Solid Waste Technician II

County of Mecklenburg, NC•Charlotte, NC

1d•$20 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

This position will be reporting to the Foxhole Landfill and Recycling Center. The selected incumbent for this role will be required to work MOST Saturdays. Duties will involve general outdoor labor and assisting customers with recycling inquiries along with overall site cleanliness. Position Summary Monitors incoming materials at solid waste centers for the safe acceptance and disposal of the incoming items at assigned solid waste centers or landfill. This position, under direct supervision, is responsible for performing manual labor and ensuring safety procedures are followed at solid waste centers or landfill to process waste related materials, including accepting and processing household hazardous wastes. Position will operate light equipment such as skid-steer loaders, backhoes and riding mowers. Position is direct facing for customer service.

Requirements

Minimum of two years of experience.
High School Diploma or equivalent
Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted
May require a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License
May require county Driving Privileges
May require Powered Truck Certification (Forklift)
Knowledge of Light equipment used in maintenance, grounds keeping, solid waste and construction.
Knowledge of Occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions applicable to safe operation of equipment, tools and industrial/construction settings.
Knowledge of Basic tools used in maintenance and construction work
Knowledge of Communication methods with customers
Knowledge of Safe work practices
Operating power tools such as, blowers, sweepers, mowers, saws and other devices.
Operating light motorized equipment, such as skid-steer loaders, riding mowers and industrial trucks (forklifts)
Performing manual labor, sometimes in adverse weather conditions
Adaptability: Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures
Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the information provided
Contributing to Team Success: Actively participating as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals
Energy: Consistently maintaining high levels of activity or productivity; operating with vigor, effectiveness, and determination over extended periods of time
Managing Work: Effectively managing one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently
Safety Awareness: Identifying and correcting conditions that affect employee safety; upholding safety standards
Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills: Having achieved a satisfactory level of technical and professional skill or knowledge in position-related areas; keeping up with current developments and trends in area of expertise
Basic understanding of applicable computer programs.
Familiarity using two way radios, smart phones and electronic equipment

Nice To Haves

Bilingual skills preferred
Skills working with powered machinery & tools
High aptitude of mechanical skills
Ability to obtain a CDL
Ability to obtain solid waste operations certificate for landfill or compost operations
Customer service skills

Responsibilities

Direct traffic flow of vehicles entering solid waste acceptance centers to the proper area to unload
Assure that refuse remains in the area is not hauled away as salvage
Perform vehicle load inspections and monitors incoming loads for unacceptable materials
Keep work area clean and free of debris to prevent damage to incoming vehicles
Assist with evaluating solid waste at solid waste centers or landfill for acceptability or correct location
Assist with cleaning and maintenance of trucks and tools
May load and unload heavy material from trucks and vans using forklifts or manual methods when applicable
Move and aid in moving furniture or equipment and large and bulky objects
Perform general grounds keeping such as picking up trash and debris
Monitor the safety of at job site with consideration of customers and co-workers
May operate non-CDL required vehicles as needed

Benefits

Internal equity considerations include an assessment of the applicant’s salary history and qualifications in comparison to the market rate and requirements for the job.

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