Community Sanitation Officer I

An Environmental Sanitation firm located in Lagos State, is recruiting suitably qualified candidates for the position below:


Job Title: Community Sanitation Officer I
Location: Lagos
Summary 

• The Community Sanitation Officer I is a local resident of the community who will be responsible for all the companies activities related to maintaining the cleanliness of that specific community.

Responsibilities 

• Works on the back of a truck and clears refuse on assigned route.
• Manually lifts containers and empties contents into refuse truck.
• Acts as a ground guide and assists in the sale operation & collection of refuse and yard waste materials.
• Operates compactor mechanism on truck by manually pushing lever to start the automatic packing of refuse and/or yard waste.
• Observes pick up area to determine whether area is free of refuse and replaces lid on empty cans.
• Cleans refuse from street where spilling has occurred.
• Operates pickup truck to pick up litter and illegal dump sites as well as delivery of polycarts.
• Washes, sprays, and deodorizes public street trash containers and polycarts.
• Interfaces with citizens in person or over the telephone regarding minor complaints or questions.
• Refers citizens to main office regarding bills, inadequate service, or related problems.
• Works in a safe manner,
• Follows safety rules and safe work practices.
• Uses safety equipment as required.
• Conducts minor maintenance on refuse vehicles.
• Cleans illegal dump sites.
• Picks up trash on road sides and drains.
• Performs janitorial and maintenance duties,
• Performs related duties as required.

Requirements 

• Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSCE) First School Leaving Certificate.

Skills: 

• Interpersonal skills necessary to be courteous of fellow employees, citizens, and businesses while performing duties.

Mental & Physical: 

• Ability to understand, follow and/or provide verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to lift and carry moderately heavy and heavy containers and debris frequently.
• Work requires continued walking, stooping, standing, and some climbing.
• Ability to maintain regular, predictable and punctual attendance.

Application can also be dropped in Local Government Offices across Lagos State