Landfill Worker

CITY OF CHEYENNE•Cheyenne, WY

2d•$18 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

The Landfill Worker performs a variety of labor services in support of daily landfill operations, including litter control, facility maintenance, equipment cleaning, traffic control, and general site upkeep. The role helps maintain safe, clean, and efficient landfill operations. The position is classified as non-exempt and is based at the Solid Waste Management location in Cheyenne, Wyoming. The employee performs assigned work according to City of Cheyenne safety policies, procedures, and safe work practices. Duties include maintaining surrounding areas, cleaning equipment and facilities, installing and repairing signs and fencing, and helping maintain stormwater pollution prevention and erosion control systems. The worker may also assist heavy equipment operators and the Scale House Attendant, direct traffic, maintain landscaped areas, and clear snow and ice. The position requires physical labor in a landfill or construction-site environment, including work in unfavorable and severe weather and around heavy equipment. Employees may be exposed to dust, smoke, fumes, gases, noise, infectious materials, odors, waste, and potentially toxic materials. Required protective equipment includes a hard hat, safety vest, steel-toe 6-inch lace-up boots, safety glasses, and gloves when required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Basic knowledge and understanding of landfill operations and maintenance activities.
Ability to recognize hazardous waste and potentially hazardous materials.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and ability to follow standard safety practices and procedures.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, contractors, and the public.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions with limited supervision.
Ability to perform varied manual tasks for extended periods and in unfavorable weather conditions.
Ability to perform heavy manual labor, including lifting, carrying, bending, kneeling, climbing, and prolonged standing or walking.
Ability to safely climb in and out of equipment cabs.
Ability to lift 50 pounds using proper technique.
Ability to maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception for observation, communication, reading, and writing.
Ability to make sound decisions.
Wear designated personal protective equipment when required, including a hard hat, safety vest, steel-toe 6-inch lace-up boots, safety glasses, and gloves.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a construction site environment.
Entry-level clerical and computer skills.

Responsibilities

Keep landfill surrounding areas free of litter and debris.
Clean landfill equipment, including pressure washing undercarriages and removing debris from tracks, rollers, and other components.
Install, repair, and maintain traffic signs, litter fences, silt fences, barbed wire fencing, and netting systems.
Assist with installation, maintenance, and repair of stormwater pollution prevention and erosion control systems as directed by a supervisor or manager.
Clean and organize landfill facilities, including administrative offices, break rooms, restrooms, equipment buildings, and staging areas.
Perform assigned duties in accordance with City of Cheyenne safety policies, procedures, and safe work practices.
Complete and maintain Daily Equipment Inspection forms for assigned equipment used during daily operations.
Work established rotating schedules during holiday periods.
Assist heavy equipment operators with operational activities as needed.
Mow, trim, and maintain grass and landscaped areas around landfill facilities.
Direct vehicle traffic as needed to ensure the safety of customers, contractors, and work crews.
Remove snow and ice from sidewalks, scale house ramps, entrances, and operational areas.
Assist the Scale House Attendant with customer processing, load inspections, and traffic flow activities.
Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Landfill Supervisor or Landfill Manager.