Landfill Crew Leader I

Landfill Crew Leader I RD18/619
Solid Waste

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for supervising the maintenance and operation of the County transfer station, inert
landfill, post closure landfill and related facilities.

MAJOR DUTIES

1. Coordinates the operations of a closed landfill as required by the Georgia Environmental Protection Division.
2. On-site representative responsible for general oversite of the transfer station facility that is operated by a 3rd

party vendor.
3. Collects, verifies, and compiles field data required to maintain compliance with various state environmental

programs.
4. Operates heavy and light equipment, including, front end loader, commercial mowers, backhoes, tractors,

weedeaters, bush hogs and other equipment as needed.
5. Loads mulch for the public.
6. Coordinates all staging of yard waste and mulch from county department and the public.
7. Coordinates with transfer station contractor to dispose of animal waste in a timely manner.
8. Uses hand tools, such as shovels, lutes, and bush axe.
9. Applies herbicides and pesticides.
10. Assist in maintenance of stormwater drainpipes, culverts and detention ponds.
11. Maintains assigned equipment and tools.
12. Supervises laborers and equipment operators and additional staff as assigned.
13. Assists in the construction, repair, and maintenance of solid waste monitoring areas to standards required by

the EPD.
14. Keeps transfer station right-of-way free of litter.
15. Monitors transfer station activities and reports unusual activity to supervisor.
16. Performs other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

1. Knowledge of Fayette County policies, erosion and sediment control regulations, blueprints, and division

guidelines.
2. Knowledge of Environmental Protection Division Solid Waste Management Post Closure and Inert Landfill

Operation regulations.
3. Knowledge of grounds maintenance procedures.
4. Skill in the operation of assigned equipment and hand tools.
5. Skill in the operation of heavy grading equipment.
6. Skill in interpersonal relations.
7. Skill in oral and written communication.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The Road Director assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for
compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the results.

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include county policies and procedures, the Georgia Erosion and Sediment Control Manual, Georgia
Solid Waste Management regulations, and applicable OSHA regulations. These guidelines are generally clear
and specific but may require some interpretation in application.

Landfill Crew Leader I, Road

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

• The work consists of related landfill operation duties. Heavy traffic and inclement weather contribute to the

• The purpose of this position is to operate heavy and light equipment in the maintenance and operation of the

CONTACTS

• Contacts are generally with the public on a regular basis.
• Contacts are typically to give or exchange information; resolve problems; and provide customer service.
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work is typically performed while intermittently standing, walking, bending, crouching, or stooping. The

employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objects and uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of
dexterity.

• The work is typically performed outdoors. The employee is exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery

• This work location is at an operational solid waste transfer facility which will require working around odors and

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

This position will have daily supervisor responsibility over Landfill Equipment Operator position.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES

• Possession of a valid State of Georgia driver's license (Class C) and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)

ADA COMPLIANCE

accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are invited to
discuss accommodations.

HIPAA COMPLIANCE

• The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996, as amended, requires employees to protect

DRUG AND ALCOHOL COMPLIANCE

employment will undergo testing for the presence of illegal drugs and alcohol as a condition of employment.
In the course of employment, employees are subject to random, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, and
routine fitness for duty testing for illegal drugs and alcohol abuse. Employees are prohibited to work under
the influence, to possess, to distribute, or to sell illegal drugs in the workplace or abuse alcohol on the job.
Confirmed positive is reason for denial of employment and/or termination.

Landfill Crew Leader I, Road

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Ability to read, write and perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually

associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two
years.

• Ability to communicate with the public when providing customer service.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's licenses issued by the State of Georgia for the type of

vehicle or equipment operated.