Solid Waste Facility Supv (MRF)

Mecklenburg County Government; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 69,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Mecklenburg County’s LUESA division seeks a dynamic operations professional to oversee and manage MRF operations at the Pence Road facility, with duties at Amble Drive and Pine Grove Circle. The role requires coordinating contracts, supervising staff, and providing customer service while integrating safety and compliance with OSHA standards.

You will lead maintenance, training, and safety meetings, and must have a technical or mechanical background plus a valid driver’s license; CDL could be

Qualifications

• Minimum of six years of directly related experience, including one year of supervisory experience.
• Associate degree required; combination of education and experience accepted.

Responsibilities

• Monitor budget and operating metrics; diagnose and improve processes.
• Ensure safety and compliance with OSHA and related standards.
• Conduct root-cause investigations for injuries/incidents; follow up with discipline and retraining.
• Oversee hiring, coaching, disciplining, and training; input on promotions/compensation.
• Coordinate with other agencies to improve efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Lead maintenance and safety meetings; supervise staff in heavy equipment operation.

Skills

Related experience (6+ yrs)

Supervisory experience

Technical/mechanical background

Safety/compliance knowledge

Budget/metrics monitoring

Contract coordination

Communication / team leadership

Driving record / CDL desired

Education

Associate degree

Education & experience accepted

Job description

Follow your calling, Find your career

Salary Range: $69,388 - $87,000
This is an exempt (salary) position. Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity. Internal equity considerations include an assessment of the applicant’s salary history and qualifications in comparison to the market rate and requirements for the job.
At Mecklenburg County, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. We’re counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg County become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.
Working at Mecklenburg County for LUESA, (Land Use and Environmental Service Agency) you will help to provide key services that will contribute to an exceptional quality of life for Mecklenburg County residents. LUESA’s responsibilities range from enforcing building and zoning codes to managing water and air resources for future generations.

Working with LUESA provides an opportunity to partner with some of the most creative minds and inspiring leaders. If you are interested in working for a collaborative team that is driven by success and innovation you have found the right organization. We welcome talented, high-energy, fun team members to partner with our community to enhance our quality of life through environmental stewardship and economic vitality.

Location

7833 Pence Road, Charlotte, NC 28215

Position Summary

This position requires a dynamic technical person who also understands complex processing machinery used in recycling operations. In this role you will assist in overseeing and managing MRF operations at our new Construction/Demolition Recycling facility at Pence Road. You will also assist with processing at our Amble Drive and Pine Grove Circle facilities, as needed. The role will require that you have experience managing and coordinating with contracts and contractors. It will require customer service interaction and training others within similar job series. Teamworking skills are highly desired. This position will require an individual that has a technical and/or mechanical background. Someone who can pitch in and assist operations on mechanical related solutions and exhibit flexibility in all aspects of starting a new recycling facility for construction demolition and debris materials. It will require basic driving, and a good driving record is desired. A CDL is desired but not required.

Essential Functions

• Monitor budget and operating metrics while diagnosing and improving processes, procedures, and performance
• Execute necessary precautions to ensure safety and compliance with Company, OSHA, and other standards and regulations
• Ensure thorough root cause investigations for all injuries and incidents, following-up with consistent discipline and retraining
• Oversee employee hiring and performance management including selecting, coaching, disciplining, and training employees and evaluating employee performance; provides input into termination, compensation, and promotion decisions
• Interact with other agencies to ensure customer satisfaction and improve efficiency
• Ensure compliance with company procedures for all equipment and maintenance
• Operate automated sanitation equipment in the collection and disposal of recyclables, garbage, trash, and/or refuse
• Perform complex maintenance and related care of motorized equipment used in daily refuse collection
• Lead safety meetings with staff as necessary
• Train staff in various areas of operation

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of six years of directly related experience; including one year of supervisory experience.

Education

• Associate degree
• Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted?: Yes

Licenses and Certifications

• Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License and may require a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) based upon job specific requirements.
• Requires County Driving Privileges
• May require certification in Solid Waste Specialty Area of either; Manager of Landfill Operations (MOLO) or Compost Certification, Transfer Station Certification, Integrated Manager, or other equivalent solid waste certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• SWANA (Solid Waste Association of North America) Certification
• Familiarity with Solid Waste Operations
• Familiarity with DOT requirements
• Familiarity with NC DEQ regulations Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Knowledge of
• Supervisory principles
• Operational practices used in solid waste facilities including composting centers, landfills, transfer stations and mulch grinding.
• Occupational hazards and the necessary safety precautions applicable to safe operation of this equipment
• Safe work practices and hazards associated with work
• Use of the tools, equipment, supplies, and methods used in the maintenance activities and operations of solid waste centers
• Equipment specifications and replacement recommendations

Skills

• Considerable knowledge of State and local traffic laws and regulations;
• Considerable skill in the operation of a variety of heavy equipment;
• Knowledge of purchasing methods, procedures and policy;
• Knowledge of computers to include computerized maintenance management system;
• Ability to coach, counsel, train and evaluate employee performance to include safety policies, procedures and practices;
• Ability to supervise and train others in the safe operation of heavy equipment;
• Ability to supervise and perform routine equipment maintenance and make minor repairs;
• Ability to prepare and maintain workload data and monitor repair bills;
• Ability to read and comprehend maps;
• Ability to give and follow oral and written instructions;
• Strength and dexterity necessary to perform all required tasks including lifting, stooping, bending, and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions;
• Ability to work outside with regular exposure to severe weather, noxious fumes, high levels of dust, etc.;
• Ability to maintain effective relationships with citizens, employees and supervisors.

Abilities

• Adaptability: Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures
• Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the information provided
• Contributing to Team Success: Actively participating as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals
• Decision Making: Identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences
• Delegating Responsibility: Allocating decision-making authority and/or task responsibility to appropriate others to maximize the organization’s and individuals’ effectiveness
• Energy: Consistently maintaining high levels of activity or productivity; operating with vigor, effectiveness, and determination over extended periods of time
• Managing Work: Effectively managing one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently
• Safety Awareness: Identifying and correcting conditions that affect employee safety; upholding safety standards
• Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills: Having achieved a satisfactory level of technical and professional skill or knowledge in position-related areas; keeping up with current developments and trends in area of expertise

Computer Skills

• Proficient in applicable computer programs
• Skills in applicable technology used to diagnose and maintain complex equipment
• Skills in managing simple analytical data.

Work Environment

Works in outdoor exposed to weather conditions

Selection

This classification has been identified as having a role in the development of ADA compliant technologies and for which the incumbent agrees to follow County policies to the best of their abilities in order to meet these obligations. No

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Disclaimer Statement

This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor’s request. Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.