Direct Service Associate III

TLAC is currently accepting applications for the position of Direct Service Associate III for the Smith Mountain Lake Summer Vessel Pump Out Program. The position tasks include: operating the pump out truck; offloading sewage from vessel holding tanks; transporting sewage to a land-based holding tank; gathering specific information from vessel owners and entering it into a daily log; informing boaters where and how to report observed pollution problems; and, the importance of proper disposal of sewage. All candidates must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with marina owners, other employees, and the general public, and must possess a valid Virginia driver’s license and have an acceptable driving record. Also, as part of the application process, all candidates must agree to a criminal background search and a drug screen. Additionally, the opportunity for a paid internship in this summer program exists for a qualifying student. All data collected during this summer program would be made available to the student intern for use in meeting their educational internship requirements.

The rate of pay for the Direct Service Associate III position is $16.00 per hour and will require employees to work on weekends from mid-May thru mid-September, plus an additional Monday for the Memorial Day and July 4th weekends - for which a Holiday pay adjustment will be provided. Apply online at www.bedfordcountyva.gov. Also, paper applications are available at the TLAC Office located at 400 Scruggs Rd, Suite 200, in Moneta, VA, or can be requested via email at: pumpout@sml.us.com. Applications will be accepted until all positions are filled.

Position Summary

Operates a vessel pump out truck; offloads sewage from vessel holding tanks; transports sewage to a land-based holding tank; gathers specific information from vessel owners and records information into a daily log; informs boaters on where and how to report observed pollution problems; the importance of proper disposal of sewage, and how to protect the lake’s water quality.

Minimum Requirements

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with marina owners, other employees, and the general public. Ability to discuss marine pollution, importance of sewage disposal, and public health consequences with boaters.
• Requires operation of machines, motor vehicles and/or equipment. Must possess valid Commonwealth of Virginia driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Heavy work requiring ability to move objects up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 20 pounds constantly.
• Requires climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping and repetitive motions.
• Vocal communication required for expressing/exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing required to perceive information at normal spoken word level; visual acuity required for depth perception, color perception, peripheral vision, visual inspection involving observation of general surroundings and activities.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions; subject to inside/outside environmental conditions to include to include summer heat, noise, vibrations, hazards, and atmospheric conditions. May be exposed to blood borne pathogens and infectious agents. May be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment.
• Ability to read and comprehend County, State, and Federal policies, procedures and programs of limited scope and difficulty.

Education / Experience

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma or general education degree (GED). Demonstrated stable work history preferred.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

General knowledge of operating equipment, safe operating practices and occupational hazards.

Highly organized with ability to multi-task. Ability to handle a high volume of work and varying assignments with accuracy and attention to detail. Ability to read and comprehend and follow oral and written directions and correspondence. Proficiency in English and spelling. Ability to read and comprehend County, State, and Federal policies, procedures and programs of limited scope and difficulty.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the general public. Strong quality and service minded. Ability to work cooperatively in a diverse team and/or independently.

Certifications / Licenses

Must possess a valid Commonwealth of Virginia driver’s license, proof of insurance required to drive on County business, and acceptable driving record.

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Environmental Factors

The worker must be able to work in all weather conditions and is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibrations, hazards, atmospheric conditions and oils. The worker may be exposed to blood borne pathogens and infectious agents and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. This is not an employment contract and does not alter any employee at-will status.

Disclaimer

Bedford County maintains a safe, drug-free workplace for its employees. Drug screening, driving record check, a criminal background check, and previous employer references are required for all positions as conditions of pre-employment.

Bedford County, VA is an Equal Opportunity Employer