NEOGOV · 8 hours ago
Recycling Specialist #1422 - Part-Time - Recycling - Public Works Division
Chattanooga, TN
Full-time, Part-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$15.42/hr - $19.28/hr
1+ years expHamilton County is seeking a part-time Recycling Specialist to oversee the day-to-day operation of recycling centers and the collection of recyclables. The role involves working in various County offices and projects within the Recycling and Support Services Department during all seasons and weather conditions.
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Responsibilities
Oversees the day-to-day operation of recycling centers and collection of recyclables at various County offices and the County jail during all seasons and weather conditions
Works in special recycling and Support Services Department projects
Qualification
Required
The equivalent of a high school diploma and one (1) year of work experience in a direct customer service position
Must possess a valid driver's license
Prior to operating a County-owned vehicle, all employees are required to complete the HC Defensive Driving course and/or an Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) provided at the department level
Must have the ability to drive and maneuver a box truck and a pickup truck with a utility trailer
Work requires moderate physical effort includes but not limited to intermittent sitting, standing, squatting, use of a ladder or step stool with considerable walking and lifting
Work requires regular lifting and carrying of up to seventy-five (75) pounds
Preferred
Direct work experience that required you to understand state and local traffic laws
Direct work experience that required you to understand recycling opportunities and collection methods
Direct work experience that required you to drive and maneuver a box truck and a pickup truck with a utility trailer
Fluency in both English and Spanish
Benefits
On-Site Employee Health Clinic
No copay to utilize clinic services.
Clinic services include routine office visits, sick visits, labs, flu shots, and more
TextCare - Access to care 24/7 via TextCare, which is direct, unlimited access to medical care 24/7 through text message.
Telehealth - Two-way, real-time interactive communication between the patient and a practitioner through telecommunications, which may include audiovisual options.
One to One Provider Network – Availability to utilize a network of providers that provide a high level of care at a lower copay/cost.
Health Management Programs – Offered to help employees and their family members in managing the following health conditions: Asthma, Diabetes, Hypertension (High Blood Pressure), and Hyperlipidemia (High Cholesterol)
Nutritional guidance – Nutritional education provided to assist in making the appropriate food /health choices.
On-Site Employee Pharmacy
Low-cost prescriptions available to those covered under the County health plan.
Over the counter items offered at cost.
RxLocal App – Mobile app provides a convenient way to stay connected and manage your health. Through the app you can request refills and ask questions.
On-site Pharmacist available to answer questions and provide information.
Hamilton County Government offers competitive insurance coverage to fulltime employees.
Medical coverage is offered through Cigna to fulltime employees.
Dental coverage is a voluntary benefit available to fulltime employees.
Life Insurance/Accidental Death and Dismemberment is provided through Symetra.
Additional voluntary benefits fulltime employees have access to enroll in are as follows: Individual Short-Term Disability (STD), Voluntary Long-Term Disability (LTD), Flexible Spending Account–Health Care, Flexible Spending Account–Dept. Care, Flexible Spending Account–Transportation, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance.
Hamilton County Government Retirement for Fulltime Employees: Pension – Legacy Plan (hired prior to 10/1/2015), in which the employer contributes 14.70%.
Pension – Hybrid Plan (hired on or after 10/1/2015), in which the employee contributes 5% and the employer contributes 4%.
401K – Employer contributes 5% and the employee can contribute the amount of their choice.
457b – Employees have the option to contribute to this plan if they choose.
Pre-Retirement Seminar: Hamilton County Human Resources provides a pre-retirement seminar to those considering retirement, two times per year (1st and 3rd quarter of each year).
Parental Leave: Hamilton County provides eight (8) weeks of paid maternity leave and two (2) weeks of paid paternity leave following the birth of a child or placement of a child with an employee in connection with adoption (age 13 or younger) or foster care.
Paid Time Off: Hamilton County Government provides generous paid time off (PTO) to fulltime employees from the start of employment.
Paid Holidays: Hamilton County Government provides thirteen (13) paid holidays to fulltime employees.
Wellness Facility: Hamilton County Government provides a 24/7 fitness center, free of charge, to County employees and family members (age 14+) covered under the County's health plan.
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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