PT- HHW Technician

Location:
1717 Pleasant Street - Noblesville, Indiana, 46060

Hamilton County is one of Indiana's fastest growing, highest educated and wealthiest counties in the state and the Midwest. Two-thirds of the workforce lives and works in the county -- a percent that has remained constant since 2010. Hamilton County is continually recognized in rankings ranging from "Best Cities to Relocate To" and "Best City to Raise a Family" to "Healthiest County in Indiana" and "Happiest Suburbs in the Nation". Come be a part of all Hamilton County has to offer as we work together to serve the citizens of Hamilton County.

Job Description:

POSITION DESCRIPTION

COUNTY OF HAMILTON, INDIANA

POSITION: HHW Technician

DEPARTMENT: Household Hazardous Waste

WORK SCHEDULE: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., T-F (As assigned by Director)

8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Saturday (required to work)

STATUS: Part-Time (up to 29 hours per week )

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt

HOURLY RATE:: up to $19 per hour (depending on experience)

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this document are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Incumbent serves as Part Time HHW Technician for the Household Hazardous Waste Department, responsible for assisting residents with the disposal of regulated or hazardous materials from their households.

DUTIES:

Sorts and packages regulated and/or hazardous materials to OSHA and DOT standards.

Assists residents with unloading their hazardous materials and/or recyclables.


Be able to answer general questions about what the program does and does not accept.


Performs related duties as assigned.

I. JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Some high-school experience, high school diploma, or GED

Working knowledge of standard English grammar, spelling, and punctuation, and ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with co-workers, other County departments, other government agencies, and the public, including being sensitive to professional ethics, gender, cultural diversities and disabilities.

Ability to properly operate various types of equipment, such as computer and printer, and to operate light duty equipment such as a pallet jack and carts. Ability to properly to properly wear chemical protective clothing.

Ability to properly package materials for safe storage, transportation, and/or disposal.

Ability to understand, memorize, and carry out written and oral instructions, and appropriately respond to constructive criticism.

Ability to work alone and with others in a team environment, and maintain appropriate, respectful interrelationships with co-workers.

Ability to use appropriate universal health and safety precautions to avoid contamination/infection in high-risk environments.

Ability to comply with all employer/department personnel policies and work rules, including, but not limited to, attendance, safety, drug-free workplace, and personal conduct.

Ability to competently serve the public with diplomacy and respect, including during occasional encounters with irate/hostile persons.

Ability to provide public access to or maintain confidentiality of department information/records according to state requirements.

Ability to occasionally work extended, evening, and/or weekend hours.

Ability to serve on 24-hour call for emergencies.

Possession of a valid driver's license and demonstrated safe driving record.

As a result of the duties associated with this job, there is the potential of becoming exposed to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious diseases. To safeguard employees and eliminate the liability placed on Hamilton County, employees working in this position shall begin the three shot Hepatitis B vaccination and subsequent training within 10 days of their initial job assignment per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030(f)(2)(i). The initial and two subsequent vaccinations shall be administered by the Hamilton County Health Department and free of charge to the employee. If the employee has previously received the three shot Hepatitis B vaccination, official documentation must be provided to the supervisor identifying the dates in which each shot was appropriately administered. A Temporary Medical Declination may be made for a period of up to six months. A Declination form must be completed, outlining the medical reasons for the temporary declination and forwarded to the Safety & Risk Manager. Employees temporarily declining the vaccine are prohibited from performing any duties in which they may be exposed to a blood borne pathogen or other potentially infectious disease until they are able to begin/continue the series of vaccinations. Failure to comply will result in termination of employment.

II. DIFFICULTY OF WORK:

Incumbent's duties are broad in scope and of substantial intricacy, involving many variables or considerations with interrelationships that are not clearly evident. Incumbent performs according to well-defined legal requirements and department policies and procedures, exercising independent judgement in applying guidelines and technical knowledge of specific cases and circumstances.

III. RESPONSIBILITY:

Incumbent applies standardized practices to specific cases, referring to supervisor unusual or unprecedented situations as needed. Incumbent receives indirect or occasional supervision, with work reviewed primarily for attainment of and effect on department goals/objectives and compliance with legal requirements.

IV. PERSONAL WORK RELATIONSHIPS:

Incumbent maintains frequent contact with co-workers, other County departments, other government agencies, and the public for the purpose of exchanging information, giving presentations, rendering services and developing programs.

Incumbent reports directly to the Director.

V. PHYSICAL EFFORT AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Incumbent performs duties in a waste collection facility, involving sitting and walking at will, sitting/walking for long periods, walking on uneven terrain, pushing/pulling/lifting/carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds, crouching/kneeling, bending, reaching, close and far vision, depth and color perception, speaking clearly, keyboarding, hearing sounds/communication, handling/grasping/fingering objects, and exposure to extreme temperatures, dust, dirt, odors, fumes, heavy machinery, household chemicals, and wearing protective clothing or equipment. Universal health and safety precautions must be followed at all times to avoid infection and injury to self and others.

Incumbent occasionally works extended and evening hours, weekends, and occasionally travels out of town.

APPLICANT/EMPLOYEE ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

The job description for the position of Part-Time Technician for the Hamilton Hazardous Waste Department describes the duties and responsibilities for employment in this position. I acknowledge that I have received this job description and understand that it is not a contract of employment. I am responsible for reading this job description and complying with all job duties, requirements and responsibilities contained herein, and any subsequent revisions.

Hamilton County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We participate in E-Verify.