QUALIFICATIONS
The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.
Knowledge of:
Operations, services, and activities of Refuse Collection and Green Waste programs.
Principles, methods, and practices pertaining to the functions and operations of refuse collection, green waste, disposal and recycling services systems, scheduling, road and traffic regulations, and route analysis and planning.
Principles of supervision, training, work planning and assignment, performance evaluation, and discipline.
Basic principles and practices of budget preparation and administration.
Principles and procedures of record keeping and reporting.
Principles of business letter writing and basic report preparation.
Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, regulations, and environmental requirements including those applicable to refuse collection and services.
Principles and methods of preventive maintenance programs.
Tools, equipment, and materials used in refuse collection and services.
Occupational hazards and standard safety practices and procedures.
Implementing the enacted governing Assembly and Senate Bills and Cal Recycling Laws.
Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
Ability to:
Coordinate and direct Refuse Collection and Green Waste programs.
Supervise, organize, and review the work of assigned staff involved in the collection and disposal of solid waste, including green waste, composting, and recycling, and the delivery, maintenance, and repair of city-owned solid waste containers, and related facilities.
Select, train, and evaluate staff.
Recommend and implement goals, objectives, policies and procedures for providing refuse collection and green waste services.
Understand the organization and operation of the organization and of outside agencies as necessary to assume assigned responsibilities.
Understand, interpret, apply, and enforce general and specific administrative and Department policies and procedures as well as applicable Federal, State, and local policies, laws, and regulations.
Maintain accurate records and prepare clear and concise reports.
Participate in the preparation and administration of assigned budgets.
Inspect field work for proper level and quantity of services.
Apply specialized knowledge of refuse collection functions and operations.
Estimate labor and material costs for maintenance of refuse service levels.
Skillfully use and safely operate a variety of motorized equipment used in refuse collection and services in accordance with applicable vehicle code requirements.
Make sound, independent decisions within established policy and procedural guidelines.
Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
Identify problems, research and analyze relevant information, develop and present recommendations and justification for solution.
Plan and organize work to meet changing priorities and deadlines.
Effectively represent the Refuse Collection and Green Waste Divisions to outside individuals and agencies to accomplish the goals and objectives of the unit.
Work cooperatively with other departments, City officials, and outside agencies.
Respond tactfully, clearly, concisely, and appropriately to inquiries from the public, City staff, or other agencies on sensitive issues in area of responsibility.
Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheet, and
database applications.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Education and Experience Guidelines - Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education/Training:
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. Completion of an Associate's degree with major coursework in a related field must be obtained within three years.
Experience:
Five years of responsible experience in the operation of refuse collection equipment and provision of refuse collection services including two years of administrative and/or lead supervisory experience.
License or Certificate:
Possession of a Class A California Driver License without Restriction 48 (air brakes) and with Restriction 64 (automatic transmission) is acceptable.
Special Requirements:
Ability to pass a City-administered equipment operator test.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential job functions.Environment: Work is performed both in a corporation yard and an outdoor field environment with travel from site to site; work in varying temperatures and weather conditions; exposure to hazardous materials, smoke, gases, fumes, dust, grease, noxious odors, and noise; exposure to hazardous traffic conditions; exposure to hazards such as moving machine parts and electrical current; work and/or walk on various types of surfaces including slippery or uneven surfaces and rough terrain; continuous contact with other staff and regular contact with the public.
Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in a corporation yard and field environment; occasionally sit and frequently stand, walk, bend, crawl, reach, twist, stoop, kneel, crouch, and make repetitive hand movement; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds; exert unusual physical effort in the collection and disposal of solid waste, and other related components; corrected hearing and vision to normal range with excellent color vision; verbal communication; operate motorized refuse collection equipment; use a variety of hand and power equipment; operate a two-way radio; and use office equipment including computers, telephones, calculators, copiers and FAX.