Solid Waste Collections Officer Bradenton

Mymanatee; Bradenton (FL); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Mymanatee in Bradenton, FL is seeking a Solid Waste Compliance professional to enforce the Solid Waste Ordinance and related codes. The role involves observing patrons for compliance and coordinating with county operations.

You will monitor landfill traffic, educate the community, and serve as a liaison between the county, haulers, and customers. A high school diploma, 2 years in customer relations, completion of the Solid Waste Screening Course, and a Florida driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent certificate of competency.
• Minimum of two years experience in customer relations or related field.
• Completion of Solid Waste Screening Course within six months of hire.
• Valid Florida driver's license.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Assist in carrying out provisions of code and ordinance requirements related to solid waste.
• Respond to alleged code violations and monitor landfill traffic for compliance.
• Maintain records and reports of solid waste management and corrective actions.
• Monitor waste from non-franchised haulers and arterial roadways.
• Oversee traffic control at the landfill and act as crew leader for flagging staff.
• Education and outreach to the community.
• Serve as liaison between the county, waste haulers, and county customers.
• Perform other duties including emergency or disaster response as required.

Skills

Customer relations

Written communication

Oral communication

Field work

Decision making

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma / equivalent certificate of competency

Job description

Work Location: 3333 Lena Road, Bradenton, Fl 34211

Work Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 7:30am-4:00pm

Expected Starting Hourly Range: $20.68 - $25.84

This classification performs work associated with education and execution of the Solid Waste Ordinance, as well as related County and State codes and regulations. In accordance with area of assignment, work may involve responsibility for observing and inspecting resident and business landfill patrons for compliance with the Solid Waste Ordinance, ensuring applicable codes and regulations are followed throughout the County, and taking appropriate action regarding violations.

Working Conditions

Indoor/Outdoor situation; high noise environment while performing certain responsibilities. Lifting equipment up to 50 lbs. alone; up to 100 lbs. with assistance.

Essential Functions

These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.

• Assists in carrying out provisions of code and ordinance requirements and regulations related to solid waste.
• In accordance with area of assignment, responds to alleged code violations throughout the County, monitors scalehouse and/or landfill traffic for compliance with the Solid Waste Ordinance and applicable rules/regulations, and takes appropriate action when violations occur.
• Systematically monitors solid waste management procedures, violations and corrective actions taken; maintains pertinent records and reports.
• Monitors incoming waste originating from outside Manatee County by way of inquiry and review of documentation from non-franchised waste haulers; in accordance with area of assignment, monitors arterial roadways leading from Sarasota and Hillsborough Counties.
• At the Landfill site, oversees traffic control and acts as crew leader to flagging staff.
• Performs duties related to education and outreach to the community.
• Serves as a liaison between the county, franchise waste haulers and county customers.
• Performs other related duties as assigned, including participation in emergency or disaster response activities, as required and consistent with the employee's qualifications, essential job functions, and applicable federal and Florida law.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, or equivalent certificate of competency.
• Minimum of two (2) years experience in customer relations or related field.
• Completion of Solid Waste Screening Course within six (6) months of hire date.
• Valid Florida driver's license.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of, or ability to quickly learn, County codes and ordinances and enforcement procedures.
• Ability to enforce applicable codes and ordinances impartially and with firmness and tact.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, orally and in writing.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work independently in the field, and make sound decisions based on established procedures and municipal regulations.
• Ability to handle complaints in a professional, courteous, and efficient manner.
• Ability to establish and maintain activity files and prepare periodic reports as requested.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• In accordance with area of assignment, may require ability to work rotating shifts and standby schedules, including weekends and holidays; ability to work emergency situations as required.
• Ability to physically negotiate rough terrain while lifting and/or carrying up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Ability to work outdoors and perform duties under varying weather conditions, i. e., rain, heat, etc.