with the SC Retirement System, a defined benefit pension plan; 401k and 457 plan options; and many other benefits. For more information, please visit
Part-time employees are eligible to join the SC Retirement System and may be eligible for certain benefits programs depending on the total number of hours worked.