Public Works Sanitation Attendant (Part-Time, Day-Time)

Employee manages daily operations of the transfer station and/or recycle center to provide a clean, efficient, and friendly location for citizens to dispose of recyclable and waste materials. This position is under the supervision of the Environmental Manager.

Fair Labor Standards Act Service:

Non-exempt. (Hourly)

Essential Functions of the Job:

Essential functions are fundamental job duties. They do not include marginal tasks, which are also performed but are not incidental to the primary functions. The omissions of specific statements of duties do not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position, nor does every position allocated to the job necessarily perform every duty listed.

• Assist citizens with drop-offs; answer questions concerning waste items.
• Ensure items are put in correct containers.
• Operate backhoe and solid waste compactor.
• Collect and receipt fees for building materials and other items dumped at the transfer station.
• Keep drop-off center clean; other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of departmental functions, rules, regulations and procedures.
• Knowledge of waste disposal processes.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards, safety standards and precautions.
• Ability to carry out routine written and oral instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the general public.

Equipment:

Backhoe and solid waste compactor (will train). Various hand tools including rakes, shovels, and leaf blowers.

Educational Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience Required:

No related experience required. Driver’s license valid in the State of Tennessee.

Problem Solving Requirements:

Carry out routine tasks using the backhoe to ensure the household trash hopper is free of blockages and clogs. Use of basic math skills to calculate fees and the correct amount of change for residents and non-residents who have paid to dump their building materials.

Writing Skills Required:

Fill out accurate receipts for waste disposal fees.

Speaking/Presentation Skills Required:

Communicate standard information regarding fees, proper disposal of different materials, and answer visitor questions.

Job Related Communication:

Within the department – daily

With employees in other departments – weekly

With employees in other organizations – daily

With the public – daily

Planning & Scheduling:

Very limited – little opportunity to plan or schedule own activities.

Difficulty of Work:

Work involves a variety of routine tasks performed in accordance with established and prescribed procedures.

• Knowledge of departmental functions, rules, regulations and procedures.
• Knowledge of the waste disposal processes.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards, safety standards and precautions.
• Ability to carry out routine written and oral instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the general public.

Assignment of Work:

Detailed instructions before tasks or duty begin.

Effects of Work Errors:

Errors are readily detected in normal course work by standard checks resulting in little or no difficulty in loss of time to correct.

Working Conditions:

On average 50 percent standing, 30 percent walking, and 20 percent sitting.

Approximately 50 lbs. or more maybe required lifting.

Lifting frequency – some

Bending – frequent

Pushing and/or pulling loads – some

Reaching over head – some

Kneeling – some

Crawling – none

Climbing ladders – occasional

Mental/Visual Effort:

Typing/CRT – occasional

Attention to detail – frequent

Monitoring equipment – frequent

Detailed inspection – frequent

Transcription/proofreading – occasional

Adverse Conditions:

Exposure to temperature extremes – frequent

Dangerous equipment – frequent

Chemicals – some

Noise – frequent

Physical effort/risk – frequent

Other Physical Risks or Efforts:

Working primarily outside in the presence of heavy equipment and other vehicles.

Work Schedule:

· Tuesday 6:30 am – 5:00 pm

· Wednesday 6:30 am – 5:00 pm

· Thursday 6:30 am – 5:00 pm

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $15.35 per hour

Expected hours: 30 per week

Benefits:

• On-the-job training

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift
• Year round work

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15