Landfill Operator

Lake County Government•Leadville, CO

20d•$43,000 - $47,000

About The Position

Under the direction and supervision of the Landfill Manager or The Director of Public Works, this position should be able to perform skilled labor and operation of heavy equipment. This position performs duties that are skilled labor for the operation of the landfill tipping face, maintenance of landfill roads and drainage. The Landfill Operator will collect applicable fees, provide information and direction to customers, monitor loads and site activities, and help staff with various tasks.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
Must possess a Colorado Driver's License
Must be 18 years of age
Must pass drug test.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships and customer service protocol with other County employees, representatives of other agencies and organizations, and the public
Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

CDL Class A or B valid driver’s license preferred not required.
Preferred bilingual in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

Operates equipment of various sizes and weights, in loading, hauling, and unloading of various equipment, materials and supplies.
Operation of trucks, snowplows, backhoes, and tractors during the winter months to keep the landfill roadways cleared and open for public use.
Assists with digging of trenches, covering the landfill, compacting trash and with special projects when directed by supervisor.
Performs duties in accordance with safety policies and procedures daily.
Ability to communicate to mechanics about equipment repairs and maintenance.
Performs daily inspections of equipment, keeps equipment clean, and regularly schedules maintenance of heavy equipment.
Daily operation of the landfill and Recycling Center.
Monitor entrance to county landfill operation to ensure conformity with landfill operational requirements.
Checks all loads brought to landfill for possible hazardous materials.
Prevents admission of any potential hazardous substance or prohibited materials.
Assesses necessary fee.
Collects fees and issues receipts as required.
Directs vehicles to correct dumping locations.
Answers inquiries related to landfill operations.
May set-up and maintain files and bookkeeping records for operations as directed.
Does light clerical work including correspondence and reports.
Operates computer equipment and ensures timely updating of data base.
May recommend distribution and sorting of waste materials per policy.
Identifies and recommends materials for recycling; greets the public and assists users with landfill information.
Performs other duties as assigned.
May assist in sorting recyclables and other site tasks.