Sanitation Loader

Sanitation Loader Classification: Sanitation Loader Grade: 9 Rates of Pay: $24.90 Place of Work: Public Works Building, 342 W Loudon St Number of Openings: 1 Hours of Work: Generally 4:00 AM 12:00 PM, Monday-Friday (Hours subject to change) Essential Functions of Job Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of this position, with or without an accommodation. Perform duties necessary to remove garbage and general refuse from residential or commercial areas, and load into automatic trucks for removal. Work on an assigned route, rotated weekly; proceed onto residential or commercial properties or at curb-side, obtain containers, carry containers to truck and upset containers into truck to remove disposal materials, return containers to customers' property. May be required to work ahead of truck and obtain refuse from customers' property and set together in one specific location close to curb or alley of route traveled by truck. Garbage and refuse materials may consist of cans, paper, rubbish, food and other materials placed for disposition. Work involves carrying and handling materials, loading and unloading containers, assisting other loaders, working in all types of weather and surface conditions. May perform duties at commercial locations where large containers are automatically lifted and unloaded by trucks. May assist in maintenance and placement of commercial containers. Perform duties necessary to remove recyclable items from curbside containers in residential and commercial areas and load onto recycling truck or trailer for delivery to the recycling distribution point. Work on an assigned route, obtain recycling containers from curbside, carry containers to truck or trailer, upset containers in correct recycling bin of truck or trailer, and then return containers to proper curbside area of property. Separation of recyclables must be checked before placing in bins of truck or trailer, also some hand separation of materials (such as colored glass) will be required. Work involves carrying and handling recyclable materials, loading and unloading recyclable materials, working in all types of weather and surface conditions. When not working with recyclables, must assist regular sanitation crew. Perform other related duties as assigned or directed. Detect and report any unusual conditions to proper supervision. Follow prescribed safety regulations. Must be available to work in all Public Works Departments upon request. Must have and maintain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's license, 3 years clean driving history, and be insurable in the independent opinion of the Borough's motor vehicle insurance underwriter, in order to be eligible for this position and obtain a Commercial Motor Vehicle Operator's License, Class B with Air Brakes, prior to the end of the probationary period. This position is designated as a safety-sensitive position. Minimum Requirements Must be in good physical condition due to extensive walking and lifting of heavy containers; Must have and maintain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's license, 3 year clean driving history, and be insurable in the independent opinion of the Borough's motor vehicle insurance underwriter, in order to be eligible for this position and obtain a Commercial Motor Vehicle Operator's License, Class B with Air Brakes, prior to the end of the probationary period; Must reside within the 45-driving mile residency radius, as primary residence, for duration of employment; Must be able to read, write, and follow instructions or directions. Affirmative Action/EEO Statement It is the policy of the Borough of Chambersburg to provide fair and equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment. Applicants are recruited, selected and hired on the basis of individual merit and ability and without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual preference, age, handicap, disability, veteran status or national origin. Method of Selection AFSCME Bargaining Unit employees working in the Department will be considered first; If the position is not filled by an AFSCME Bargaining Unit employee of the Department, AFSCME Bargaining Unit employees of other Departments will be considered; If the position is not filled by an AFSCME Bargaining Unit employee, other Borough employees will be considered; If a Borough employee does not fill the position, outside persons (including extra part time Borough employees) will be considered in accordance with the Borough's Equal Employment Opportunity Policy. Preference will be given for Borough residents and nonusers of tobacco products. The AFSCME CBA provides that employees with verbal or written reprimands in the employee's file are eligible to bid on job vacancies; however, an employee with a disciplinary suspension in their personnel file is not eligible This description is the present overview of the job, is subject to change by the employer and is to be used as a temporary management guide to performance.

Created: 2026-03-12