Lead Landfill Attendant

City of Garland; Garland (TX); Presencial; USD 21.000 - 30.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The City of Garland is seeking a Grounds Attendant Supervisor for the Hinton Landfill to direct the grounds crew and temp workers in maintenance and litter removal around the site. You will oversee daily assignments, ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, and perform routine equipment operation and basic maintenance to keep facilities and grounds in good condition.

Strong communication and safety awareness are required to manage personnel and ensure efficient operations on

Formación

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience working in a landfill setting.
• Familiarity with landfill compliance regulations.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsabilidades

• Lead Grounds Attendant and Temp crew at the Landfill in litter collection in compliance with regulations.
• Provide daily assignments and adjust tasks as needed throughout the day.
• Follow guidelines for recordkeeping of litter control activities as required by the Site Operating Plan.
• Collect and dispose of litter and debris from rights of way, grounds, roadsides, slopes and fence areas.
• Operate line trimmer, riding lawnmower, and other small equipment.
• Perform minor maintenance on tools and equipment as needed.
• General housekeeping in shop and repair facilities.
• Operate a city vehicle to assist in routine maintenance.
• Assist with traffic control and truck spotter duties as backup to operations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

Operate equipment safely

Vehicle/equipment maintenance

Operate mowing/power tools

Educación

High School Diploma or GED

6 months to 1 year grounds maintenance experience

6 months to 1 year equipment operation experience

Herramientas

Line trimmer operation

Power washer operation

Lawn mowing equipment maintenance

Descripción del empleo

Summary

Provides direction and leadership for the Grounds Attendant and Temp worker crew at the landfill. Responsible for performing basic grounds landscaping maintenance and removal of litter and debris from public roadways and open land areas around the landfill for the Hinton Landfill.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Lead Grounds Attendant and Temporary worker crew at the Landfill in the collection of blowing litter at the Landfill and surrounding area in compliance with local, State and Federal regulations.
• Provide daily assignments and manage any changes to the work assignments as needed throughout the day.
• Follow guidelines and departmental procedures for providing appropriate recordkeeping of litter control activities as required by the Site Operating Plan as approved by the TCEQ.
• Collect and dispose of litter and debris from right of ways, grounds, roadsides, slopes, and fence areas.
• Operate line trimmer, riding lawnmower, and other small/light equipment, etc.
• Operate power washer to clean facilities and equipment.
• Perform minor preventive maintenance on tools and equipment as needed.
• Perform general housekeeping in shop and repair facilities.
• Operate a city vehicle to assist in carrying out routine maintenance.
• Perform traffic control and truck spotter duties on occasion as backup to operations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
• Experience working in a landfill setting.
• Familiarity with Landfill compliance regulations.

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Preferred Qualifications

Education/ Experience:

• 6 months to 1 year grounds maintenance experience, or
• 6 months to 1 year light or heavy equipment operation experience
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
• Basic knowledge of operating equipment in a safe manner
• Basic knowledge of vehicle and equipment maintenance
• Skill to operate various equipment including mowers, edger, power washer, etc
• Ability to understand and implement verbal and written instructions

Licenses and Certifications

Valid State of Texas Class C Drivers License

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

The incumbent works with frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk. May be exposed to extremes of heat and cold, rain, humidity, insects, noxious odors, fumes, and physical stress from exertion and lifting. Exposed to physical exertion such as bending, lifting, stooping, reaching, pulling, and pushing. Ability to lift, push, and push up to 50 pounds several times daily.