Solid Waste Tech I

City of Valdez•Valdez, AK

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Valdez is hiring a Solid Waste Tech I at the Baler Facility. This position, under general supervision, drives a truck to collect, transport and dispose of refuse and trash, operates within the baler facility and at landfill as needed. This position required a pre-employment UA/BA and is part of the City of Valdez DOT random testing program. This is a fully-benefited, full-time hourly position working 37.5 hours per week with a potential non-standard schedule.

Requirements

High School Diploma, or GED equivalent
Must possess and maintain a valid Alaska CDL-B or higher driver's license or ability to obtain within first 6 months of hire.
Will be required to submit to driving history review, must have clean record for minimum past 5 years.
TWIC HAZWOPER

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Department and City policies and procedures.
Knowledge of Traffic laws, ordinances and regulations involved in heavy equipment operation.
Knowledge of State & Federal regulations on handling and disposal of solid waste and hazardous waste.
Skill in the safe operation of heavy equipment and vehicles.
Skill in following work instructions.
Skill in safe operations of refuse handling equipment.

Responsibilities

Operates heavy equipment and other machinery in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures.
Loads and unloads truck; lifts and carries refuse and trash from homes to collection trucks; collects and empties dumpsters from commercial and public sites.
Operates loader and baler equipment as required; hauls trash bales to landfill.
Performs proper disposal of hazardous waste and recyclable materials.
Maintains truck log, truck inspection forms, maintenance record and daily trip reports.
Assists with inspection, cleaning, maintenance and repair of vehicles.
Complies with all safety rules and regulations.
Performs other related duties as assigned.