SOLID WASTE SUPERVISOR

Solid Waste Management - North/South Operations

Applications accepted from all persons interested. Service line/section: Solid Waste Management - North/South Operations. Workdays and hours: Monday - Friday 6 AM - 3 PM. Subject to change. Weekends, holidays and disaster recovery.

Description of duties/essential functions: This individual will supervise the daily operational activities of a solid waste district, including the collection, transportation, and disposal of solid waste/recyclables. Issue work assignments and schedules, and/or reassign personnel to meet workload demands. Train employees on operations techniques. Investigate and respond to incidents, public inquiries, and vehicle accidents; resolve problems. Compile and maintain a variety of district records on such items as vehicles, equipment, personnel and operations. Prepare and submit required management reports. Verify disciplinary actions, overtime reports and employee performance evaluation reports. Verify automated route container inventory. Supervise distribution of performance evaluation reports. Verify automated route container inventory. Supervise distribution of automated containers. Prepare maps for collections and automation. Review operational policies and procedures. Recommend changes. Assist in preparing budget and cost analysis. This position will travel throughout the City of Houston districts.

Working conditions: The position requires lifting of heavy items of up to 60 pounds and/or walking on rough surfaces routinely and/or regular physical exertion such as climbing of ladders. There are routine discomforts from exposure to moderate heat, cold, moisture/wetness and unpleasant air conditions. The position may involve routine exposure to soiled materials and light chemical substances such as cleaning solution. All duties and responsibilities may not be included in the above job description.

Minimum Requirements

Educational requirements: Requires a high school diploma or GED certification. Experience requirements: Three (3) years of experience in solid waste operations or a closely related field are required. License requirements: A valid Texas Driver's License and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving (AP 2-2)

Preferences

Preference will be given to applicants who have a valid Driver's License. Experience in solid waste operations. Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.

General Information

Selection/skills tests required: Department may administer skills assessment test. Safety impact position: Yes. Salary information: Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification. Pay grade: 22. Application procedures: Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown. Applications must be submitted online at: To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: or call View phone number on click.appcast.io/ View phone number on click.appcast.io If you need special services or accommodations, please call TTY 7-1-1. View phone number on click.appcast.io If you need login assistance or technical support, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io. Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process. All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information. EOE Equal Opportunity Employer. The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.