Solid Waste Collection Technician II

Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation•Toppenish, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs a variety of work related to solid waste management. Conducts field assessments and investigations and prepares incident reports accordingly. Performs physical labor in the special collection of bags of garbage, bulky items, construction debris, furniture, appliances, and brush piles illegally disposed within the exterior boundaries of the Yakama Nation Reservation as well areas of interest. Utilize a variety of equipment in the clean-up of illegal dump sites and daily operations of solid waste management. Inspects assigned vehicles for mechanical or safety problems. Prepares and maintains a variety of written reports, including daily logs, monthly activity reports, and special project reports.

Requirements

Knowledge of or ability to learn the YN Solid Waste Code, Title 70.
Knowledge of operations, services, rules, regulations, and activities of solid waste collection program.
Knowledge of and skill in operating various types of refuse/recycling vehicles, loaders, standard equipment, and auxiliary mechanical equipment carried on heavy vehicles.
Knowledge of methods and techniques to perform preventive maintenance and repairs on assigned equipment.
Knowledge of traffic laws, ordinances, and regulations applicable to operating heavy equipment and trucks on public roadways.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and standard safety practices related to operating refuse collection vehicles and equipment.
Knowledge of household and hazardous waste management practices, rules, and regulations.
Ability to operate a variety of heavy equipment such as front-end loaders, backhoes, excavators, and dump trucks.
Ability to apply applicable laws, codes, and regulations.
Ability to use a computer and basic software.
Ability to read, write, add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
Ability to write and maintain accurate and detailed records of illegal dump sites, assessments, clean ups, incidents, and inspections on issues relative to solid waste.
Ability to read and interpret maps, plat books, drawings, and other graphics to effectively identify or communicate illegal dump sites.
Ability to use GPS equipment for locating and tracking illegal dumps and other solid waste sites.
Ability to perform heavy manual tasks using proper lifting techniques.
Ability to work independently in the absence of supervision.
Ability to respond to issues and concerns received from the community.
Ability to exercise good customer service on a regular basis.
Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Two years of solid waste program experience; or any equivalent combination of experience and education which provides the applicant with the desired skills, knowledge, and ability required to perform the work.
High School Diploma or GED.
Required to pass a pre-employment background check.
Required to pass a pre-employment drug test.
Must possess a valid Washington State Driver's License with the ability to obtain a Yakama Nation Driving Permit.

Nice To Haves

Two years of additional related experience in any of the following: environmental or natural science, education, safety, or health is preferred.
Hazardous waste certification or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire.
Asbestos certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
Enrolled Yakama Preference

Responsibilities

Develops detailed site maps that contain text and graphics to catalog illegal dump sites.
Performs waste screening and assessments at illegal dumpsites.
Develops clean up and closure options for illegal dump sites.
Collects garbage and other illegal disposed items at identified dumpsites.
Loads and secures illegally dumped debris for transfer and disposal at local disposal facilities.
Monitors sites to dissuade repeat illegal dumping.
Receives complaints from the public relative to solid waste management and handles them in a timely manner.
Participates in special solid waste events.
Cleans, maintains, and inspects assigned vehicles daily.
Performs servicing activities on assigned vehicles and equipment, including but not limited to checking and refilling gasoline, oil, water, and brake systems.
Maintain daily activity reports.
Prepares and submits monthly activity reports on solid waste collection, assessments, incidents, and other solid waste related issues.
Prepares and maintains a variety of written records and reports.