SOLID WASTE CREW CHIEF

City of Lake Worth Beach; Northern (KY); Hybride; USD 38 000 - 48 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Vacation and Sick Leave Accruals

13 Paid Holidays

3 Floating Holidays

Medical Benefits (Life Insurance, Dent

Retirement Plan

Résumé du poste

City of Lake Worth Beach seeks a Solid Waste Crew Chief to lead field crews and enforce waste collection ordinances. You will guide operators, handle route scheduling, and document non-compliance with photos and notices.

The role requires on-site performance, CDL-B, and the ability to work in varying weather conditions. Benefits include health coverage, retirement, and paid holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 3+ years in solid waste equipment operation.
• Bilingual in Creole and/or Spanish preferred.
• Must have CDL Class B Florida license with clean driving record.

Responsabilités

• Enforce ordinances related to waste collection and non-compliance issues.
• Lead and direct equipment operators; coordinate route scheduling.
• Maintain non-compliance databases and document notices with photos.
• Respond to public inquiries and assist training on field operations.
• Operate division equipment as needed and ensure daily safety checks.

Connaissances

Office practices

Ability to operate equipment

Outlook & MS Word

Read/write English

Safety awareness

Multi-tasking

Formation

High School Diploma or GED

Outils

Roll-off truck

Description du poste

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

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1507

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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