Solid Waste Assistant

Calcasieu Parish Police Jury • Public Works West, LA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This is the first of two levels in the Solid Waste Series. Under direct supervision, incumbents perform daily operation and maintenance duties of various waste collection systems. This position does not require supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (G.E.D); or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job
• Valid Driver's License as per State law or requirement
• Customer service principles
• Recordkeeping principles
• Applicable tools and equipment
• Maintenance and grounds principles
• Parish geography
• Perform manual labor
• Use applicable tools and equipment
• Perform routine maintenance and repair activities
• Follow written and oral instructions
• Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction
• Read and comprehend maps

Responsibilities

• Routine maintenance including greasing and cleaning of plant equipment
• Daily record keeping
• Controlling incoming yard waste from the public
• Control traffic into and out of facility
• Open and close Collection stations
• Instruct public to use facilities in a safe manner
• Routine ground maintenance
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level

Benefits

• Uniform provided by the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury

What This Job Offers

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