G115 - Landfill Operator - Pine Grove Landfill

Columbus Consolidated Government • Columbus, GA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for operating a landfill in compliance with state and federal regulations. It involves establishing and maintaining vegetation, installing and maintaining erosion and sedimentation control structures, and operating heavy equipment such as a dump truck, hydroseeder, and bulldozer. The role also includes inspecting loads, assisting customers, managing inventory, preparing duty assignments for inmates, transporting inmates, enforcing environmental regulations, and completing required reports. A key aspect of this role is the supervision of state inmate labor.

Requirements

• Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques utilized in the performance of waste disposal activities.
• Knowledge of erosion and sedimentation best management practices.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of report preparation, filing, and records management.
• Skill in problem solving and decision making.
• Skill in management and supervision of inmate laborers.
• Skill in operating standard office equipment including work related computer applications.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Ability to read, write, and perform mathematical calculations.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment.
• Must possess a Commercial Driver's license or have the ability to obtain Commercial Driver's license (with applicable endorsements) within the first six weeks of employment.
• Must pass the Department of Corrections three-day certification within the time frame required by this department, which is normally six months but may be altered.

Responsibilities

• Operate a landfill in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Establish and maintain vegetation on slopes and disturbed areas.
• Install and maintain erosion and sedimentation control structures.
• Drive dump truck and operate hydroseeder.
• Inspect loads and direct to proper disposal area.
• Assist customers with questions and concerns.
• Maintain radio contact with landfill personnel.
• Make daily bank deposits.
• Maintain division inventory of parts and supplies.
• Prepare daily interior and exterior duty assignments for inmates.
• Transport inmates to and from work sites and Muscogee County Prison.
• Enforce environmental regulations.
• Complete regular inspections of facilities and submit all required reports.
• Operate bulldozer.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Supervise state inmate labor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED