What are the responsibilities and job description for the Solid Waste Operator position at City of Elgin?
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Public Works Director, this position is accountable for performing a variety of skilled and semi-skilled tasks including the operation of equipment used in the maintenance and operation of the solid waste transfer facility. Responsible for opening and operating the solid waste transfer station to the public for eight o ten (8-10) hours per day, one (1) day per week. This position is asked to keep abreast of departmental issues and the need for revised/additional policies and procedures that will assist in the operation of the solid waste transfer station and any state or federal laws and ordinance that effect the operation of the facility.
Responsibilities
- General janitorial services, general maintenance and clean-up of the transfer station road right-of-ways, and open ditches;
- Place, maintain and replace directional signs;
- Collect and account for disposal fees;
- Direct public traffic to appropriate transfer/recycling bins;
- Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs;
- Exercise oversight of materials brought to transfer site to assure that hazardous materials are properly handled and appropriate fees charged;
- Refer matters that involve problems that can develop negatively towards the City of Elgin or matters affecting the department's operating and capital budgets directly to the Public Works Director;
- Have contact with all City of Elgin departments, members, employees and providers.
Skills
- High standards of courteousness, performance, diplomacy and respect for the citizens of Elgin.
- Be able to set goals and priorities, and represent the department in a professional manner.
- Ability to use the computer to complete recording of financial transactions and hazardous materials processing as required in the operation of the facility.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $13.70 per hour
Expected hours: 10 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Safety equipment provided
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Year round work
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14
