Solid Waste Technician I (Part time position)
Mecklenburg County Government, Charlotte, NC, United States
Salary
Salary Range: $15 - $23 hourly. Non-exempt (hourly) position.
Location
William R Davies Recycling Center, 4635 Pineville-Matthews Rd, Charlotte, NC 28226
More About the Role
Please note this is a part-time position for 20 hours per week. This position will primarily require work on Fridays and Saturdays at The William R. Davies Recycling Center. Duties will involve general outdoor labor and assisting customers with recycling inquiries along with overall site cleanliness.
Position Summary
Monitors the safe delivery and disposal of solid waste at assigned transfer station or landfill. Under direct supervision, responsible for performing manual labor and ensuring safety procedures are followed at transfer site or landfill to load/unload trash, debris and junked furniture and appliances.
Essential Functions
Work assignments in accordance with close supervision and specific instructions on new assignments
Perform repetitive tasks under general supervision after they are learned
May drive a vehicle to and from work locations or to pick up and deliver materials
Assist in directing traffic flow of vehicles entering a solid waste facility to the proper area to unload
Assure that materials remain in the area and are not hauled away as salvage
Interact with customers to direct to proper disposal locations
May perform vehicle load inspections and monitor incoming loads for unacceptable materials
Keep work area clean and free of debris to prevent damage to incoming vehicles
May build, maintain or erect signs at solid waste facilities to direct traffic
Assist with cleaning and maintenance of trucks and tools
Load and unload heavy material from trucks, equipment, and vans
Move and aid in moving large and bulky objects
Perform general grounds keeping such as picking up trash and debris, mowing grass, and cleaning
Work safely and report unsafe situations to supervisory staff
May operate non-CDL required vehicles as needed
Minimum Qualifications
Experience: No experience required.
Education
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Licenses and Certifications
May require a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License
May require the ability to obtain and maintain County driving privilege's
Preferred Qualifications
Preferably some working knowledge of trade methods and practices or ability to readily learn the use of tools and materials, work methods and work practices and use and operation of related equipment
Ability to follow written and oral instructions
Ability to make simple arithmetical computations and perform routine maintenance tasks
Ability to maintain good interpersonal relationships
Ability to perform tasks requiring manual dexterity
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of light equipment used in maintenance, grounds keeping, and construction
Occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions applicable to safe operation of this equipment
Basic tools used in maintenance and construction work
Skills
Operating light powered tools such as drills, mowers, blowers and other assigned equipment
Performing heavy manual labor, sometimes in adverse weather conditions
Understanding of safety
Skill with fueling and mixing oil and gas for small equipment
Abilities
Adaptability: Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures
Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the information provided
Contributing to Team Success: Actively participating as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals
Energy: Consistently maintaining high levels of activity or productivity; operating with vigor, effectiveness, and determination over extended periods of time
Safety Awareness: Identifying and correcting conditions that affect employee safety; upholding safety standards
Computer Skills
Basic understanding of applicable computer programs.
Work Environment
Works in outdoor exposed to weather conditions.
Selection
This classification has been identified as having a role in the development of ADA compliant technologies and for which the incumbent agrees to follow County policies to the best of their abilities in order to meet these obligations.
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Disclaimer Statement
This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor’s request. Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.
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Salary Range: $15 - $23 hourly. Non-exempt (hourly) position.
Location
William R Davies Recycling Center, 4635 Pineville-Matthews Rd, Charlotte, NC 28226
More About the Role
Please note this is a part-time position for 20 hours per week. This position will primarily require work on Fridays and Saturdays at The William R. Davies Recycling Center. Duties will involve general outdoor labor and assisting customers with recycling inquiries along with overall site cleanliness.
Position Summary
Monitors the safe delivery and disposal of solid waste at assigned transfer station or landfill. Under direct supervision, responsible for performing manual labor and ensuring safety procedures are followed at transfer site or landfill to load/unload trash, debris and junked furniture and appliances.
Essential Functions
Work assignments in accordance with close supervision and specific instructions on new assignments
Perform repetitive tasks under general supervision after they are learned
May drive a vehicle to and from work locations or to pick up and deliver materials
Assist in directing traffic flow of vehicles entering a solid waste facility to the proper area to unload
Assure that materials remain in the area and are not hauled away as salvage
Interact with customers to direct to proper disposal locations
May perform vehicle load inspections and monitor incoming loads for unacceptable materials
Keep work area clean and free of debris to prevent damage to incoming vehicles
May build, maintain or erect signs at solid waste facilities to direct traffic
Assist with cleaning and maintenance of trucks and tools
Load and unload heavy material from trucks, equipment, and vans
Move and aid in moving large and bulky objects
Perform general grounds keeping such as picking up trash and debris, mowing grass, and cleaning
Work safely and report unsafe situations to supervisory staff
May operate non-CDL required vehicles as needed
Minimum Qualifications
Experience: No experience required.
Education
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Licenses and Certifications
May require a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License
May require the ability to obtain and maintain County driving privilege's
Preferred Qualifications
Preferably some working knowledge of trade methods and practices or ability to readily learn the use of tools and materials, work methods and work practices and use and operation of related equipment
Ability to follow written and oral instructions
Ability to make simple arithmetical computations and perform routine maintenance tasks
Ability to maintain good interpersonal relationships
Ability to perform tasks requiring manual dexterity
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of light equipment used in maintenance, grounds keeping, and construction
Occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions applicable to safe operation of this equipment
Basic tools used in maintenance and construction work
Skills
Operating light powered tools such as drills, mowers, blowers and other assigned equipment
Performing heavy manual labor, sometimes in adverse weather conditions
Understanding of safety
Skill with fueling and mixing oil and gas for small equipment
Abilities
Adaptability: Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures
Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the information provided
Contributing to Team Success: Actively participating as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals
Energy: Consistently maintaining high levels of activity or productivity; operating with vigor, effectiveness, and determination over extended periods of time
Safety Awareness: Identifying and correcting conditions that affect employee safety; upholding safety standards
Computer Skills
Basic understanding of applicable computer programs.
Work Environment
Works in outdoor exposed to weather conditions.
Selection
This classification has been identified as having a role in the development of ADA compliant technologies and for which the incumbent agrees to follow County policies to the best of their abilities in order to meet these obligations.
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Disclaimer Statement
This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor’s request. Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.
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