Waste Abatement Technician - Recycling Center
About The Position
Under supervision, performs work in the operation of the regional hazardous waste program, recycling center, and composting site according to county, state, and federal regulations and guidelines. Collects and processes hazardous, problem, and recycling materials; performs routine maintenance and repairs for Hazardous Waste and Recycling Center facilities and equipment; and cleans areas within the Waste Abatement complex. Assists other waste abatement areas as needed and supports a diverse, respectful, and inclusive workplace. This is a Rochester, Minnesota-based position and is not remote eligible. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States; Olmsted County does not sponsor applicants for this position. International relocation or international remote working arrangements will not be considered. Regular and reliable attendance is necessary. Must be able to work Saturdays.
Requirements
- Education and experience equivalent to one year of experience in a related position.
- Valid driver's license required.
- Individuals using County vehicles and equipment must have a valid driver's license and no major traffic violations in the previous three years.
- Successfully complete MPCA training programs within one year of employment.
- Successfully complete forklift operator training within one year of employment.
- Must be able to work Saturdays.
- Knowledge of potentially hazardous products, their chemical properties, and environmental effects.
- Knowledge of DOT and MPCA regulations for hazardous wastes and state and federal regulations for managing and transporting hazardous materials.
- Knowledge of emergency response procedures.
- Skill using computers and technology, including Microsoft-based data management, record keeping, and report generation.
- Skill in basic business math and safely operating stationary and mobile equipment.
- Ability to physically move collected waste and materials to proper storage areas.
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, work independently, complete applicable training, and maintain effective working relationships while providing good customer service.
- Ability to determine and perform reuse, recycling, treatment, and testing of potentially hazardous materials.
- Ability to read and interpret safety labels.
- Individuals offered a position must take a drug test.
Responsibilities
- Operate balers, forklifts, and skid loaders in waste abatement areas to move and process materials.
- Assess customer waste loads and determine appropriate disposal fees.
- Process customer payments by cash, check, and credit card.
- Perform activities to reuse materials and products, including placing reusable items in a product reuse area.
- Load and unload docked semi-trucks using a forklift.
- Collect and transport recyclable materials from public buildings to the County Recycling Center.
- Receive and assess customers and help them dispose of garbage, recycling materials, and special wastes in the appropriate locations and containers.
- Perform cleaning and routine maintenance and repairs for facilities and equipment.
- Provide technical assistance to the public using available media.
- Perform emergency response procedures.
- Assist other waste abatement areas as needed and perform related duties as assigned.
- Support a diverse, respectful, and inclusive workplace.
Benefits
- The posting describes a benefits package intended to support employee wellbeing, but does not specify individual benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
