Senior Compactor Operator

Calvert County Government

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Compactor Operator oversees the operations of two county convenience centers, including rotating weekends and during emergencies. This position involves supervising, training, and supporting Compactor Operators working during these hours, as well as performing maintenance and repairs on compactors and other site equipment. The Senior Compactor Operator reports to the Compactor Operations Supervisor.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Seven years of experience as a compactor operator performing daily operations, providing customer service, and implementing prescribed policies.
Two years of experience applying mechanical operations knowledge.
Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of compactor operations and equipment.
Knowledge of recycling materials.
Ability to perform basic maintenance for compactor sites and equipment.
Ability to provide training and supervision for Compactor Operators.
Ability to deal effectively with the public in a customer service-oriented role.

Responsibilities

Oversees operations of two convenience centers, including responding to last-minute staff schedule changes.
Makes repairs to convenience center sites and equipment.
Performs service on compactors and other site equipment.
Interacts with Solid Waste Division staff, other County departments, and contractors to coordinate service.
Performs initial investigation and completes reports for safety compliance.
Maintains informational signs.
Coordinates traffic flow at congested sites as needed.
Checks customer IDs to confirm they are residents and checks loads to avoid illegal dumping.
Greases compactors and repairs grease fittings.
Checks and changes hydraulic hoses.
Collects trash and recyclable materials from sites as needed.
Cleans self-contained compacters.
Repairs decks.
Maintains inventory of recycling bins.
Performs related work as required.