Solid Waste Assistant Manager
About The Position
Buncombe County Solid Waste is hiring one Solid Waste Assistant Manager. The position provides managerial and operational leadership, technical management, and strategic oversight for countywide solid waste facilities and environmental compliance programs, and serves as assistant to the Solid Waste Manager. The role assists with operating heavy equipment and supervising and directing daily operations of the municipal solid waste landfill, construction and demolition landfill, and treatment and processing operations in compliance with local, federal, and state rules and regulations. The position reports to the Solid Waste Manager, who has a team of nine employees. The typical work location is the Buncombe County Landfill, and the position is in person. The typical schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; overtime may be allowed depending on departmental operational needs. The minimum qualifications are a high school diploma or GED and four years of experience in landfill operations, solid waste engineering development, construction and/or maintenance activities, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A Landfill Operator certification and SWANA operator certification are required. 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER training and certification and Certified Landfill Operator certification through NCSWANA are required at hire or within 12 months. The work is primarily very heavy, involving exertion of more than 100 pounds of force occasionally, more than 50 pounds frequently, and/or more than 30 pounds constantly to move objects. The work requires balancing, climbing, crouching, fingering, grasping, handling, hearing, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, talking, visual acuity, and walking. The work environment includes heavy equipment and machinery that could result in bodily harm to the employee or others.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED, plus four years of experience in landfill operations, solid waste engineering development, construction and/or maintenance activities, or another related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Landfill Operator certification and Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) operator certification.
- 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER training and certification at hire or within 12 months.
- Certified Landfill Operator through NCSWANA at hire or within 12 months.
- Knowledge of municipal solid waste collection and disposal principles and practices.
- Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations related to landfill operations.
- Knowledge of supervision, organization, and administration principles.
- Knowledge of occupational hazards and proper safety precautions involved in operating motorized equipment.
- Ability to maintain working knowledge of technologies developed by the industry and government regulators.
- Ability to evaluate workloads, organize assignments, exercise independent judgment, and make decisions.
- Ability to interpret and implement codes, regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Ability to apply engineering standards.
- Ability to plan, direct, and coordinate the work of landfill employees.
- Ability to maintain work records and prepare written reports of activities.
- Ability to meet the stated physical demands and work around heavy equipment and machinery.
Responsibilities
- Assist in directing and scheduling landfill operations and personnel.
- Assist with scheduling workloads and equipment, land clearing, construction and improvement projects, and safety training.
- Coordinate maintenance needs with the Fleet Manager.
- Operate GPS surveying equipment to maintain grade control of landfills and the borrow area.
- Consult with the Manager on recruitment, selection, and training of landfill personnel.
- Operate heavy equipment used in the operation and maintenance of the Buncombe County landfill.
- Assist with grade control equipment and ensure equipment, containers, tools, and supplies are inventoried, maintained, and operated properly.
- Assist with developing, implementing, and enforcing safety programs and procedures to protect employees, contractors, the public, and the environment.
- Assist with post-closure system management and gas collection system improvements.
- Consult with the Solid Waste Director in the Landfill Manager's absence, as needed.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
