Sr Landfill Operator

This position is responsible for operating road trucks for the receiving, distribution and movement of waste/recycles/leachate to and from all locations that Bi-County services in a safe and sanitary manner.

Department:

Bi-County

Pay Grade: 85, Non-Exempt

Starting hourly rate: $26.41

Minimum Experience:

Five (5) years of heavy equipment operation experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Minimum Education:

High School diploma or equivalent.

Certifications, Licenses:

• Must hold a valid Driver’s License (No CDL needed)
• A pre-employment criminal background check

This position is responsible for operating road trucks for the receiving, distribution and movement of waste/recycles/leachate to and from all locations that Bi-County services in a safe and sanitary manner.

GENERAL POSITION

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following duties are normal for this position. However, they are not to be construed as exclusive or all–inclusive.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. Other duties may also be required or assigned.

• Responsibilities include driving and operating trucks (roll-offs, front loaders, tractor trucks pulling low-boy or tanker trailers).
• Participates in mandated drug screening clearinghouse.
• Hauls leachate, recyclables, and trash.
• Pickup, separate, or prepare recyclables for reuse.
• Inspects refuse for the elimination of hazardous material from entering the landfill.
• Responsible for safety of their vehicle to comply with DOT standards.
• Performs routine preventive maintenance and light repairs on equipment such as changing oil, tires, lubricating, fueling etc.
• Assists in the upkeep and cleaning of equipment, shop area, break room, offices, floors, and restrooms.
• Repairs, cleans and paints collection containers; delivers containers; cleans areas around collection containers.
• Performs daily pre and post-operational vehicle inspections.
• Reports necessary maintenance or repair of equipment to the Superintendent or Team Leader.
• Responds to and assists with clean-up efforts after special events, natural disasters, and storms as directed.
• Performs other general maintenance and clean up duties as needed.
• Inspects equipment daily for safety and maintenance.
• Ensures all work is done according to standard practices, design specifications, and County and local building codes.
• Ensures all activities are carried out in a safe manner; adheres to all County safety regulations; ensures all regulations pertaining to the safe use of equipment are understood and followed.
• Reports all accidents to the appropriate authority. Follows all policies for reporting.
• Able to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITIES

This position has no fiscal responsibilities.

COUNTY ORGANIZATION

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Represents the Department and County to other County staff and members of the public.
• Provides quality customer service to individuals needing directions or assistance.
• Demonstrates the organization’s Core Values and adherence to the Ethics policy.

SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIPS:

Works under direct supervision of the Superintendent. Incumbent has no supervisory responsibilities.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS – KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Basic practices, methods, and equipment used in recycle collection and processing.
• Operation and maintenance of all power-driven equipment required to collect and process recycled material.
• Practices, methods, and materials used in grounds maintenance and general maintenance work.
• Personal Protective Equipment.
• Working knowledge of occupational hazards (OSHA) and…