Solid Waste Operations Specialist; SWOS OR SWOS Sr

Job Title

This position is for a role that may be filled at the SWOS or SWOS SR. level depending on qualifications and experience.

Under general supervision, directs the off-loading of waste from both public and commercial vehicles, visually screening waste for unacceptable materials. Loads waste into truck trailers for shipment. Ensures safety by properly operating facility equipment, provides cashier and customer services at Solid Waste transfer centers, and answers questions from the public about County services. Assist the Hazardous Waste coordinator in processing moderate risk waste.

Assist the Waste Reduction and Recycling Coordinator with other assignments. The following duties are the fundamental, crucial job duties performed by this position. This is not a comprehensive list of all tasks that may be assigned. Incumbent may be required to perform other duties as assigned and appropriate for the position.

• Operates a variety of equipment to weigh, handle and collect fees from refuse customers. Assures equipment is maintained and reports problems immediately. Monitors the Transfer Station and enforces compliance with County standards and safety regulations within scope of authority.
• Assists with basic duties associated with scale house duties, tipping floor, Hazardous Waste and Waste Reduction/Recycling programs. Including monitoring the recycling and yard waste areas and assisting with Hazo-Hut duties. Process refrigerated appliances and prepare for transport to recycling outlet. Taking immediate and appropriate action to control hazardous substances. Keeping work area clean and safe as well as the facility and the completion of equipment maintenance as needed.
• Separates and screens all loads for salvageable materials and hazardous waste; secure trailer loads within legal limits in preparation for transport. Continually screens all refuse and recyclables to identify and remove unacceptable or hazardous waste.
• Greets customers and provides customer service to answer questions and assists customers as needed. Directs customers to the designated areas for the type of material being disposed. Responding with correct information, about proper preparation and disposal of solid wastes, recycling and hazardous wastes to the general public.
• Calculates and collects disposal fees, issue receipts and provide correct change; balances and reconciles cash sales to monies collected each day; prepares bank deposits and revenue reports.
• Assists with the training and cross-training of staff. Be able to complete inmate manipulation training and supervise inmates on work details.

Work is performed in a Solid Waste Transfer station environment; and periodically off-site with exposure to inclement weather, tools and heavy equipment. Position requires strength sufficient to occasionally lift objects that may be over 50 pounds, physically mobile to get around the Hazo Hut, tipping floor, facility grounds and offices; scale ladders, climb onto equipment, tarping and un-tarping loads, move about in tight areas and be on your feet for long periods.

Due to high volumes and high traffic areas, employees must take extra precautions when operating heavy equipment in close proximity of the public.

SWOS:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent; AND two (2) years' paid work experience operating a hydraulic excavator, backhoe, and forklift, including one (1) years' work experience handling cash, making change and preparing deposits; must pass a thorough background investigation. Complete all Lewis County employees' training within six (6) months of employment. Must be able to obtain 24-hour HAZWOPER certification within one year of employment and maintain 8- hour refresher, obtain a forklift certification within one (1) year of employment, Obtain HVAC certification within one (1) year of employment.

First Aid Certification within six months of employment, and Flaggers Certification within six months of employment. A valid WA class B CDL is required. Additional specific technical training and certifications may be required.

SWOS Sr.:
High School…