What are the responsibilities and job description for the Landfill Operator position at City of Waco?
Minimum Starting Salary: $22.40 hourly, depending on qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Required:
- Driver's License
- Six months of specialty vehicle operations experience
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Under basic supervision, performs landfill operations and maintenance functions at the city landfill, and recycling center for the Solid Waste Department (SWD).
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Performs a variety of customer service and maintenance functions at the City landfill, and recycling center; operates a variety of vehicles and equipment in accordance with all safety regulations; collects and sorts recycle materials; cleans and maintains grounds, facilities, and equipment; monitors workflow and material disposition; collects yard waste and special items and assists with litter control assignments.
- Maintains positive customer relations by providing prompt and courteous service to the public with SWD questions, complaints and requests for services and information; delivers and removes SWD carts for residential and commercial accounts; performs duties within scope of authority and training and in compliance with City policies.
- Ensure all SWD landfill operations comply with the Site Operating Permit for each permitted facility. This includes but is not limited to personnel and training, equipment, operational procedures, detection and prevention of disposal of unauthorized wastes, fire protection, and recordkeeping.
- Operate and maintain heavy equipment.
Salary : $18 - $22
