Transfer Facility Technician

Charlotte, County of•19765 Kenilworth Blvd Port Charlotte 33954, FL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

In this role, you'll help operate and maintain the County's transfer and recycling facilities, ensuring waste is managed safely, efficiently, and in an environmentally responsible manner. You'll assist customers by answering questions, explaining solid waste policies and procedures, and directing them to the appropriate disposal or recycling areas. You'll inspect and identify incoming materials, ensure waste is sorted correctly, and safely handle or separate hazardous materials in accordance with established regulations and safety standards. This position also plays an important role in maintaining a safe and efficient facility. You'll monitor unloading activities, inspect trailers for proper loading, remove potential safety hazards, perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on equipment, and help keep buildings and grounds clean and well maintained. Responsibilities also include removing refrigerants from appliances prior to recycling, completing routine inspections, maintaining activity reports, and supporting the overall operation of the facility. If you enjoy working with people, take pride in maintaining a safe and organized work environment, and want to contribute to environmental sustainability and exceptional public service, this is a rewarding opportunity to make a difference every day.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
One (1) year of experience in customer service.
Valid driver’s license.
Working knowledge of departmental policies, modern office practices, and Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Understanding of the operation, care, and routine maintenance of vehicles and equipment used in construction, maintenance, or solid waste operations.
Familiarity with traffic laws, safety regulations, and occupational hazards associated with operating equipment.
Familiarity with solid waste operations.
Ability to learn and apply applicable federal, state, and County regulations.
Ability to safely operate equipment and motor vehicles.
Ability to identify mechanical issues, perform minor adjustments and repairs, and monitor gauges and equipment performance.
Organized, dependable, and able to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work both independently and as part of a team.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Ability to use sound judgment to solve problems.
Comfortable performing manual labor in varying weather conditions.
Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, customers, contractors, and the public, providing professional guidance and excellent customer service.
Proficient in using computers for data entry, recordkeeping, report preparation, and business correspondence.
Ability to maintain accurate records and build positive working relationships.

Nice To Haves

Work experience in transfer, recycling and solid waste is preferred.
24-hour Hazardous Waste Operations (HAZWOPER) certification within three (3) months of hire.

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain the County's transfer and recycling facilities.
Ensure waste is managed safely, efficiently, and in an environmentally responsible manner.
Assist customers by answering questions, explaining solid waste policies and procedures, and directing them to appropriate disposal or recycling areas.
Inspect and identify incoming materials.
Ensure waste is sorted correctly.
Safely handle or separate hazardous materials in accordance with established regulations and safety standards.
Monitor unloading activities.
Inspect trailers for proper loading.
Remove potential safety hazards.
Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on equipment.
Keep buildings and grounds clean and well maintained.
Remove refrigerants from appliances prior to recycling.
Complete routine inspections.
Maintain activity reports.
Support the overall operation of the facility.