Spotter (Traffic Controller)

• Actively inspect loads for unauthorized material at the unloading area.

• Enforce MRF safety requirements and procedures.

• Spot trucks unloading in the tipping area and maintain traffic control in the area.

• Direct traffic safely in and out of the unloading area and controls the unloading of vehicles.

• Inspect and remove hazardous waste from all loads tipped at the MRF. This includes other unauthorized wastes such as used tires, treated wood and other unauthorized material.

• Communicate effectively with all team members, including: scale house operators, heavy equipment operators, MRF Foremen and Supervisors

• Coordinate the stoppage of various activities within the unloading area in order to pull hazardous waste materials from the waste streams.

• Immediately report all emergencies (e.g. fires, accidents) to the proper manager/supervisor.

• Provide fuels and related additives to all heavy equipment operating in the MRF as required.

• Prepare daily log sheets to report tonnages from various equipment/vehicles/transfer trailers for correct reporting, billing and invoicing.

• Perform daily litter control on the MRF and maintains the entry road into the MRF.

• Keep the MRF tipping areas clean and well-maintained.

• Operate equipment in support of the inspection and sorting process, including but not limited to skid steer, backhoe, forklift and loaders.

• Sorting cardboard and curbside recyclables and baling sorted materials using baling equipment.

• Sort and properly load waste tires for shipping.

• Separate metals by type for salvage.

• Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.

• Communicate with and take direction from a supervisor.

• Attend classes and meetings for training certification, such as hazardous waste spotter and continuing education credits, meeting safety requirements.

• Train in HAZWOPER and respond to and contain spills. Safely clean up the area around an accidental effluent spill.

• Complies with information provided on Material Safety Data Sheets for all products. Handles and stores items properly.

• Observes and adheres to proper tag out and lockout of vehicles in accordance with clearance procedures, policies, and practices.

• Follow all safety policies and procedures.

• Required to work overtime, weekends and during emergency conditions.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• 1-year experience working as a general laborer and/or construction environment.

• High School Diploma / GED

• Working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions common to construction operations.

• Ability to establish effective working relationships with other employees, supervisors and the public.

• Ability to understand and communicate in writing and verbally and follow instructions.

• Ability to observe proper safety precautions.

• Ability to work overtime as needed.

• Valid C Class Driver License.

• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual English / Spanish

Physical/Environmental Demands:

Physical:

• Standing, walking, seeing, hearing, & smelling continuously.

• Problem solving, oral/written communication, analytical ability, concentration, & interpersonal abilities continuously.

• Eye/hand coordination, handling, & wrist motion continuously.

• Bending, reaching, stretching, and lifting up to 50 Lbs. frequently.

Environmental:

• Exposure to dust, smoke, fumes, odors, grease, oil, chemicals, wet/hot conditions, & noise continuously.

• Works outside only.

Salary: $19.00 - $20.00 per hour