Solid Waste Operator - Glenwood

Salary : $22.51 - $29.08 Hourly

Location : Glenwood Central Receiving Station, OR

Job Type : Regular

Job Number : 202500049

Department : Public Works

Division : Public Works Department

Opening Date : 02 / 21 / 2025

Closing Date : 3 / 10 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Pacific

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit : 03

DESCRIPTION

About the Position

This Solid Waste Operator position is based at the Glenwood Transfer Station. Duties may include, but are not limited to, operating equipment such as roll-off trucks, mobile packer trucks, and tractor-trailer rigs, and performing other duties as assigned in the performance of waste transfer and recycling-related activities.

About the Division

The Division of Waste Management oversees the management of solid recycling and solid waste in Lane County. The Division's mission is to provide, safe, responsible and economical recycling and disposal services, while respecting the environment and the communities it serves.

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Schedule : Waste Management operates on a four-days per week / ten hours per day schedule. This one is Wed - Sat. 7 : 00 a.m. - 5 : 30 p.m.

• This is a Lane Co Association represented position

QUALIFICATIONS

Training :

Experience :

Licensing Requirements :

Possession of a valid unrestricted Oregon Class A with required endorsements and medical card.

SUMMARY OF COMMERCIAL DRIVERS LICENSE INFORMATION :

Due to Department of Transportation requirements for those currently holding Commercial Drivers Licenses (CDLs), all candidates referred for interview for positions requiring a CDL will be asked to sign a consent to allow their former employers to disclose to Lane County's Department of Public Works alcohol and drug related information for the past 3 years. This information will ONLY be requested after a conditional offer of employment has been extended. Also, per 49 CFR 391.21(d), we wish to inform you that the information you provide regarding your previous employers and employment for the past 3 years may be used, and your employers of the past 3 years will be contacted, in order to investigate your safety performance history information as required by 49 CFR 391.23,(d) and (e). You are hereby notified that you have due process rights as specified in 40 CFR 291.23(i) regarding any information received as a result of these investigations.

Note :

Employees in this classification are required to pass a pre-employment drug test, and to participate in an ongoing drug testing program; including, but not limited to, random testing according to requirements of the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA).

Studies have shown that women and BIPOC individuals are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. The county will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.

CLASSIFICATION DETAILS

Solid Waste Operator Classification Details

Selection Process

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Equal Employment Opportunity

Lane County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

Strategic Plan

In alignment with Lane County's Strategic Plan, incumbent(s) will be expected to demonstrate the following core behaviors : Passion to Serve, Driven to Connect, and Focused on Solutions.

The 2022 -2024 Strategic Plan focuses on the areas that Lane County will pursue as a way to deliver on our vision for the residents of Lane County. To meet these challenges, we know that the basis of our efforts lies in leveraging our people and partnerships to achieve our Strategic Priorities. We also recognize that the quality and commitment of our staff is essential to a shared future where Lane County is the best place in which to live, work, and play.

Veteran Preference Information

Careers with Lane County Offer Extraordinary Benefits

At Lane County, we value our employees and we show it with our extraordinary benefits. We know that you chose public service for more than a paycheck, and our outstanding benefits are designed to help you Live Well, Live Lane - throughout your career. Read on to learn what great benefits await you in a career with Lane County.

Introducing , Lane County's benefit advisor! ALEX is an interactive tool that will help you understand the benefits being offered, out of pocket expenses and coverage available. You will need the Collective Bargaining Unit found in your job posting and when asked for your date of hire, please put in today's date.

Collective Bargaining Units :

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AFSCME

AFSCME Nurses

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FOPPO

LCPOA

Local 626

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Benefits to keep you & your family well - Physically

Health insurance coverage becomes effective the first of the month following your first 30 days as an eligible employee.

Medical / Rx / Vision - Lane County offers medical, prescription and vision exam coverage for you and your eligible dependents. The plan options and costs per month for 2018 are outlined below :

If you enroll in the HDHP the County will contribute to your HSA : $1,500 (individual) or $3,000 (family) annually. This amount is prorated based on date of hire.

Eligible employees who complete a Health History Risk Assessment (HHRA), Biometric Screening, and Comprehensive Health Review (CHR) at the Live Well Center receive a $20 per month credit.

Wellness Clinic - The Live Well Center is for Lane County benefits-eligible employees, spouses and dependents (ages 2 and up) who are enrolled in the Lane County health plan. Marathon Health manages the Live Well Center and their clinical team provides confidential, affordable care for your acute and preventive healthcare needs. The Live Well Center also provides health coaching, chronic disease counseling, comprehensive primary care services, and much more.

Dental - Lane County provides dental coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Lane County provides this counseling and concierge service to employees and members of their immediate households.

Fitness Center Membership - Lane County provides employees with a free membership to a local fitness center. Employees may add their families at a discounted rate.

Benefits to keep you & your family well - Financially

Retirement - Lane County pays for, and enrolls employees in the Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP) and the Individual Account Program (IAP) following six full months of employment. (Current members are eligible upon hire.)

Disability - Lane County pays a portion of wages for eligible employees through Short-Term Disability, and provides Long-Term Disability coverage. Lane County complies with all State and Federal disability laws for employee, family, parental and pregnancy leaves regulations.

Time Management - Lane County provides employees with a generous bank of hours to be used for sick, vacation, family emergencies and personal days.

Holidays - Lane County provides 10 paid holidays per year :

New Year's Day Independence Day

Martin Luther King Jr's Birthday Labor Day

Presidents' Day Veterans' Day

Memorial Day Thanksgiving Day

Juneteenth Christmas Day

Life Insurance - Lane County pays for employee group term life insurance.

County-paid Training & Development to keep your career well

On-site Classes - Lane County offers a variety of on-site classes to develop employees' soft and technical skills.

Online Training - Lane County offers a variety of online classes through LEAP to help employees continually improve their skills.

Conferences & Seminars - Lane County will consider reimbursement for employees to attend professional conferences, dependent upon budget, to encourage continuous learning and professional development.

Lane County offers these other valuable benefits

Deferred Compensation Retirement Savings - Employees may enroll in a deferred compensation program 457(b) to save for retirement.

Vision - Eligible employees may purchase supplemental vision insurance.

Supplemental Life Insurance - Employees may purchase supplemental life insurance for themselves and their dependents / spouse.

Aflac - Optional employee-paid voluntary group coverage is available through Aflac.

Group Discounts - Group discounts may include homeowners and auto insurance, pet health insurance, credit union membership.

Paid medical, dental and vision coverage for dependents is determined by labor agreement or APM, as applicable. Physicians should contact their supervisor for health plan options and rates. Please note that Temporary and Extra Help positions are not typically eligible for benefits. This is only brief summary of benefits available to eligible Lane County employees. In all cases, plan documents govern.

For additional information about these extraordinary benefits contact the Benefit Resource Center at 1-866-468-7272, or Lane County HR at (541) 682-3124.

IMPORTANT : Please ensure you have included all RELEVANT education, employment and experience in your application. To ensure compliance with Oregon Equal Pay laws, Human Resources will conduct a wage analysis based on the information you have provided in your application to determine the appropriate starting wage if you are selected.

Do you have a valid Oregon CDL?

If you have a CDL, please list the class, endorsements and expiration date. If you do not have a CDL, please list N / A

Do you have a valid Oregon Medical Card?

If you do have a valid Medical Card, please list the expiration date.

If you do not have a valid Medical Card, are you able to obtain one by time of appointment?

Federal regulations require applicants for positions such as this one (operating commercial motor vehicles) to provide specific information during the job application process. Accordingly, we ask that you provide the following : Address History - 3 years : EACH ADDRESS where you resided for the 3 years prior to the date upon which you submit this application. If your address for the past 3 years is the same as the address you listed on this application form, you may write "See application," in the space provided.

How many years of experience do you have in the operation of a variety of over-the-road transport and / or landfill construction equipment, including experience performing semi-skilled and skilled tasks?

Required Question

Salary : $23 - $29