What are the responsibilities and job description for the NCIRSWA - RECYCLING OPERATOR position at Webster County, IA?
JOB
NORTH CENTRAL IOWA REGIONAL SOLID WASTE AGENCY WILL CONTINUE TO RECRUIT UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED.GENERAL SUMMARYNorth Central Iowa Regional Solid Waste Agency (NCIRSWA) is a government public entity that serves residents and businesses within a designated service area. Perform daily recycling operations in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations and the policies established by the NCIRSWA. Ability and knowledge to operate light equipment and material balers. The Recycling Operator will be responsible for performing all activities related to recycling operations to ensure that the activities are completed in conformance of regulations and industry standards.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESTypical work week is 40 hours Monday-FridayOperate light equipment i.e., fork-truck, skid-steer, mini-wheel loader, pickup snow blade, material balersPerform routine maintenance and repairs to Agency owned equipment, buildings, and propertyFollow established procedures for the safe handling, identification, and segregation of materials throughout the receiving processAssist public with electronic waste, safe handling, and segregationParticipate in all safety training, follows established safety procedures, makes recommendations for safety improvements and corrects unsafe acts or conditions when appropriatePerform duties associated with the sorting and processing of the recyclables including but not limited to; separating recyclables prior to baling, tying the bales, operating the can sorter, storage and segregating baled materials, and loading trucksEnsure daily logs/checklists/records are completedPerform routine custodial duties to clean and maintain the recycling center and surrounding groundsAssist with collection of recyclable materials in a small packer truck on a local recycling routeOther duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Recycling Operations Supervisor or Manager
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGEAbility to read and interpret documents; safety rules, operating, maintenance instructionsDemonstrates knowledge of appropriate recycling sorting practicesPossess knowledge and experience in the operation and maintenance of light equipment and material balers used in typical recycling activitiesCommunicate politely, professionally, and effectively daily with the publicWork safely and independently in the absence of supervisionWillingness and ability to work in a team environmentWORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. This job is subject primarily to climate controlled environmental conditions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Stair or step climbing onto and off of equipment, and driving 2-4 hours/dayBending, kneeling, twisting, turning, possibly in small spaces 3-6 hr./day Frequently Lift/Carry up to twenty (20), occasionally up to fifty (50)Push/Pull up to twenty-five (20), occasionally up to fifty (50) pounds, rarely up to hundred (100) poundsSitting while operating equipment 3-6 hours/dayGrasping, handing, reaching repetitively 3-6 hours/day Have reasonable periphery vision to be able to safely operate equipmentOccasional exposure to moderate to loud background noise (backup alarms, equipment, etc.)Must regularly utilize personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection, gloves, and protective clothing. Must frequently utilize personal protective equipment such as a hard hat.PRE-EMPLOYMENT TESTINGMust pass post-offer physical and drug screenBENEFITSBenefits for this position include; dental, health, and vision insurance, paid holidays, paid vacation (accrual), paid sick leave (accrual), and Iowa Public Employees’ Retirement System (IPERS). Safety Toed Shoes and Uniform Allowance.DisclaimerThe information in this description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this job. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, requirements, qualifications, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. While this description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, the Employer reserves the right to revise the functions and duties of the job or to require that additional or different tasks be performed as directed by the Employer. The successful candidate may be required to work overtime, different shifts or hours outside the normally defined workday or workweek. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment nor alter the successful candidate’s status as an at will employee.
NORTH CENTRAL IOWA REGIONAL SOLID WASTE AGENCY WILL CONTINUE TO RECRUIT UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED.GENERAL SUMMARYNorth Central Iowa Regional Solid Waste Agency (NCIRSWA) is a government public entity that serves residents and businesses within a designated service area. Perform daily recycling operations in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations and the policies established by the NCIRSWA. Ability and knowledge to operate light equipment and material balers. The Recycling Operator will be responsible for performing all activities related to recycling operations to ensure that the activities are completed in conformance of regulations and industry standards.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESTypical work week is 40 hours Monday-FridayOperate light equipment i.e., fork-truck, skid-steer, mini-wheel loader, pickup snow blade, material balersPerform routine maintenance and repairs to Agency owned equipment, buildings, and propertyFollow established procedures for the safe handling, identification, and segregation of materials throughout the receiving processAssist public with electronic waste, safe handling, and segregationParticipate in all safety training, follows established safety procedures, makes recommendations for safety improvements and corrects unsafe acts or conditions when appropriatePerform duties associated with the sorting and processing of the recyclables including but not limited to; separating recyclables prior to baling, tying the bales, operating the can sorter, storage and segregating baled materials, and loading trucksEnsure daily logs/checklists/records are completedPerform routine custodial duties to clean and maintain the recycling center and surrounding groundsAssist with collection of recyclable materials in a small packer truck on a local recycling routeOther duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Recycling Operations Supervisor or Manager
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGEAbility to read and interpret documents; safety rules, operating, maintenance instructionsDemonstrates knowledge of appropriate recycling sorting practicesPossess knowledge and experience in the operation and maintenance of light equipment and material balers used in typical recycling activitiesCommunicate politely, professionally, and effectively daily with the publicWork safely and independently in the absence of supervisionWillingness and ability to work in a team environmentWORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. This job is subject primarily to climate controlled environmental conditions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Stair or step climbing onto and off of equipment, and driving 2-4 hours/dayBending, kneeling, twisting, turning, possibly in small spaces 3-6 hr./day Frequently Lift/Carry up to twenty (20), occasionally up to fifty (50)Push/Pull up to twenty-five (20), occasionally up to fifty (50) pounds, rarely up to hundred (100) poundsSitting while operating equipment 3-6 hours/dayGrasping, handing, reaching repetitively 3-6 hours/day Have reasonable periphery vision to be able to safely operate equipmentOccasional exposure to moderate to loud background noise (backup alarms, equipment, etc.)Must regularly utilize personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection, gloves, and protective clothing. Must frequently utilize personal protective equipment such as a hard hat.PRE-EMPLOYMENT TESTINGMust pass post-offer physical and drug screenBENEFITSBenefits for this position include; dental, health, and vision insurance, paid holidays, paid vacation (accrual), paid sick leave (accrual), and Iowa Public Employees’ Retirement System (IPERS). Safety Toed Shoes and Uniform Allowance.DisclaimerThe information in this description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this job. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, requirements, qualifications, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. While this description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, the Employer reserves the right to revise the functions and duties of the job or to require that additional or different tasks be performed as directed by the Employer. The successful candidate may be required to work overtime, different shifts or hours outside the normally defined workday or workweek. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment nor alter the successful candidate’s status as an at will employee.
