Laborer/Spotter - 616 - Landfill

Distinguishing Features of Work Manual work in grounds, building, equipment, and landfill maintenance and operation activities. As experience is gained, employees may be assigned to more difficult tasks and/or be cross‑trained to assist and serve as a backup for the Equipment Operator I position. Work is performed under the direction of a supervisor who issues general instructions for routine jobs and specific instructions at the beginning of each new job when departures are made from established procedures. Schedule Monday – Friday 7:00 am – 5:30 pm and alternating Saturdays 7:00 am – 5:00 pm. Bargaining Unit Service Employee’s International (SEIU). Employees within the department or division shall be given first consideration. Posting may close at any time. Examples of Work Performed Directs traffic at and around the working face of a construction and demolition (C&D) landfill. Monitors and sorts materials brought into a C&D landfill. Assists skilled and semi‑skilled workers in varied building maintenance and repair activities. Shovels snow and breaks ice from streets and sidewalks. Assists Equipment Operators in performing equipment maintenance. Requires operation of a vehicle to complete work assignments. These examples are not intended to be all‑inclusive. Other related duties may be assigned as needed. Requirements of Work Ability to acquire within a reasonable period knowledge of the procedures, tools, equipment and materials used in landfill work. Ability to follow simple oral and written instructions. Ability to enter data into computer spreadsheets or other software. Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions. Ability to shovel snow, sand, gravel, dirt, and/or compost. Ability to tolerate exposure to airborne environmental nuisances associated with traffic and machine exhaust, open grounds, and landfill operations. Ability to tolerate equipment and machinery noise with the use of ear plugs. Ability to safely and effectively swing a 20‑pound sledgehammer against brick, concrete, or similar substances. Ability to lift and carry bulky items weighing up to 80 pounds. Ability to lift and carry up to 150 pounds with the assistance of another. Ability to pull, shove or otherwise maneuver items weighing up to 150 pounds. Ability to perform tasks that require pushing, pulling, climbing (ladders and in/out of vehicular equipment), bending, twisting, reaching, standing, and walking (up to a half mile at a time) for most of a ten‑hour shift. Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing. Ability to wear safety toed boots and other personal protective equipment as required. Ability to acquire and maintain a valid Kansas Driver’s License within 90 days of hire. Position requires working outdoors in inclement weather including rain, snow, ice, sleet, heat, and humidity plus emergency response operations that may include operating equipment and vehicles on overnight shifts, weekends and in low‑light and low‑visibility conditions or other adverse weather conditions. Employee must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace. Experience and Training Required Experience and Training Must be 18 years of age or older. Must be able to acquire a valid Kansas Driver’s License within 90 days of hire. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Preferred Experience and Training High school diploma, GED, or vocational degree in equipment operation and/or construction. 6 months of experience in landfill, construction, landscaping, and jobs involving physical and manual labor. Valid Kansas Driver’s License. Valid Kansas Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Bi‑lingual (English/Spanish) speaking ability. Additional Employment Conditions Position is part of a random drug testing pool; employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with company policies and applicable laws. Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre‑employment physical, which includes drug screening, and upon satisfactory evaluation of the results of a criminal record check. Starting pay for current City employees will be determined by City of Wichita policy or applicable bargaining unit agreement. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. See the following resources for further information: Madison on Equal Employment Opportunity Know Your Rights Equal Pay Act Compliance This position is E‑Verify exempt as stated by the City of Wichita. Full‑time Employee Benefits Vacation: 10 days per year for employees with less than five years employment; accrual increases after five years. Carry forward up to 240 hours each year. Holidays: Eleven paid holidays plus one Personal Holiday after six months of employment. Sick Leave: Accrual begins at one‑half day per month; after five years, accrual is one work day per month. Unused leave can be carried forward. 24 hours (3 days) or less of sick leave in a calendar year earns a "Well Day"; an additional "Well Day" can be earned following a year of perfect attendance. Health Insurance: UMR / United Healthcare provides two levels of medical and prescription drug plans. Both plans are PPOs and include Teladoc virtual care and VSP Vision benefits. The City contributes 80% of premium costs. Dental Insurance: Two Delta Dental plans (Preferred and Traditional) with pre‑tax premium deductions. Life and Supplemental Life Insurance: Low‑cost voluntary term life insurance available; employees pay one‑third of the cost. Additional voluntary term life insurance available from MetLife. Accidental death and dismemberment coverage included. Long‑term Disability Insurance: Voluntary employee‑paid group disability plan from MetLife provides 60% of pre‑disability income. Retirement: WER Plan 3 and Commissioned Police & Fire Plan C‑79; defined contribution and defined benefit plans respectively; contributory. Flexible Spending Accounts: Employees may elect to make pre‑tax deductions for dependent care and/or unreimbursed medical expenses. Long‑term Care Insurance: Provided by UNUM with various options for benefits. Deferred Compensation Investment Program. Employee Discounts and Wichita Employee Association (WEA). Bereavement Pay. Employee Emergency Assistance Fund. Voluntary Shared Leave Program. Training Programs. Longevity Pay. Credit Union. Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Injury Leave (on‑job injury). Community Volunteer Events. #J-18808-Ljbffr