SOLID WASTE CREW CHIEF

Palm Beach County League of Cities; Florida; Ibrido; USD 57.000 - 72.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Vacation and Sick Leave Accruals

13 Paid Holidays

3 Floating Holidays

Medical Benefits (Life Insurance, &amp

Dental and Vision coverage

Descrizione del lavoro

Palm Beach County League of Cities is seeking a Solid Waste Crew Chief for the City of Lake Worth Beach. The role oversees equipment operators, enforces waste ordinances, and ensures efficient field operations in a 40-hour work week.

The position is full-time, non-exempt and part of the PEU union. Responsibilities include coordinating non-compliant waste removal, maintaining records, and assisting in emergency operations such as hurricane preparedness.

Competenze

• High School Diploma or GED; minimum of three (3) years’ experience operating solid waste and recycling equipment.
• Bilingual in Creole and/or Spanish preferred.

Mansioni

• Monitors the City for illegal dumping and non-compliant waste piles; researches ownership; prepares non-compliance notices and documentation.
• Co-ordinates removal of non-compliant waste by City crews.
• Maintains database of non-compliance notices and photos.
• Responds to customer inquiries on non-compliance issues and assists with staff training.
• Operates all division equipment when necessary.
• Assists with field operations and waste collection as needed.
• Communicates with supervisors to update crew activities.
• Assists with route assignments and paperwork related to equipment operation and maintenance.
• Inspects and maintains equipment; ensures pre/post trip inspections are completed.
• Responds to emergencies and participates in hurricane preparedness and recovery.

Conoscenze

Equipment operation

Office software

Safety awareness

Communication

English literacy

Formazione

High School Diploma or GED

Bilingual in Creole/Spanish preferred

Strumenti

Roll-off truck

Descrizione del lavoro

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

SOLID WASTE CREW CHIEF

Physical Environment/Garbage/Solid Waste Contr

Salary Range: $27.59 To $34.49 Hourly

This is a Full-Time, Non-Exempt position based on a 40-hour work week with an hourly rate of $27.5962 - $34.4952.

The position is part of the Public Employees Union (PEU) collective bargaining agreement. The individual in this position will work at the Public Works Solid Waste & Recycling Division located at 1880 2 nd Avenue North, Lake Worth Beach, FL 33461.

In addition, this position offers:

• Vacation and Sick Leave Accruals
• 13 Paid Holidays
• 3 Floating Holidays
• City of Lake Worth Beach Medical Benefits that include Life Insurance, Dental and Vision coverage
• Retirement Plan

JOB SUMMARY:

Performs a variety of specialized tasks to enforce ordinances related to waste collection for the City of Lake Worth Beach (City). Leads and provides guidance and direction to equipment operators. Works independently in the field, making decisions requiring the use of judgment, discretion and diplomacy while dealing with the general public. Works under the general supervision of the Solid Waste Supervisors.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The examples of essential functions as listed in this classification specification are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function of work does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment in relation to the position.

• Monitors the City for illegal dumping and non-compliant waste piles; determines location and research ownership; prepares non-compliance notice(s); takes photos; provides required notice to property owner/resident in compliance with City ordinances.
• Assists with coordinating removal of non-compliant waste by City crews.
• Maintains database of non-compliance notices and accompanying photos.
• Responds to customer inquiries regarding non-compliance issues.Assists with coordinating staff training on field operations and with operation of equipment.
• Skillfully operates all equipment in the division when necessary.
• Assists with field operations and waste collection as needed.
• Communicates with supervisors throughout the day to keep them updated on crew activities.
• Assists with scheduling of route assignments.
• Completes necessary paperwork and documentation related to equipment operation and maintenance.
• Assists with inspecting and maintaining equipment.
• Monitors the completion of pre and post trip inspections by all equipment operators.
• Responds to emergency situations and may be deemed essential as needed depending on the situation.
• Participates in emergency-related operations such as hurricane preparedness and recovery.
• The examples of essential functions as listed in this classification specification are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function of work does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment in relation to the position.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Leads and provides guidance and direction to equipment operators.
• Assists with supervision and monitoring crews in daily operation.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of office practices and procedures.
• Ability to operate a variety of equipment, including a roll-off truck.
• Ability to use Outlook, MS Word, Excell and internet.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a day when assigned.
• Ability to read, write and understand written and oral instructions in English.
• Ability to recognize safety hazards in the workplace and take precautionary steps to protect self and others.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor in all types of weather conditions.Ability to clearly communicate using electronic devices.
• Ability to work seven (7) days a week on a rotating schedule.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or GED. Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in the expert operation of all solid waste and recycling equipment used by the City. A comparable amount of training or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.
• Bilingual in Creole and/or Spanish preferred.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES:

• Must have and maintain a valid CDL Class B Florida license with a clean driving record.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. This employee will be required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include all DOT requirements. Must be able to run behind a waste collection truck providing collection service with minimal breaks.

ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside-weather conditions and is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and fumes or airborne particles. The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

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