Transfer Station Light Equipment Operator

Position SummaryThis position inspects, documents, and directs the placement of acceptable incoming waste at Becker County permitted solid waste facilities., directs proper placement of waste materials at the solid waste facility. Manages waste with light equipment as needed. Responsible to accept, categorize, register and process incoming household hazardous waste at the Hazardous Waste Facilities, and to maintain buildings, and grounds at the facilities.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesMaterial Handling and Equipment OperationInspects and evaluates incoming materials to determine acceptability. Determines amount of acceptable waste, directs waste to onsite disposal area and estimates disposal charges for customers according to fee schedule.Accepts and directs the placement of incoming hazardous waste from the public following strict guidelines, properly registers, categorizes and sorts.Maintains the temporary storage and transfer areas of the solid waste facility which includes compost and brush, problem materials of appliances and tires, electronic waste, fluorescent bulbs, batteries, used oil & oil filter, and recyclables, unauthorized trash in the demolition landfill, and others.Operates and maintains motorized and non-motorized light equipment including but not limited to forklift, semi-tractor for transfer trailers, scale, cash register, and various tools.Prepares collected materials for transportation and disposal including, but not limited to, lab packing materials, and bulking of compatible fluids in larger containers such as 55-gallon drums or carboard gaylord boxes.Ancillary DutiesAssists with facility daily opening, closing, and other facility operations.Performs general maintenance, janitorial duties and minor repairs of the buildings and grounds including snow removal, road repairs, signage repair and fence repairs.Educates customers on a variety of solid waste issues including the proper sorting and transfer of solid waste, recycling, material reuse, and hazardous waste.Monitors the safety of job sites for benefit of customers and co-workers.Customer ServiceCommunicates with customers to explain procedures and policies.Provides customers with directions and guidance and resolves customer problems and concerns.Serves as customer service role model.Attends educational opportunities and meetings and maintains required certifications.Performs other duties as assigned or apparent.QualificationsEducation: High School diploma or equivalent.Requirements:Valid Minnesota Driver’s License.Knowledge of light equipment and basic tools used in maintenance, grounds keeping, solid waste and construction material debris.Ability to operate light equipment used to sort or transfer waste at the solid waste facility.Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions applicable to safe operation of equipment, tools and industrial settings.Ability to obtain Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Facility Operator Certificate, OSHA 24-hour Hazardous Training Program Certificate and HazCat Certificate within six months of hire.Ability to lift and navigate up to 25 pounds on a routine basis and carry materials weighing up to 100 pounds.Ability to complete initial program training and adhere to standard operating procedures.Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, correspondence and memos and to write simple correspondence.The ability to communicate effectively and have strong positive public relations skills.Ability to apply a variety of procedures, policies and precedents and to adapt standard methods to fit facts, using generally prescribed procedures.Physical Demands and Working ConditionsWork is performed in an office, outdoors, or on light equipment at the Becker County solid waste facilities which include the Transfer Station, Demolition Landfill and the Hazardous Waste facility.May be exposed to various atmospheric conditions such as odors, dusts, insects, poor ventilation, fumes, inclement weather, etc.Ability to lift, carry or push up to 100 pounds.May be exposed to uncooperative, angry or hostile individuals.Equipment UtilizedVariety of light equipment, department tools, and office equipment.Competencies Common to all County PositionsDevelop, maintain a thorough working knowledge of, and comply with all departmental and applicable County policies and procedures.Demonstration by personal example the spirit of service, excellence, and integrity expected from all staff.Develop respectful and cooperative working relationships with co-workers, including willing assistance to newer staff so job responsibilities can be performed with confidence as quickly as possible.Confer regularly with and keep immediate supervisor’s informed of all important matters which pertain to the applicable job functions and responsibilities.Represent Becker County in a professional manner to the public, outside contacts and constituencies. #J-18808-Ljbffr Becker County