Non-exempt; full-time; 40 hours per week; 4-10 hour days with variable hours.; full-benefits This position performs varied duties to support operations at the Frederick County Landfill, transfer station and recycling drop-off center located on Reich's Ford Road. Direction is received from the Deputy Director and/or Division Director, under supervision from Foreman(s), Recycling Operations Supervisor and/or Solid Waste Operations Supervisor. This work is performed in all weather conditions, durin... more details
JOB INFORMATION
Non-exempt; full-time; 40 hours per week; 4-10 hour days with variable hours.; full-benefits
This position performs varied duties to support operations at the Frederick County Landfill, transfer station and recycling drop-off center located on Reich's Ford Road. Direction is received from the Deputy Director and/or Division Director, under supervision from Foreman(s), Recycling Operations Supervisor and/or Solid Waste Operations Supervisor. This work is performed in all weather conditions, during scheduled landfill operating hours.
A glance at your potential career advancement:
Start your career with Frederick County's Division of Solid Waste and Recycling as a Laborer I.
Earn an upgrade to Laborer II after 1 year of employment.
Choose to stay as a Laborer with Solid Waste and Recycling, OR apply to promote into an Equipment Operator Trainee position.
Frederick County staff will provide CDL training, allowing an employee to obtain their CDL plus airbrake and tank truck endorsements within 1 year of promotion!
Earn an upgrade to Equipment Operator I after obtaining your CDL and endorsements within 1 year.
Continue working as a CDL Operator and increase your proficiency in the operation of light and heavy equipment. You will be eligible for multiple career advancement opportunities within the Equipment Operator job family.
TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE:
Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full time benefited Frederick County Government employee.
11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
11 paid scheduled holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays
Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County HSA contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D benefit
Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
Vesting after 5 years of service
Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
Other employee paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, etc.
For more information, visit our benefits page on the Frederick County Government job opportunities webpage.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform curbside recycling collection duties as assigned for customer service to County residents
Perform minor maintenance and repair of facilities and various equipment used
Perform routine cleaning of DWSR facilities and equipment
Trim brush and trees, operate mowing equipment and perform other landscaping duties
Set up traffic cones and direct traffic at the landfill working area, transfer station tipping floor and recycling areas as needed to maintain a safe, effective traffic flow in and around the working areas
Perform regular inspection of incoming waste for unacceptable materials
Prepare daily clerical records of waste inspection duties
Drive a pickup truck or other designated County vehicle as needed to collect and transport equipment and supplies, to complete assigned errands, for traffic control or vehicle service needs
Sweep litter, collect debris and perform other clean-up duties to keep the Reich's Ford Road facility and other DWSR facilities clean and accessible
Provide information to citizens who utilize landfill, transfer station and/or recycling facilities and assist them with unloading vehicles and handling bulky/heavy items
Communicate with personnel in scalehouse (via two-way radio) regarding special chargeable items or unacceptable material
Operate a motorized sweeper tractor (non-CDL) to maintain clear and accessible roadways within the Reich's Ford Road facilities
Perform other related duties as required
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Any single position may not be assigned all duties listed above, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Possession of a valid automobile operator's license
NOTE: Applicants with possession of a valid Commercial Class B driver's license (CDL-B) with airbrake and tank truck endorsement may be hired at the Equipment Operator I classification ($20.58 per hour). In addition to the essential job duties listed above, Equipment Operator I employees will also have increased operation responsibility to include:
Drive a roll-off and water tank truck on-site and off-site
Perform minor maintenance/repair of facilities and various equipment used
Operate a backhoe and skid loader for purposes of loading materials
Operate a water truck on unimproved roadways for purposes of dust suppression as needed
Operate a motorized sweeping machine and other specialized equipment
KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:
Ability to obtain and maintain a Frederick County Employee Driving Permit
Accurate clerical skills including the ability to effectively complete and maintain forms and related record logs
Knowledge of potential hazards associated with this work and appropriate safety precautions
Effective spoken and written (English) comprehension and communication skills including the ability to effectively read and understand landfill regulations and standards and explain this information to the public, the ability to give clear traffic instructions, etc.
Ability to effectively make independent decisions, determine priorities and complete assigned duties with minimal supervision
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the general public
PREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN FOR:
Work experience performing general maintenance work
Work experience operating light equipment such as backhoe's, skid loaders or forklifts
Work experience in the solid waste management or recycling field
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS:
While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly walk, climb, lift over 50 pounds, pull and push over 40 pounds, reach, perform repetitive motions and drive; frequently stoop, and occasionally sit and crawl
While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly work outdoors, walk on uneven ground, work in hot temperatures above 100 degrees and cold temperatures below 32 degrees, work in a dirty, dusty and noisy environment, work near machinery and chemicals or fumes, has potential exposure to infectious diseases and is required to wear protective equipment; and occasionally work indoors, work at heights and below ground level
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / EXAMINATION PROCESS
Available for varied workdays, as assigned, and available on-call for emergencies and special situations
EXAMINATION PROCESS (may include):
1) An evaluation of training and experience
2) One or more interviews
3) A DOT pre-employment physical examination and drug testing (for applicants hired into Equipment Operator classification)
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