Assistant Landfill Foreman

Santa Rosa County•Milton, FL

About The Position

Assists the Landfill Foreman with coordinating and supervising daily landfill operations, including staff oversight, equipment use, waste placement, and site maintenance. The role supports safe, efficient, and compliant operations and includes staffing coordination, employee guidance, incident documentation, customer service, and public interaction. It also uses computer systems and tablets for reporting and recordkeeping, surveying equipment for establishing grades and field stakes, and landfill equipment for operational work. The position is mandatory drug testing and may support County disaster preparation or recovery, including work before, during, or after an emergency. The employee must be on-call and work shifts that may include weekends and holidays.

Requirements

Four-year high school diploma or educational equivalent, supplemented by five years of landfill experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Experience operating equipment.
Experience establishing grades and/or vegetation for erosion control.
Experience in a supervisory or lead capacity.
Valid driver license at hire and maintained while employed.
Ability to operate heavy equipment, surveying equipment, and computer equipment.
Knowledge of landfill construction techniques, including Class I landfill operations, scale house reporting and management, and waste classification for Class I, Class III, and special waste.
Knowledge of applicable regulatory and environmental compliance requirements related to landfill operations and safety regulations for assigned equipment.
Ability to organize and prioritize work; communicate clearly orally and in writing; use basic office software and landfill management systems; maintain records and reports; follow oral and written instructions; and establish effective working relationships.
Ability to lead, train, and motivate employees in a demanding outdoor environment and promote safe, efficient work practices.
Physical capacity for medium work, including exerting up to 50 pounds occasionally, up to 30 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly; prolonged standing; walking on rough or uneven surfaces; recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activity; and lifting items up to 50 pounds.
Ability to grasp and perform repetitive wrist, hand, or finger movements; operate a motor vehicle; and meet visual requirements for operating motor vehicles and heavy equipment.
Ability to communicate spoken information and receive detailed oral information, including perceiving sounds at normal speaking levels.
Ability to work in outdoor conditions involving high risks and exposure to hazards or disagreeable conditions, including weather, noise, extreme temperatures, odors, dust, oils, chemicals, vibration, moving machinery and vehicles, electrical current, scaffolding or heights, and high heat.

Nice To Haves

Class B commercial driver license.
Landfill Operator Certification, if obtained within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

Assist with the daily supervision and coordination of landfill operations, including staff, equipment utilization, waste placement, and site maintenance.
Assist with staffing needs, scheduling, employee performance oversight, incident documentation, and related personnel actions.
Support compliance with environmental, safety, and regulatory standards.
Use computer systems, tablets, and related technology to prepare reports, maintain records, communicate, and support solid waste operations and employee management.
Use surveying equipment to establish grades and field stakes for landfill construction.
Operate landfill equipment and coordinate timely equipment maintenance.
Monitor working-face operations to ensure proper waste compaction, cover, and drainage.
Assist with stormwater system inspection and maintenance to meet regulatory and permit requirements.
Inspect work areas and equipment and identify and correct unsafe conditions.
Provide employees with training or guidance on operational procedures and safety practices.
Resolve customer complaints and interact courteously and effectively with the public.
Represent the County professionally and demonstrate commitment to its mission, vision, values, and goals.
Participate in disaster preparation or recovery as designated, including required work before, during, or after an emergency.
Meet minimum attendance standards, remain on-call, and work shifts that include weekends and holidays as required.
Perform related duties as required.