Utility Worker I (Thousand Hour)

Matanuska-Susitna Borough•Palmer, AK

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This position participates in Borough landfill and transfer site operations and supports a Regular Full Time Utility Worker II with site maintenance at various transfer sites throughout the Borough. Work is performed in accordance with established policies, procedures, and Borough core values. Locations vary according to need and may include Central Landfill, Butte Transfer Station, Sutton Transfer Station, Big Lake Transfer Station, Willow Transfer Station, Talkeetna Transfer Station, or other Borough transfer stations. The position is classified as Pay Grade D1, DOE.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
One year of experience in a similar position, sufficient to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties.
Relevant experience may include driving small- to medium-sized fleet vehicles, operating a skid steer, using hand and power tools, and performing duties in all weather conditions.
Ability to direct traffic, pick up trash, install signs, build barriers, and work as a team member.
Valid Alaska driver’s license for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
At least 19 years of age and one year of driving experience.
Current 24-hour HAZWOPER certification or ability to obtain certification within six months of hire.
Asbestos Identification certification within six months of hire.
Successfully pass a pre-employment background check, drug screen, and physical.
Complete the Hepatitis B vaccination series and maintain a current Tetanus (Td or Tdap) vaccination, or provide signed declinations, in accordance with applicable health and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

Monitor the central landfill and ensure customers comply with policies and procedures.
Answer public questions and provide information to resolve complaints.
Open and close disposal sites and keep disposal areas clean and functional.
Operate a variety of heavy equipment as needed.
Develop and plan special projects.
Build and construct retaining walls, signage, retaining nets, and fencing.
Assist with repairs and remodeling of transfer site buildings.
Operate a wide variety of hand and power tools.
Maintain chainsaws, weed eaters, chop saws, and other hand and power tools.
Assist with maintenance and repairs of division equipment.
Monitor the automated scale to ensure accuracy.
Monitor disposal of asbestos and other special waste in accordance with federal and state regulations.
Conduct snow removal operations.
Maintain grounds at all division properties.
Assist in the scale house as required.
Perform related duties.