Foreman (Transfer Station Foreman)

Bernalillo County•Albuquerque, NM

13d•$36 - $37

About The Position

Employees at Bernalillo County enjoy the ability to team up with each other to build a high quality of life for our county residents, communities, and businesses. In addition to being an organization with a strong focus on work-life balance, building a culture of flexibility, learning, and belonging the County offers many benefits. Employees of Bernalillo County enjoy many thoughtful rewards such as, but not limited to generous leave accruals; career development opportunities; remote & flex-work options as appropriate; longevity pay; education assistance program; health benefits; lucrative retirement; and so much more. Under general direction, oversee the safe and efficient operations of the County solid waste transfer-station in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, rules and regulations.

Requirements

Associates Degree, plus six (6) years of transfer station operation, sanitation or construction experience with at least one (1) of those years in a supervisory capacity, OR a combination of post-secondary education and/or experience totaling eight (8) years of transfer station operation, sanitation or construction experience with at least one (1) of those years in a supervisory capacity.
Knowledge of safe and efficient operating maintenance techniques for walking floors, compactors, hydraulics and the heavy equipment.
Knowledge of basic record keeping.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to plan, schedule, train and direct the work activities of others.
Ability to issue receipts, make change, and account for cash received.
Ability to maintain pleasant working relationships with superiors, subordinates and the public.
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written English.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety laws pertaining to the solid waste industry.
Ability to establish judgment and discretion in interpreting department policy and also in staff supervision matters.
Ability to establish objectives, recommend procedures, and/or methods for cost effective programs.
Knowledge of hand and power tools.
Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of all trucks and heavy equipment used by crews.
Ability to supervise others and to clearly articulate instructions to subordinates.
Employee must successfully complete the post-offer employment medical examination.
Employee must comply with the safety guidelines of the County.
Employee must possess a valid New Mexico Commercial Driver’s License, Class B, by employment date and retain a valid New Mexico Commercial Driver’s License, Class B while employed in this position.
Certification as required by the State of New Mexico for operation of a transfer station within nine (9) months.

Responsibilities

Provide first point of contact to all inquiries and site inspections at Transfer Station location which includes, promoting and maintaining a safe and effective work site, troubleshooting and resolution of public use requests, complaints, and operational matters.
Oversee, schedule, and provide technical guidance to transfer station personnel in accordance with policies, procedures, local and state laws and regulations which includes but is not limited to: Occupational Safety and Health Administration, (OSHA); Department of Transportation, (DOT); NM State Environment Department; and risk management.
Supervise and train employees on equipment use, maintenance, safety and customer service.
Responsible for performance evaluations, timekeeping, issuing disciplinary actions, handling employee complaints and grievance, recommending the hiring, termination and promotion of staff.
Oversee and complete the timely and accurate reporting of transactions and records required for public use, cash receipts, landfill use, and recycling amounts.
Ensure cash and checks collected at the transfer station are properly balanced and deposited at the appropriate banking facility.
Monitor, track and report expenditures and project costs.
Responsible for site procurement transactions in accordance with pertinent policies and procedures.
Provide timely and accurate reports on a monthly and quarterly or ad-hoc basis.
Research, review and/or develop as requested bid specifications for facility improvements and heavy equipment purchases and repairs.
Provide input and assist in the development of site budget(s), policies and procedures.
May perform Transfer Station Operator and Transfer Station Attendant duties when necessary.