Solid Waste Operations Specialist I
About The Position
Beltrami County is hiring a temporary Solid Waste Operations Specialist I. This is a full-time, benefited position governed by the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the County and the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local #49, with the assignment scheduled to continue through July 31, 2027. Responsibilities include assisting the public by directing traffic to the appropriate sites for disposal of waste, inspecting loads for regulatory compliance, operating forklift, skid steer, telehandler, sorting waste, facility and equipment maintenance, and related work. Ensures all Beltrami County owned and operated Solid Waste Facilities are operating per the MPCA Permit. Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of assigned Solid Waste facility, vehicles, and equipment. Coordinates all activities with the public daily at assigned facility to assist in the proper disposal of Solid Waste within Beltrami County. Maintains all facilities, vehicles, grounds, and equipment.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED.
- One year of solid waste, equipment operation, materials handling, or related work experience.
- Valid MN driver’s license.
- OSHA HAZMAT certification or ability to obtain one within six months of hire.
- Forklift, scissor lift, HHW, and EPA HVAC certification or ability to obtain within six months of hire.
Responsibilities
- Facility operations at the Transfer Stations, Demolition Landfill, and Remote Transfer Site.
- Identifies Household Hazardous Waste, sorts, stores/packages, documents, and prepares for disposal.
- Process, package, transport special waste for shipment, evacuation of refrigerant in appliance (Lic Required), batteries, lightbulbs, ballasts, electronics, boat wrap, shredded paper.
- Operates all facilities per MPCA Permit, Industrial Solid Waste Management Plan, and the Facility Operation and Maintenance Plan, public works safety manual, and as directed by supervisor
- Inspects loads for regulatory compliance and keeps accurate records.
- Works directly with the public by directing traffic to appropriate sites for disposal of waste; assists with unloading waste.
- Empties transfer station dumpsters.
- Track all waste entering and leaving a facility with computer software, charge for all billable waste, maintain cash register, end of the day report/reconciliation/deposit.
- Collect payment (Cash/CC); answers telephone/intercom calls from the public.
- Communicate (phone, in-person, intercom, 2-way radio), inspect (regulatory compliance), direct, and instruct waste haulers and customers to the appropriate recycling/disposal container/area.
- Deal with difficult customers.
- Maintains buildings and grounds of facilities including snow removal, building upkeep, general cleaning, mowing, weed whipping, etc.
- Maintains and operates heavy equipment (forklift, skid steer, telehandler, baler, wheeled loader, waste compactors, scissor lift, and floor scrubber).
- Keeps detailed service, maintenance, and inspection logs on all equipment.
- Performs periodic safety inspections; wears proper PPE for the job.
- Works safely using heavy equipment around public traffic.
- Identifies safety issues and notifies supervisor as issues arise; follows all department safety guidelines.
- Enforces county, state and federal rules and regulations pertaining to solid waste, recycling, landfilling, and household hazardous waste.
Benefits
- Full-time, benefited position
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
