Senior Program Specialist (Driver for Department of Recycling Program) TEMPORARY

Job Description

Job Description

SCOPE OF WORKThis position aims to provide efficient and accurate processing of recyclable material (CRV beverage, e-waste, waste tires, used oil, and used mattresses) collected from buy-backs, routes, and special collection events. Senior Program Specialists must be well-versed in and follow SCC safety and operational rules and procedures, as well as internal and external state regulations. They must also have the willingness and ability to mentor and professionally work alongside Corps Members to promote and inspire their growth.ACCOUNTABILITIESDriving / Local Collections & SpikeInspect trucks prior to beginning routes to ensure safe operating conditionDrive trucks, following established routes, through residential streets or alleys or through business or industrial areasOperate equipment that compresses collected refuseDrop off recyclable materials at Legacy Processing FacilityDismount from collection trucks to collect recyclables (beverage containers & e-waste) and remount trucks to ride to the next collection point within incorporated and unincorporated areas and the U.S. Forest and National ParkCommunicate with the Assistant Director or Program Coordinator concerning delays, unsafe sites, accidents, equipment breakdowns, or other maintenance problemsClean trucks or flatbeds after routes have been completedMake special pickups of recyclable materials, such as e-waste, used oil, waste tires, or beverage containersMove freight, stock, or other materials to and from storage or production areas, collection vehicles, trailers, or containers, by hand or using trucks, tractors, or other equipmentInstall protective devices, such as bracing, padding, or strapping, to prevent shifting or damage to items being transportedAbility to weatherize and open and close a campsiteLaborer & Material Mover, HandlerSort materials, such as e-waste, waste tires, and CRV aluminum, plastic, and glass, from garbage into appropriate containers for recyclingClean recycling yard by sweeping, raking, picking up broken glass and loose paper debris, or moving barrels and binsOperate forklifts, pallet jacks, power lifts, or front-end loaders to load bales, bundles, or other heavy items onto trucks for shipping to smelters or other recycled materials processing facilitiesClean, inspect, or lubricate recyclable collection equipment or perform routine maintenance or minor repairs on recycling equipment, such as densifiers, balers, weight scales, and processing line beltsDeposit recoverable materials into chutes or place materials on conveyor beltsOperate balers to compress recyclable materials into bundles or balesSort and track materials, such as CRV beverage containers (aluminum, plastic, and glass), e-waste, waste tires, and mattresses, according to recycling requirementsRecord logs of recycled materials as required by SCC-CSET, CalRecycle, and DTSC requirementsCollect recyclable materials (CRV beverage containers and e-waste) from curbside for delivery to designated facilitiesOperate automated refuse or manual recycling collection vehiclesSort cargo before loading and shipping to processor and recyclerCarry out general yard duties, such as mowing and weed whackingWash out recycling containers or storage areasSpecial Collection EventsWork non-traditional days and hoursMove levers or controls that operate lifting devices, such as forklifts, lift beams with swivel hooks, hoists, or elevating platforms, to load, unload, transport, or stack materialMove controls to drive gasoline- or electric-powered trucks, cars, or tractors and transport materials between loading, processing, and storage areasManually or mechanically load or unload materials (CRV beverage containers, e-waste, and mattresses) from pallets, skids, platforms, cars, lifting devices, or other transport vehiclesPosition lifting devices under, over, or around loaded pallets, recycling bins, or boxes and secure material or products for transport to designated areasInspect product loads (e-waste, CRV beverage containers, or mattresses) for accuracy and safely move them around the warehouse or facility to ensure timely and complete processingWeigh materials or products and record weight or other production data on tags or labels as required by SCC-CSET, CalRecycle, or DTSCOperate or tend automatic stacking, loading, packaging, or cutting machinesAttach slings, hooks, or other devices to lift cargo and guide loadsMaintain equipment storage areas to ensure that inventory is protectedAdjust controls to guide, position, or move equipment, such as collection bins and e-wasteGuide loads being lifted to prevent swingingBuy-BackPayout by cash for CRV beverage materialAnswer customers' questions and provide information on procedures or policies in accordance with SCC-CSET and CalRecycle policies and regulationsIssue receipts or change due to customers accuratelyGreet customers bringing CRV or other material to an SCC-CSET establishmentMentor Corps Members and assist in providing on-the-job trainingAssist customers by providing information and resolving their complaints as they relate to a buy-backMaintain clean and orderly checkout areas and complete other general cleaning duties, such as sweeping floors and emptying trash cansEnsure that all opening and closing processes are completed daily in accordance with SCC-CSET and CalRecycle policies and regulationsWeigh items sold by weight to determine pricesSort, weigh, and track all incoming CRV beverage material daily via internal tracking logs to ensure that material is properly tagged for shippingComplete shipping logs when shipping to ensure that material is properly accounted for at the internal facility as well as the recycling processorProperly alert chain of command when material does not reconcile based on total sales when doing daily weigh-in and when shipping and processing material at the recycling processorAssist with duties in other areas of the facility, such as monitoring the processing facility and assisting colleagues and Corps Members with other assignmentsCount money in cash drawers at the beginning of shifts to ensure amounts are correct and that there is adequate changeCalculate total payments received during a time period and reconcile this with total salesKeep periodic balance sheets of amounts and numbers of transactionsCompute and record totals of transactionsSort, count, wrap, and/or unwrap currency and coinsCompile and maintain non-monetary weigh and customer reports and recordsMentorHelp build rapport each time he/she meets with a new Corps MemberAsk open-ended "how" and "what" questions to Corps Members working alongside him/herChallenge and/or encourage Corps Members depending on what the situation requiresOffer opportunities to problem-solve and exchange ideasProvide feedback that is honest, open, and positiveTake a genuine interest in helping Corps Members succeedPresent opportunities and options to Corps Members that they may not have recognized on their ownProvide guidance and options, to the best of his/her knowledge, that help Corps Members reach their goalsMentor and serve as a role model for Corps Members and other staffAbility to deal with Corps Members in a calm, professional, friendly, and patient mannerSKILLS & ABILITIESUphold company principles and practices to the highest degree and represent the agency in a professional mannerAbility to effectively read a mapPossess a functional knowledge of the demographics of the service areaAbility to speak effectively in groups of peopleAbility to maintain a busy work schedule and provide effective recommendationsAbility to mentor, inspire, and motivate Corps MembersAbility to develop and maintain effective working relationships with employers, co-workers, Corps Members, other agencies, and the general publicKnowledgeable in modern office procedures and methods; proficient in the use of a computer, Windows operating system, Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and Access), and program databaseExcellent organizational skills and attention to detailAbility to work effectively with minimal supervisionAbility to communicate effectively both verbally and in written formWORK CONDITIONS & ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position is typically situated out of our Legacy Processing Facility with regular exposure to factors such as temperature extremes, moving machinery, loud noise, and smells which can be unpleasant.Requires intermittent periods during which continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting, and maneuvering material or equipment, some of which may be heavy or awkwardOccasional requirement to lift, carry, push, and put various items in excess of 100 lbs.Requires ability to work non-traditional work hours, which occasionally requires working weekends, evenings, early mornings, and overnightCOMPENSATIONPay Range: $21.36 – $22.11 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience. This position is classified as Non-Exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is eligible for overtime pay in accordance with California and federal law. Overtime requires prior supervisor approval.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERCSET is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.CSET complies with the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Fair Chance Act. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants and employees with disabilities upon request.DISCLAIMER STATEMENTThe supplemental job description lists typical examples of work and is not intended to include every job and responsibility of this position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that classification.It is our company policy to conduct fingerprint testing with each employee upon hire if they are assigned to work with our agency.  Fingerprint status is a condition to employment with C-SET. Information obtained is kept confidential.  Fingerprinting is obtained prior to job assignment and does not constitute an offer of employment.