Temp Maintenance Worker - Recycling Solid Waste

This is a non-exempt, part-time position limited to 1300 hours annually. Under the supervision of the Public Works Director and the immediate supervisor, the employee assists in the successful operation of Pueblo Recycle Works. In addition, the employee may perform unskilled and semi-skilled work; collect and dispose of refuse in assigned areas. Duties also include using equipment in either a specific or a variety of maintenance, construction and/or utility tasks.

This job description is an overview and is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the functions and tasks required of the position.

• Assists with Pueblo Recycle Works site operations which includes yard clean-up, equipment maintenance, and assisting vendors
• Provides customer service by answering questions, educating customers on materials accepted by Pueblo Recycle Works, assisting persons with disabilities with unloading vehicle of accepted items, monitoring recycling containers, and performing other customer service duties
• Safely operates a variety of hand and power tools such as push mowers, weed eaters, chain saws, rakes, shovels, and loppers
• Cleans, maintains, and services equipment and tools
• Performs duties and special projects as assigned

The individual must meet and maintain the job-essential physical requirements of the position, which include, but are not limited to, lifting, and carrying moderate to heavy weight, kneeling, crawling, walking, driving motor vehicles and working in an office setting.

This position involves outdoor work with exposure to all weather conditions, noise, fumes, and dust. The work may also be performed around water, electrical currents, traffic, and other potentially hazardous conditions. This position requires heavy lifting of up to 96 pounds.

The position requires the skill and ability to:

• Use a personal computer and related devices
• Use software equivalent to Microsoft Word and Excel
• Accurately collect and keep detailed records
• Work independently, in the absence of direct supervision
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Effective customer service skills
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted during work
• Familiarity with Pueblo City streets, locations, and landmarks and a demonstrated ability to distinguish cardinal directions

In addition to the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed above, the position requires:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• A high school diploma or GED

The selected candidate(s) will be required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check to include an MVR check.

Currently, this position will be as-needed, on-call basis.