Landfill Maintenance Worker I

Stafford County; Stafford (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Stafford County is seeking an entry-level Landfill Maintenance Worker I to perform semi-skilled care and maintenance of the Regional Landfill facilities and equipment under supervision.

The role requires basic manual labor, the ability to operate trucks and lawn/landscape equipment, and strict adherence to safety procedures. A high school diploma and a Traffic Safety (flagging) certification (or ability to obtain within 6 months) are required or preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and at least 1 year of manual labor experience.
• Traffic Safety (flagging) certification acceptable or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Experience with lift body dump trucks desirable.
• Ability to operate and maintain landfill equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Assist with operation and maintenance of landfill and equipment.
• Operate trucks and load containers and other landfill equipment.
• Perform custodial tasks and building/grounds maintenance.
• Unlock security gates and monitor vehicle access.
• Advise citizens on landfill and recycling procedures.
• Follow safety programs and procedures.

Skills

General landfill knowledge

Maintenance tasks

Custodial tasks

Outdoor work

Safety awareness

Equipment operation

Vehicle operation

Education

High school diploma

VDOT flagging certification desirable

Tools

Zero-turn mower

Trimmers

Power equipment

Lawn care equipment

Manual transmission vehicle

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.

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.

Questions

01 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