Solid Waste Supervisor

For doers and makers seeking a well-rounded community, Hickory is a bridge between Asheville and Charlotte at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains along Interstate 40, where a collective spirit of craftsmanship strengthens any endeavor with detail, artistry and quality.  Hickory, North Carolina, is a three-time All-America City on the Catawba River approximately one hour east of Asheville and one hour north of Charlotte. More than 43,000 residents call Hickory their home and Hickory is the hub of a 365,000-metropolitan area. Hickory has outstanding school systems, eight recreation facilities, two libraries, several golf courses, theaters, art museums, and 26 gorgeous parks. Beautiful Lake Hickory is over 4,000 acres and offers public access areas. Please check out Hickory at www.hickorync.gov/employment, www.hickorywellcrafted.com, and www.MyHKY.com to learn more about Hickory, the surrounding areas, and what makes Hickory a "Well Crafted" City.   Qualified applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetics, or the presence of a non-job related medical condition or disability. U.S. Law requires all applicants to furnish proof of identity and right to work in the U.S.   All offers of employment are contingent on the successful completion of a post-offer functional prework screen and a drug screen. This examination process is designed to determine if applicants are able to efficiently perform the essential functions of the job without physical harm to themselves, or others. All applicants are subject to a background check.

• Assigns, trains, supervises, and evaluates personnel in the performance of division activities.
• Monitors daily collection routes.
• Possess working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Delivers roll-outs and recycle bins to new customers; replaces bins and roll-outs.
• Solicits commercial dumpster customers.
• Develops and updates dumpster routes.
• Completes time cards for division personnel.
• Completes required reports.
• Oversees preventative maintenance of division equipment.
• Responds to customer complaints and questions.
• Investigates accidents.
• Establishes new recycling accounts.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

•    Knowledge of solid waste collection and disposal operations.
•    Knowledge of the techniques, equipment, and supplies used in solid waste management operations.
PLEASE NOTE: Applicants must meet the City criteria for an acceptable driving record.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.
• Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the work of subordinate positions to be able to answer questions and resolve problems, usually associated with one to three years of experience or service.
• Possess working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Possession of a valid Commercial Driver’s License issued by the State of North Carolina for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee in this position to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently/repeatedly required to stand; walk, use hands, and exert forces needed to handle various types and sizes of tools, equipment, and objects; reach with hands and arms and perform elevated work for periods of time; climb ladders and balance; climb into vehicles and equipment; stoop; kneel; half-kneel; squat; crouch; or crawl; and talk; or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must frequently lift, push, pull, and/or move more than 100 pounds. An employee in this position will have successfully passed a "Functional Prework Screen" administered by a professional and impartial third-party specialist.

SAFETY SENSITIVE: This position has been identified as safety-sensitive. The employee in this position will be part of a random drug testing pool. The methodology for choosing the random test subjects is handled by an outside, impartial, third-party vendor.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work is performed in an office and outdoors, where the employee is exposed to machinery with moving parts, dirt, dust, grease, noise, garbage, and occasional cold or inclement weather. The work may require the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, or gloves

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS:  The Solid Waste Manager assigns work in terms of very general instructions.  The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures and the nature and propriety of the final results.

GUIDELINES:  Guidelines include relevant state and federal laws and environmental regulations, city ordinances, and city and department policies and procedures.  These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application.  
 
COMPLEXITY:  The work consists of varied administrative, supervisory, and technical duties.
 
SCOPE AND EFFECT:  The purpose of this position is to provide supervisory, administrative, and technical support to the division. Successful performance ensures the effective and efficient operation of the division and enhances the image of city government. 
 
PERSONAL CONTACTS:  Contacts are typically with co-workers and the general public.
 
PURPOSE OF CONTACTS:  Contacts are typically to exchange information, motivate personnel, and provide services.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY:  This position has direct supervision over Crew Leader – Solid Waste, Heavy Equipment Operator – Solid Waste, Equipment Operator – Solid Waste, Transfer Station Operator, and Maintenance Worker – Solid Waste.

Salary : $51,776