PW Technician II-Solid Waste

Public Works Technician II

The Town of Holly Springs is seeking a Public Works Technician II to serve in the Solid Waste division. This position is responsible for performing work in collecting and removing yard waste and debris from residential and public streets and outdoor areas. Days and hours – Tuesday -Friday 6:30 – 5 pm (some mandatory weekends as well) Reports to the Public Works Supervisor. Work is checked for accuracy, quality, and adherence to instructions. Employees may need to occasionally choose from defined alternatives to resolve problems but consult with the Supervisor on matters not covered by guidelines. Incumbents have no supervisory responsibilities. The starting annual salary is $45,867.44 (Grade D).

Essential Functions

• Drives and operates vehicles, including an ASL, Rear Loader, Knuckle Boom, Leaf vacuum, Flat bed, and dump trucks, to collect residential yard waste.
• Collect yard waste debris from public streets.
• Completes assigned and scheduled routes safely on time and without assistance.
• Drives a designated vehicle to a designated disposal site, unloads, and returns directly to the route.
• Operate the assigned equipment safely. Ensures proper traffic control and safety procedures and devices are available for traffic control during collection activities.
• Clears storm drains and maintains stormwater conveyance infrastructure.
• Applies rock salt or salt brine and performs snow and ice removal from Town streets and sidewalks, including snow plowing.
• Performs operators' preventive checks and minor preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
• Operate hand-held electronic devices for routing and pre- and post-trip procedures.
• Reports maintenance and/or repair needs that require mechanical assistance.
• Completes work orders, daily activity reports, inspection reports, and time sheets; maintains maintenance and service records/logs and other pertinent information.
• Respond to customer complaints and/or concerns. Advises the Supervisor(s) of complaints and/or concerns not resolved.
• Responds to essential field personnel in emergency and inclement weather situations.
• Assists with set-up and clean-up for Town-sponsored festivals, parades, and events.
• Provide back-up support and assistance to the department as needed.
• Reports on work for after-hours needs, assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1. Knowledge of safe and proper solid waste handling practices. 2. Knowledge of items banned from disposal in landfills. 3. Knowledge of what constitutes hazardous waste and yard waste. 4. Knowledge of traffic safety principles. 5. Working knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions. 6. Working knowledge of environmental and regulatory requirements related to the work. 7. Knowledge of traffic laws, ordinances, and regulations about using tools and motorized equipment. 8. Knowledge of legal load limits for assigned equipment and vehicles. 9. Ability to operate assigned machinery and equipment skillfully and safely near vehicular traffic. 10. Knowledge of operating, caring, and repairing maintenance equipment and tools. 11. Knowledge of occupational hazards (OSHA) and safe work practices, including Safety Data Sheets. 12. Knowledge of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). 13. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. 14. Skill in organizational and time management to prioritize duties to accomplish a high volume of work products while adapting to constant changes in priority. 15. Ability to understand and effectively carry out local policies and procedures, written instructions, general correspondence, and Federal, State, and local regulations. 16. Ability to perform detailed work accurately and independently in compliance with stringent time limits with minimal direction and supervision. 17. Ability to prepare and maintain accurate and concise records and reports consistent with the position. 18. Ability to communicate concisely and effectively in English with staff, administration, and the public in both written and verbal form. 19. Ability to adapt and take control of situations, responsibly dictating subordinate activities. 20. Ability to instruct and train in methods and procedures. 21. Ability to organize, assign, and modify others' work assignments, and (re) establish priorities to meet deadlines. 22. Ability to define problems, exercise sound judgment, and address a variety of situations. 23. Ability to think quickly, maintain self-control, and adapt to stressful situations. 24. Ability to always maintain professionalism. 25. Ability to work as a member of a team. 26. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. 27. The ability to perform mathematical calculations is required for this position. 28. Ability to work the position's allocated and flexible hours, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, due to adverse weather conditions, construction projects, or other emergency services.

Physical and Work Environment

The physical and environmental characteristics described in this description represent those employees encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions or as otherwise required by law. Employees needing reasonable accommodation should discuss the request with their supervisor. 1. This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 75 pounds of force and strenuous manual labor, including, but not limited to, digging, shoveling, sweeping, raking, hauling, crawling, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, twisting, and climbing. 2. Work performed may require walking or standing significantly on rough terrain or may involve sitting for long periods with pushing and pulling of arm and/or leg controls. 3. Work may be performed above or below ground, including confined spaces. 4. Work has standard vision requirements. 5. Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas using the spoken word. 6. Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels. 7. May be subject to hazardous chemicals/pesticides. 8. Duties are performed under all weather conditions and include exposure to inclement weather.

Minimum Required Qualifications

1. High school diploma or equivalent. 2. Previous experience in public works, construction, or solid waste is preferred.

Other Requirements

1. Level II: Must have a valid Class B CDL Driver's license minimum.