General Laborer/ Inmate Supervisor I
About The Position
Under general supervision of the Solid Waste Director, performs limited supervisory and manual labor work for the Solid Waste Department. This position requires supervising and assisting an inmate work squad in obtaining and disposing of refuse and debris from County Facilities and Collection Sites and mowing, weed eating and landscape maintenance. Must be able to safely operate a County van with trailer attached. Employee is also responsible for performing other unskilled labor tasks as requested by Supervisor which may include carpentry, painting, electrical, plumbing, pressure cleaning, etc. Will assist in preparation and aftermath of major emergencies such as hurricanes or other natural disasters. Will perform on-call duties for Animal Control.
Requirements
- Must possess high school diploma or GED.
- Have a valid Florida Driver’s License.
- Combination of experience, training, and education which provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
- Must pass pre-employment drug screen, physical, and DOC background check.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
- Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
- Ability to follow directions and complete work assignments with little or no supervision.
- Ability to lead and control up to 14 inmates and ensure work is being completed as assigned.
- Ability to successfully complete one initial 40-hour training class to supervise inmates and renew that certification annually.
- Ability to work with the general public in a courteous manner.
- Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
- Ability to speak and/ or signal people to convey or exchange information.
- Ability to receive instructions, assignments, or directions from supervisors and follow through the instructions to completion.
- Ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions.
- Must be adaptable to performing under stress, and when confronted with persons acting under stress, the general public, residents, and inmates.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of the Union County Road system/Districts and Collection Sites is preferred.
- Class B CDL preferred.
Responsibilities
- Cleaning and routine preventive maintenance of all lawn mowers, weed eaters and any other equipment used for this position.
- Ensuring all safety guidelines are followed and that the inmates are using their safety glasses, vest, and gloves at all times.
- Successfully complete training to supervise inmates as directed by DOC.
- Maintain contact with DOC and do the required 30-minute call-ins.
- Report any accident or injury to any inmates immediately.
- Attend safety meetings as required.
- Attend and complete provided training for Animal Control and perform on-call Animal Control Services, including feeding and watering animals at the County shelter.
- Perform other related work as required.
- Supervising and assisting an inmate work squad in obtaining and disposing of refuse and debris from County Facilities and Collection Sites.
- Mowing, weed eating and landscape maintenance.
- Safely operate a County van with trailer attached.
- Performing other unskilled labor tasks as requested by Supervisor which may include carpentry, painting, electrical, plumbing, pressure cleaning, etc.
- Assist in preparation and aftermath of major emergencies such as hurricanes or other natural disasters.
- Perform on-call duties for Animal Control.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
