Solid Waste Technician I - Public Works (Camp Verde Tire Yard)

Yavapai County Government • Camp Verde, AZ

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About The Position

Under general supervision, performs work of average difficulty in operating transfer station equipment and operating, maintaining, and repairing county transfer station facilities. This is a part-time position of approximately 25.5 to 27 hours per week. The role is based at the Camp Verde Tire Yard and is classified as safety-sensitive and non-exempt.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least one year of relevant experience.
• Valid Arizona driver’s license.
• Knowledge of solid waste equipment operation and servicing, solid waste removal and disposal, basic math and daily transaction reconciliation, business English, clerical office practices, research techniques and report writing, current Microsoft Office software, and filing and recordkeeping.
• Customer service skills; effective verbal and written communication, including in-person and telephone communication; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; organization and attention to detail.
• Ability to operate equipment safely and efficiently with zero accidents; perform manual labor in any weather; handle cash and give change accurately; maintain accurate daily logs; keep management informed of key operating issues; remain current in job-related knowledge; handle confidential matters discreetly; and act with courtesy, tact, and diplomacy.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods; read printed materials and a computer screen; communicate effectively in person and by telephone; perform frequent repetitive movements of the arms, fingers, and wrists; bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, and walk over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces; and lift and carry up to 100 pounds with assistance.

Responsibilities

• Measure and determine tire loads and charge accordingly.
• Collect and dispose of solid waste and dead animals from county rights-of-way.
• Assist with removing and disposing of dead trees from county rights-of-way and other property.
• Assist in abating hazardous waste sites.
• Handle cash, give change, and maintain daily written logs.
• Operate motor vehicles and equipment that do not require a CDL.
• Assist with community cleanup operations.
• Assist with collecting and disposing of waste, tires, and appliances.
• Assist with constructing and maintaining transfer stations.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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