NEOGOV · 3 months ago
Public Works Solid Waste Transfer Facility Technician Senior
19765 Kenilworth Blvd Port Charlotte 33954, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$18.46/hr - $18.46/hr
1+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Public Works Solid Waste Transfer Facility Technician Senior to operate and maintain transfer and recycling facilities for Charlotte County. The role involves ensuring compliance with solid waste policies, providing customer service, and performing routine maintenance on equipment.
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Responsibilities
Communicates with customers regarding solid waste policies and procedures, ensuring prompt access, and good customer service
Identifies and categorizes waste and directs customers to proper disposal locations
Collects, identifies, and separates hazardous materials ensuring safe handling, processing, and storage
Monitors unloading of yard waste, general household waste and construction and demolition debris; ensures proper placement and distribution of items in trailer; and ensures no prohibited items are included
Ensures the safety of the public and employees; utilizes equipment according to established instructions and safety procedures; removes trip and fall hazards; and performs regular safety checks
Removes refrigerant from appliances prior to recycling in compliance with established rules, regulations, and safety procedures
Makes minor adjustments to and performs routine maintenance on equipment (i.e., lubrication, checking air, oil, water and other fluids)
Cleans up at job site, and washes and cleans equipment after use
Prepares daily/weekly activity reports
Performs weekly inspections of buildings and grounds
Performs related work as assigned
Provides exceptional customer assistance, problem-solving, and/or complaint resolution by all forms of communication
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
One (1) year of experience in transfer, recycling or waste facility
Must maintain a valid driver's license
Within three (3) months of position assignment: Must maintain 24-hour Hazardous Waste Operations (HAZWOPER) certification
Within six (6) months of position assignment: Must obtain and maintain Department of Transportation (DOT) Basic Hazmat Training Certification
Knowledge of departmental policies, plans, and procedures
Knowledge of modern office practices, plans, and procedures
Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other job-related computer programs and software applications
Knowledge of safe work methods and safety regulations and occupational hazards pertaining to the work
Knowledge of the functions, operating methods, and routine care and maintenance required of automobiles and/or equipment used on assigned construction and/or maintenance projects
Knowledge of traffic laws, ordinances, and rules governing transporting of equipment and its operation on public streets and highways, including knowledge of hazardous waste materials and transporting hazardous materials on public streets and highways
Skill in effective communication, both orally and in writing
Skill in prioritizing and organizing work
Skill in the use of office equipment such as a computer, multi-line telephone system, scanner, fax machine, and copier
Ability to understand regulatory conditions of solid waste practices, and the ability to ensure that work is performed accordingly
Ability to learn and comprehend the applicable federal, state and county rules, regulations and policies regarding solid waste
Ability to operate equipment and motor vehicles skillfully, safely and in accordance with manufacturers' guidelines
Ability to detect equipment problems or malfunctions and to make minor adjustments and repairs, and to read dials and gauges
Ability to work independently within established procedural guidelines and to work in a team environment
Ability to make recommendations and to use resourcefulness and tact in solving problems
Ability to ascertain priorities and meet deadlines and objectives
Ability to follow written and oral instructions
Ability to perform manual labor, sometimes under unfavorable weather conditions
Ability to provide internal/external guidance and customer assistance via all forms of communication
Ability to use computers for data entry, word processing, and/or accounting purposes
Ability to author reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with managers, service providers, other employees, and the general public
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package to regular full-time employees
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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