What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chief Solid Waste Operator position at Sitka, City and Borough of (AK)?
JOB
Primary Purpose of JobThe primary purpose of this position is to manage and coordinate complex solid waste operations including the supervision of solid waste staff. This position also regularly operates heavy equipment, such as the shear, logger baler, compactor, and excavator.Under the general supervision of the Environmental Superintendent, the employee is expected to independently perform their assigned duties and responsibilities.Essential Duties and Responsibilities• Interfaces with the public and operates sanitary landfill, scrap yard, recycle, and transfer station• Keeps related records for billing and compliance by accurately logging pertinent data to record daily solid waste operations• Utilizes a computer maintenance management system to receive, track, and log work assignments• Directs, trains, evaluates, and oversees the work of all solid waste staff• Provides information and demonstrations concerning how to perform certain work tasks to new employees responsible for solid waste management activities• Informs supervisor about inventory of incoming and outgoing materials• Performs daily, weekly, monthly, and annually, equipment, site, and facility inspections and prepares inspection reports as directed• Performs preventative maintenance on all solid waste equipment, facilities, and grounds• Cleans, fuels, lubricates, and performs repairs on Solid Waste equipment, tools, and facilities• Collects and prepares authorized disposal items for final disposition, such as shipping or landfilling, by safely removing all hazardous materials in an environmentally responsible manner• Coordinates and prepares by sorting, packaging, and completing manifests for all processed types of solid waste materials onto shipping containers to ensure loads are secure for transport on interstate highway system• Operates light to medium and heavy equipment and is responsible for regular maintenance• Compacts, bales or logs, sorts, cuts, classifies, and loads scrapped materials into shipping containers at the Scrap Yard• Operates heavy equipment to perform construction and demolition activities, biosolids processing, overburden management, and other various materials processing and disposal.• Operates all levels of heavy equipment as needed to perform the work assigned• Performs other duties as assigned
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Knowledge of: • Local, state, and federal codes, laws, and other requirements related to solid waste management activities• Operational means and methods associated with solid waste management operations and maintenance activities, equipment, and materials• Safe work practices associated with activities typical of a solid waste management facility including motor vehicle and other equipment operations and maintenance• All applicable CBS and Public Works directives, including general code, policies, plans, strategies, and proceduresSkills in: • Operating a personal computer using standard software, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and other customized maintenance management software, GPS technology, and other relevant tools for planning and tracking maintenance activities• Operating light tools or medium and heavy equipment to dismantle and process scrap materials for recycle• Customer service geared towards providing a positive and professional experience for all citizens• Leading, directing, mentoring, and training Solid Waste Operators to ensure quality work and adherence to safety protocols• Planning, organizing, and executing maintenance projects, including budget management and resource allocation• Identifying problems and implementing effective solutions in street maintenance operations• Verbal and written communication skills for interacting with staff, other departments, and the public• Engaging positively with the community and address any public concerns related to street maintenance activities• Managing multiple projects simultaneously while prioritizing tasks effectively based on urgency and needsAbility to: • Recognize and maintain confidential information• Comprehend and follow safety requirements, and state and federal requirements• Understand and follow policies, procedures, and instructions• Learn and master operational skills for a wide variety of light and heavy equipment• Maintain working knowledge of solid waste practices, equipment capabilities, and regulatory compliance.• Communicate well with others, both orally and in writing, using both technical and non-technical language• Prepare and present accurate and reliable reports related to work progress or problems, employee matters, and recommended solutions or findings of fact related to a work or staff situations• Use logical and creative thought processes to develop solutions according to written specifications and oral instructions• Perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines• Quickly learn and put to use new skills and knowledge
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Working Conditions: • Works in the field outside, often in inclement weather with related hazards, about 80% of the time• Works in office setting about 20% of the time performing scale shack duties, time entry, and work order entry• Works on and around active vehicle dismantling and hazardous waste processing activities with related hazards• Employee works daily with hazardous waste including, but not limited to, refrigerant from air conditioners, refrigerators, freezers, and vehicles, fluorescent bulbs, mercury switches, oils, antifreeze, fuels, batteries, electronic waste, asbestos, household hazardous waste, pressurized cylinders, biosolids, construction & demolition waste, and municipal solid waste.• Employee works regularly on light to heavy equipment such as balers, compactors, excavator, loaders, boom cranes, shears, forklifts, roll-off truck, trailers, snowplows, sweeping equipment, vac tanks, small engines, weight scales, and similar equipment which involve moving mechanical parts and at time in precarious places.Specific Physical Requirements: • Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling and crouching• Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, or carrying up to 50 pounds with or without assistance from appropriate equipment• Frequent physical movement (walking, standing, sitting, stooping, climbing) throughout the workday depending on operational needs and where working (office or field)• Frequently sits or rides in equipment for long periods of time• Frequently reaches, handles, and feels in order to operate vehicles and equipment• Hearing acuity to recognize alarms and other equipment noises or sounds• Visual acuity required to: o See both near and far acuity to operate vehicles and equipment, monitor operations and observe people and objectso Have the required depth perception to operate vehicles safely and effectivelyGeneral Physical Requirements: • Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing which permits the employee to communicate effectively• Sufficient vision, and powers of observation, which permits the employee to operate heavy equipment and tools, used in solid waste management, safely and effectively• Sufficient manual dexterity which permits the employee to utilize computers and heavy equipment controls or grasp tools used in the installation, maintenance, and repair of transportation and stormwater systems• Sufficient physical mobility and reflexes which permits the employee to climb, enter and exit confined spaces, inside and outdoors to manipulate equipment and adhere to safety protocols in the management of solid waste
Primary Purpose of JobThe primary purpose of this position is to manage and coordinate complex solid waste operations including the supervision of solid waste staff. This position also regularly operates heavy equipment, such as the shear, logger baler, compactor, and excavator.Under the general supervision of the Environmental Superintendent, the employee is expected to independently perform their assigned duties and responsibilities.Essential Duties and Responsibilities• Interfaces with the public and operates sanitary landfill, scrap yard, recycle, and transfer station• Keeps related records for billing and compliance by accurately logging pertinent data to record daily solid waste operations• Utilizes a computer maintenance management system to receive, track, and log work assignments• Directs, trains, evaluates, and oversees the work of all solid waste staff• Provides information and demonstrations concerning how to perform certain work tasks to new employees responsible for solid waste management activities• Informs supervisor about inventory of incoming and outgoing materials• Performs daily, weekly, monthly, and annually, equipment, site, and facility inspections and prepares inspection reports as directed• Performs preventative maintenance on all solid waste equipment, facilities, and grounds• Cleans, fuels, lubricates, and performs repairs on Solid Waste equipment, tools, and facilities• Collects and prepares authorized disposal items for final disposition, such as shipping or landfilling, by safely removing all hazardous materials in an environmentally responsible manner• Coordinates and prepares by sorting, packaging, and completing manifests for all processed types of solid waste materials onto shipping containers to ensure loads are secure for transport on interstate highway system• Operates light to medium and heavy equipment and is responsible for regular maintenance• Compacts, bales or logs, sorts, cuts, classifies, and loads scrapped materials into shipping containers at the Scrap Yard• Operates heavy equipment to perform construction and demolition activities, biosolids processing, overburden management, and other various materials processing and disposal.• Operates all levels of heavy equipment as needed to perform the work assigned• Performs other duties as assigned
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Knowledge of: • Local, state, and federal codes, laws, and other requirements related to solid waste management activities• Operational means and methods associated with solid waste management operations and maintenance activities, equipment, and materials• Safe work practices associated with activities typical of a solid waste management facility including motor vehicle and other equipment operations and maintenance• All applicable CBS and Public Works directives, including general code, policies, plans, strategies, and proceduresSkills in: • Operating a personal computer using standard software, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and other customized maintenance management software, GPS technology, and other relevant tools for planning and tracking maintenance activities• Operating light tools or medium and heavy equipment to dismantle and process scrap materials for recycle• Customer service geared towards providing a positive and professional experience for all citizens• Leading, directing, mentoring, and training Solid Waste Operators to ensure quality work and adherence to safety protocols• Planning, organizing, and executing maintenance projects, including budget management and resource allocation• Identifying problems and implementing effective solutions in street maintenance operations• Verbal and written communication skills for interacting with staff, other departments, and the public• Engaging positively with the community and address any public concerns related to street maintenance activities• Managing multiple projects simultaneously while prioritizing tasks effectively based on urgency and needsAbility to: • Recognize and maintain confidential information• Comprehend and follow safety requirements, and state and federal requirements• Understand and follow policies, procedures, and instructions• Learn and master operational skills for a wide variety of light and heavy equipment• Maintain working knowledge of solid waste practices, equipment capabilities, and regulatory compliance.• Communicate well with others, both orally and in writing, using both technical and non-technical language• Prepare and present accurate and reliable reports related to work progress or problems, employee matters, and recommended solutions or findings of fact related to a work or staff situations• Use logical and creative thought processes to develop solutions according to written specifications and oral instructions• Perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines• Quickly learn and put to use new skills and knowledge
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Working Conditions: • Works in the field outside, often in inclement weather with related hazards, about 80% of the time• Works in office setting about 20% of the time performing scale shack duties, time entry, and work order entry• Works on and around active vehicle dismantling and hazardous waste processing activities with related hazards• Employee works daily with hazardous waste including, but not limited to, refrigerant from air conditioners, refrigerators, freezers, and vehicles, fluorescent bulbs, mercury switches, oils, antifreeze, fuels, batteries, electronic waste, asbestos, household hazardous waste, pressurized cylinders, biosolids, construction & demolition waste, and municipal solid waste.• Employee works regularly on light to heavy equipment such as balers, compactors, excavator, loaders, boom cranes, shears, forklifts, roll-off truck, trailers, snowplows, sweeping equipment, vac tanks, small engines, weight scales, and similar equipment which involve moving mechanical parts and at time in precarious places.Specific Physical Requirements: • Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling and crouching• Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, or carrying up to 50 pounds with or without assistance from appropriate equipment• Frequent physical movement (walking, standing, sitting, stooping, climbing) throughout the workday depending on operational needs and where working (office or field)• Frequently sits or rides in equipment for long periods of time• Frequently reaches, handles, and feels in order to operate vehicles and equipment• Hearing acuity to recognize alarms and other equipment noises or sounds• Visual acuity required to: o See both near and far acuity to operate vehicles and equipment, monitor operations and observe people and objectso Have the required depth perception to operate vehicles safely and effectivelyGeneral Physical Requirements: • Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing which permits the employee to communicate effectively• Sufficient vision, and powers of observation, which permits the employee to operate heavy equipment and tools, used in solid waste management, safely and effectively• Sufficient manual dexterity which permits the employee to utilize computers and heavy equipment controls or grasp tools used in the installation, maintenance, and repair of transportation and stormwater systems• Sufficient physical mobility and reflexes which permits the employee to climb, enter and exit confined spaces, inside and outdoors to manipulate equipment and adhere to safety protocols in the management of solid waste
