SOLID WASTE TECHNICIAN (LANDFILL)

Job Summary: The Solid Waste Technician performs routine manual labor which does not require a high degree of skill; may also drive trucks and light tractors while in a training status and related work as apparent or assigned. In most cases, the SWT will work under immediate direction of an employee of higher grade or a foreman. This position requires reporting to multiple locations, as needed, to support various operational needs across our organization.

Essential Job Functions:

Manual Labor:

Performs related manual labor as required.

Performs general landscaping such as mow grass, prune shrubs, rake grass and remove trash from SWDA property.

Must be capable of lifting garbage cans.

Equipment Operation and Maintenance:

May drive or operate small tractor, mower, truck/vehicle that does not require CDL, often off-road.

May drive pick-ups on light hauls.

Performs general daily maintenance such as greasing and fueling heavy equipment.

Details trucks and equipment.

Required Skills, Abilities and Knowledge:

Basic skills in the operation, maintenance and safe use of trucks and light tractors; basic knowledge of the problems involved in operating assigned equipment; general knowledge of traffic rules and regulations; Knowledge of safety rules, including accident causes and prevention (taught on the job); ability to maintain effective working relationships with associates and general public; ability to effectively communicate in a courteous manner.

Special Requirements:

Must possess a valid Driver’s License. (Commercial Driver’s License required for promotion.)

Willing to work overtime and weekends in emergencies or when required.

Willing to comply with the following dress standards: clean, neat attire with appropriate foot and hand gear.

Willingness to travel between sites and adaptability to different work environments.

Willing to work evening shifts; Willing to go pick up garbage; Ability to follow directions; Willing to assist equipment operators as needed.

Physical Requirements:

See well enough to read, write and safely operate garbage truck; Hear well enough to respond to verbal communications; Constantly using vision and hearing when reading monitors, being aware of surroundings and listening to equipment, traffic radio speakers, and alarms.

Speak well enough to answer questions in a polite, courteous manner.

PPE is worn to minimize exposure to hazards that cause serious workplace injuries and illnesses.

Body mobility to perform inspections and operate vehicle; Body movement of mobility to bend, move, stand, and lift.

Use of hands and fingers to perform manual work.

Physical dexterity sufficient to operate lever, gears, etc.

Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move 100 pounds.

Frequently standing and walking to complete daily tasks, sitting when driving and operating vehicle or equipment, climbing onto equipment, and using foot controls to operate vehicle or equipment.

Occasionally kneeling, bending or crouching when monitoring vehicle, and balancing when mounting and dismounting; daily lifting shovels, tools and other equipment, pushing/pulling equipment, reaching for of handling tools and supplies.

Tasks are regularly performed with exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as extreme heat or extreme cold, dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, animals/wildlife, toxic/poisonous agents, violence, disease, or pathogenic substances.

Benefits Summary: Full-time employees are eligible for benefits on the 1st of the month following hire date. Benefits include:

• Sick and Annual Leave

• Safety Incentives

• Competitive and Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Retirement benefits through the Retirement Systems of Alabama

• Free Employee Assistance Program

• Life Insurance

• Long Term Disability Insurance

• 14 Paid Holidays

• Flexible Spending Account

• Free AirMed Care: Ambulance (Ground and Air Coverage)

• Deferred Compensation Plan Options

• Short Term Disability Options