Solid Waste Operations Associate

City of Springfield (MO); Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Springfield is seeking a Solid Waste Operations Associate to help determine incoming waste composition, volumes, and weights for fee assessment and to support the operation of the Springfield Sanitary Landfill, Yardwaste Recycling Center, and other Solid Waste facilities. The role also includes an important customer service component for community members.

Qualified candidates may have one year of scale operation experience, general record-keeping with public contact, and preferably

Qualifications

• One year of experience in scale operation.
• General record keeping work experience with an emphasis on public contact.
• Preferred: Customer service experience and computer skills.
• Some experience in operation of over-the-road trucks and/or equipment operation.

Responsibilities

• Determine incoming waste composition, volumes, and weights to assess and collect appropriate fees.
• Provide support for the operation of the Springfield Sanitary Landfill, Yardwaste Recycling Center and other Solid Waste Facilities.
• Serve in an important customer service role with community members.

Skills

Customer service

Public contact

Computer skills

Tools

Truck operation

Scale operation

Job description

The Solid Waste Operations Associate determines incoming waste composition, volumes, and weights to assess and collect appropriate fees and performs support functions required for the operation of the Springfield Sanitary Landfill, Yardwaste Recycling Center, and other Solid Waste Facilities as required. This position will also serve in an importantcustomer service role with our community members.

Leadership Philosophy

The City of Springfield’s leadership culture is grounded in processes, relationships, and trust. Leaders across the organization operate within the principles of The Trust Edge Framework, which emphasizes:

Clarity, Compassion, Character, Competency, Commitment, Connection, Contribution, and Consistency

These principles guide how we work together, build relationships, and serve our community.

Experience, Education, and Training

• One year of experience in scale operation;

OR

• General record keeping work experience with an emphasis on public contact.

PREFERRED

• Customer service experience and computer skills.
• Some experience in the operation of over-the-road trucks and /or equipment operation.

Licensing/Certification

• Must obtain and maintain a Class “B” Commercial Driver’s License and any appropriate endorsements within the following guidelines: pass written portion of the CDL within 90 days of employment and pass the skills portion within the probationary period;
• Must possess or obtain and maintain Missouri Department of Natural Resources Certified Landfill Technician within the first year of employment and maintain throughout appointment.

For more information on essential functions and other requirements, please see the job description.

The City of Springfield promotes equal employment opportunities to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Individuals with disabilities who believe they will need an accommodation to undergo any part of the interview, examination, or pre-employment process, should request a reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to the testing or appointment. Requests should be requested by contacting City of Springfield Human Resources by phone, 417-864-1607, or in person at the Municipal Busch Building, 840 Boonville Ave. Springfield, MO 65802.

Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment. We are committed to a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug testing is required.

All interested candidates MUST complete the City of Springfield on-line application in its entirety. The candidate profile must include all employment history with accurate and complete information prior to submission. Resumes alone will not be accepted as the application, but they may be submitted as supplemental documentation.