Landfill Maintenance Worker I

Stafford County; Stafford (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Stafford County is hiring a Landfill Maintenance Worker I to perform semi-skilled care and upkeep of facilities and equipment at the Regional Landfill. The role is entry-level, with starting pay from $16.81/hour and a full range up to $29.42/hour based on experience.

The position requires basic skills, the ability to work under supervision, and a commitment to safety as you assist with operations, maintenance, and customer assistance within the landfill service area.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of landfill operation and recycling processes.
• Knowledge of maintenance, custodial, and manual tasks.
• Knowledge of Stafford County and City of Fredericksburg roadways and litter patterns.
• Awareness of safety hazards and procedures in the work area.
• Ability to identify infectious and hazardous waste and follow proper handling procedures.
• Ability to operate machinery and lawn care equipment safely.
• Ability to operate vehicles with standard transmission.
• Ability to organize and perform related tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist with operation and maintenance of landfill and equipment.
• Operate trucks, loading containers and other landfill machinery.
• Perform custodial and building/grounds maintenance tasks.
• Unlock security gates and manage access.
• Direct traffic and verify authorization to dump.
• Advise citizens on landfill and recycling procedures.
• Follow safety programs and guidelines.
• Perform related tasks as required.

Skills

Landfill operations knowledge

Equipment operation

Safety procedures

Outdoor work readiness

Maintenance tasks

Traffic and roadway awareness

Hazardous waste handling

Customer assistance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1 year of manual labor experience

Tools

Lift body dump truck operation

Zero-turn mower operation

Job description

Job Description

Performs responsible semi-skilled work in the care and maintenance of facilities and equipment at the Regional Landfill or within the Regional Landfill service area. Does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision.

Job Description

Performs responsible semi-skilled work in the care and maintenance of facilities and equipment at the Regional Landfill or within the Regional Landfill service area. Does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision.

Landfill Maintenance Worker I position is the entry-level position in the Landfill Maintenance Worker job series. Landfill Maintenance Worker I employees possess basic skills and perform semi-independent work.

The starting salary for this position is $16.81/hour to $23.12/hour based on experience.

The full salary range for this position is $16.81/hour to $29.42/hour to provide opportunity for growth and development.

Examples of Duties

• Assists with the operation and maintenance of the landfill, operating trucks, loading containers, operating, repairing, and maintaining landfill equipment;
• Operates trucks, loading containers, zero-turn mower, trimmers, and other landfill equipment;
• Operates a variety of power equipment and tools;
• Performs custodial tasks;
• Performs building and grounds maintenance;
• Unlocks security gates;
• Cuts grass and shovels snow;
• Picks up litter;
• Checks vehicles entering the landfill area and directs to appropriate dumping area;
• Verifies authorization to dump;
• Advises and assists citizens with landfill and recycling procedures;
• Complies with safety programs, guidelines, and procedures;
• Performs related tasks as required.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• General knowledge of landfill operation and recycling processes and procedures;
• General knowledge of a variety of maintenance, custodial, and manual tasks;
• General knowledge of roadways, traffic, and litter patterns in Stafford County and the City of Fredericksburg;
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the work;
• Some knowledge of a variety of tasks involved in operation of a landfill;
• Ability to identify infectious and hazardous waste and follow proper handling procedures;
• Ability to operate machinery and lawn care equipment effectively and safely;
• Ability to operate vehicles with standard transmission;
• Ability to organize and perform various, but related tasks;
• Ability to be flexible and shift projects as needed;
• Ability to understand and follow specific vocal and written instructions;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public;
• Ability to obtain a Traffic Safety (flagging) certification acceptable to the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT).

Education and Experience

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and at least 1 year of experience with manual labor in related field. Experience with driving a lift body dump truck or similar vehicle desirable.

Possession of a Traffic Safety (flagging) certification acceptable to the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.

Note: All employees are required to have direct deposit of their bi-weekly paychecks into one or more financial institution(s) of their choice. Information must be presented at time of hire.

Proper Identification must be shown at time of hire in order to complete the necessary paperwork for compliance with the Immigration Control and Reform Act of 1986.

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Do you have experience operating a zero-turn mower? If so, elaborate.

02

Do you have experience operating a weed trimmer? If so, elaborate.

03

Do you have experience operating a roll-off, dump body, or commercial truck? If so, elaborate.

04

Do you have experience working outdoors?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you have any certifications?

• Required Question