What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Resources Technician position at CHARLES COUNTY GOVERNMENT?
Summary
The Environmental Resources Technician executes duties and responsibilities of a Litter Control Technician, Recycling Site Attendant, and Landfill Technician based on staffing needs. Removes litter and debris from County maintained roadways and properties; interacts with and physically assists customers unloading vehicles; performs routine cleanup as well as general and grounds maintenance at the landfill, recycling centers, and other remote locations including County facilities and properties; and operates waste disposal equipment and light to medium vehicles.
Essential Job Functions
- Conducts work in a safe, efficient, and quality manner with a strong focus on customer service.
- Performs litter and debris removal work along County roadways in a safe and efficient manner.
- Ensures all haulers, public, and patrons follow site rules and procedures.
- Inspects and verifies through physical observation the material requested to be disposed or recycled. Screens loads for prohibited waste. Directs patrons to appropriate location to unload and if materials in the load need to be separated before unloading.
- Communicates with scale house personnel regarding unacceptable loads and hauler noncompliance with landfill rules.
- Directs all incoming traffic to the correct disposal area based on vehicle type and material being disposed of or recycled.
- Collects Tag A Bag coupons when required for disposal.
- Assists customers by physically unloading and processing the customer’s recycling and waste disposal in accordance with all safety and County regulations.
- Communicates with Litter Control Supervisor regarding hazardous materials found along roadsides. Assists in proper disposal of hazardous materials.
- Assists with collection, loading, and disposal of bulk dump sites.
- Assists with loading of the electronics trailer.
- Properly disposes of recycling and waste in accordance with all safety and County regulations.
- Performs routine cleanup work, as well as general, custodial, and ground maintenance at County facilities and properties. Work may include ,but is not limited to, picking up litter, debris, bulk items, cutting grass, raking leaves, shoveling snow, or cleaning solid waste vehicles.
- Operates waste disposal equipment and light to medium duty trucks. Inspects vehicle or equipment for any safety or other concerns prior to operation. Documents inspections or concerns as required.
- Documents patronage, inspections, or concerns as required through completion of daily logs.
- Measures and records leachate levels and diesel and gasoline tank levels.
- Assists Equipment Operators with making repairs to storm water, sediment, or erosion control systems at the landfill.
- Ensures litter control equipment and vehicles are cleaned and stored properly at the end of the day.
- Secures all buildings and area at closing.
- Recognizes and reports safety and recycling compliance concerns to coworkers and supervisory staff.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or an acceptable equivalency diploma (GED). Two (2) years of general labor experience, or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.
Licenses or Certifications:
Must possess a valid driver's license.
Special Requirements/Qualifications:
Subject to work on weekends.
Subject to call back in emergencies.
Work is subject to frequent interruptions.
Work location is subject to change frequently with minimal notice.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of Charles County, landfill, recycling policies, and litter removal policies and procedures, standard operational practices, and safety regulations.
- Knowledge of the design, use, maintenance, and repair of equipment, tools, and materials used in the work.
- Knowledge of traffic laws, rules, and regulations and safe driving practices.
- Knowledge of customer service and quality standards.
- Knowledge of basic office procedures, computers, and iPads.
- Ability to understand and follow through on verbal instructions.
- Ability to make precisely coordinated movements and grasp or assemble small objects.
- Ability to perform grounds maintenance work.
- Ability to successfully communicate, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to actively listen to customers, coworkers, and supervisors.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Skill to safely operate vehicles, equipment, tools, and personal protective equipment.
- Skill to prepare accurate records and reports.
Additional Information
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The work is regularly active with periods of heavy exertion. The position requires employees to walk or stand for long periods; lift and carry up to 100 pounds; climb stairs, ladders, and scaffolding; bend, kneel, crouch, and crawl; reach, hold, grasp, and turn objects; feel the size, shape, and temperature of items; and use fingers to operate computer and typewriter keyboards. The work requires the ability to speak normally, to use normal or aided vision and hearing, and to detect odors.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Principal duties of this job are performed in a field setting with work performed outside. Employee may be exposed to environmental conditions and outdoor hazards such as dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes, vehicle and equipment traffic, landfill gas, leachate, and refuse. Employee works in a team environment and must be willing to accept additional duties.
Department/Division: Public Works Facilities/Environmental Resources
Pay Grade: 105
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Telework Eligible: No
Reports To: Litter Control Supervisor, Landfill Operations Supervisor, or Recycling Operations Supervisor. May temporarily report to other supervisory personnel.
Supervises: None
Charles County Government
BENEFITS SUMMARY
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BENEFITS SUMMARY
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Health Insurance
Charles County Government PAYS 70% of cost (sliding scale based on hours worked)
- Blue Choice Advantage, Prescription and Vision
- Blue Choice HMO Open Access, Prescription and Vision
- CareFirst Dental
- Delta Dental
Retiree Health Insurance
Health Reimbursement Arrangement — New hires who elect health insurance coverage with Charles County Government will be enrolled in a Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Account ( VEBA).
Upon retirement or separation from employment, you will be able to use the funds in the VEBA account to pay for your health insurance premiums and other qualified medical expenses. You will contribute $31.75 per pay period (via payroll deduction). County Government will contribute $95.26 per pay period. The contribution may be adjusted each year based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI).
Pension Plan (Defined Benefit Retirement Plan)
Plan Eligibility: Must work minimum 37.5 hrs/week.
Health Reimbursement Arrangement — New hires who elect health insurance coverage with Charles County Government will be enrolled in a Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Account ( VEBA).
Upon retirement or separation from employment, you will be able to use the funds in the VEBA account to pay for your health insurance premiums and other qualified medical expenses. You will contribute $31.75 per pay period (via payroll deduction). County Government will contribute $95.26 per pay period. The contribution may be adjusted each year based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI).
Pension Plan (Defined Benefit Retirement Plan)
Plan Eligibility: Must work minimum 37.5 hrs/week.
- County Pension Plan
» Non Public Safety, Mandatory Participation 4% employee contribution
» Public Safety, Mandatory Participation 8% employee contribution
» Public Safety, Mandatory Participation 8% employee contribution
- Sheriff’s Office Retirement Plan
» Communications, Mandatory Participation 7% employee contribution
» Sworn, Mandatory Participation 8% employee contribution
» Corrections, Mandatory Participation 7% employee contribution
Deferred Compensation Plan
457(b) Governmental Plan — available to all employees, regardless of hours worked. Plans include: Empower, MetLife, and Nationwide Retirement Solutions.
Employee Assistance Program
A voluntary, work-based program that offers free and confidential assessments, short-term counseling, referrals, and follow-up services to employees.
Transfer of Sick Leave
May receive credit for up to 400 hours of accrued, but unpaid, sick leave from previous employer when they begin employment.
Life Insurance
No charge to employee (valued at 1.5x the employee’s annual salary, not to exceed $250,000). Supplemental insurance and dependent life insurance are available for an additional cost. Term and whole life policies are available.
Long Term Disability Insurance
No charge to employee. The benefit pays 60% of salary at date of disability up to $5,000/month
Flexible Spending Account
Medical and dependent care options available
Supplemental Income Products
Accident Policy, Critical Illness Policy, Hospital Indemnity Policy
Legal Resources
A prepaid legal resource benefit
» Sworn, Mandatory Participation 8% employee contribution
» Corrections, Mandatory Participation 7% employee contribution
Deferred Compensation Plan
457(b) Governmental Plan — available to all employees, regardless of hours worked. Plans include: Empower, MetLife, and Nationwide Retirement Solutions.
Employee Assistance Program
A voluntary, work-based program that offers free and confidential assessments, short-term counseling, referrals, and follow-up services to employees.
Transfer of Sick Leave
May receive credit for up to 400 hours of accrued, but unpaid, sick leave from previous employer when they begin employment.
Life Insurance
No charge to employee (valued at 1.5x the employee’s annual salary, not to exceed $250,000). Supplemental insurance and dependent life insurance are available for an additional cost. Term and whole life policies are available.
Long Term Disability Insurance
No charge to employee. The benefit pays 60% of salary at date of disability up to $5,000/month
Flexible Spending Account
Medical and dependent care options available
Supplemental Income Products
Accident Policy, Critical Illness Policy, Hospital Indemnity Policy
Legal Resources
A prepaid legal resource benefit
Employee Leave
- ANNUAL LEAVE — Begin employment by accruing 8 hours per month
- SICK LEAVE — Accrue 7.5 hours a month
- PAID TIME OFF (PTO) — Employees working the hours shown below, will receive the dedicated amount of PTO hours:
» 1,950 hours per year = 30 annual PTO hours
» 2,080 hours per year = 36 annual PTO hours
» 2,184 hours per year = 36 annual PTO hours
» An eligible employee who starts after the first pay period of the calendar year will receive a pro-rated number of hours based on their hire date.
» 2,080 hours per year = 36 annual PTO hours
» 2,184 hours per year = 36 annual PTO hours
» An eligible employee who starts after the first pay period of the calendar year will receive a pro-rated number of hours based on their hire date.
- PAID PARENTAL LEAVE — Grants up to 6 calendar weeks of paid leave to eligible County Government employees in connection with the birth or adoption of a child.
- 13 PAID HOLIDAYS
Work Schedules
- Majority of employees work 37.5 hours per week
- Some positions have flexible work schedules, and may allow telework
Tuition Reimbursement
Full time employees are eligible to participate after completing one full year of employment, and successful completion of their probationary period. An employee is eligible to receive reimbursement for up to 12 credit hours up to a maximum reimbursement determined through the annual County Government budgetary process.
Onsite Childcare at a Discounted Rate
Located at the Department of Community Services (8190 Port Tobacco Road, Port Tobacco, MD 20677)
House Keys 4 Employee Program
For eligible full time employees who are first time home buyers. Up to a
$7,500, 0% interest loan, to be used for a down payment or closing cost toward a new home in Charles County.
Wellness Program
Employees have access to an onsite gym, the digital wellness platform – Burnalong, and monthly webinars/events at no cost to you.
Full time employees are eligible to participate after completing one full year of employment, and successful completion of their probationary period. An employee is eligible to receive reimbursement for up to 12 credit hours up to a maximum reimbursement determined through the annual County Government budgetary process.
Onsite Childcare at a Discounted Rate
Located at the Department of Community Services (8190 Port Tobacco Road, Port Tobacco, MD 20677)
House Keys 4 Employee Program
For eligible full time employees who are first time home buyers. Up to a
$7,500, 0% interest loan, to be used for a down payment or closing cost toward a new home in Charles County.
Wellness Program
Employees have access to an onsite gym, the digital wellness platform – Burnalong, and monthly webinars/events at no cost to you.
Benefits eligibility is for employees who work 30 hours or more per week unless otherwise noted. Effective: July 1, 2019
Salary : $250,000
