Deadline to Apply: Sunday, March 16th, 2025. 11:59 p.m.
Department: Road & Bridge
Salary Range: $24.56 - $30.70/hour
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Status: Full-Time
Benefit Status: Eligible for benefits.
POSITION SUMMARY
Performs functions related to landfill operations including: compacting and covering garbage; picking up garbage; assisting customers; inspecting waste for appropriate disposal/recycling; receiving payments; operating scale; maintaining records; and performing equipment maintenance tasks (changing oil, lubrication, making minor repairs, etc.)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Education and Experience:
High School diploma or GED; and,
One to two years of progressively responsible related experience; or,
Any combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Licenses and Certifications:
Valid Colorado Driver's License
Certification in Landfill Operations
First Aid and CPR
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: (All responsibilities may not be performed by all incumbents.)
Operates a variety of equipment used in landfill operations, including: front-end loader, compactor, dozer, pickup, computer, cash register, and calculator.
Operates equipment to complete various activities related to department functions, including: compacting garbage; covering garbage; preparing waste disposal areas; picking up garbage; directing landfill traffic; maintaining landfill grounds and facilities; opening and locking gates; and performing related general labor functions.
Operates office type equipment and performs related functions, including: greeting and assisting customers; explaining procedures and regulations; inspecting waste materials/recyclables and accepting or rejecting same; weighing and recording each load by type of waste; directing customers to appropriate location; generating computerized scale tickets; and collecting for cash loads.
Maintains accounts receivable documentation, including; obtaining signatures; writing receipts; totaling cash tickets; balancing receipts with daily report; and maintaining related files. Uses computer to prepare daily, monthly and yearly reports.
Answers telephone and/or two-way radio; takes messages; provides information to callers; receives citizen complaints; and directs calls and messages to the appropriate person.
Performs generalized maintenance and safety checks on equipment including: refueling, greasing, changing filters, and checking/changing oil, water, tires, and/or other equipment and vehicle components.
Documents equipment and safety checks; maintains documents related to scheduled maintenance and equipment servicing.
Operates various hand and power tools in the performance of routine maintenance duties.
Performs manual tasks and various other support functions.
Performs traffic monitoring and control including the distribution of barricades, warning signs, safety cones, and the flagging of vehicles.
IMPORTANT JOB FUNCTIONS:
Performs general housekeeping functions, including: cleaning and maintaining equipment; maintaining facility grounds; removing snow; sweeping scale, etc.
Disseminates a variety of information to various agencies, divisions, or departments via telephone, mail, or FAX.
Assists other staff members in completing functions.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Moffat County is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
Females/Minority/Veterans/Disabled/ Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
Questions? Contact Human Resources at (970) 824-9195.
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