JOB SUMMARY

Gathers, collects, and picks up litter and refuse at solid waste facilities (landfill & transfer station) and along approach roads to the facilities. Monitors incoming waste loads for hazardous materials.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

One (1) year of closely related experience, such as working in or around construction sites, landfills, recycling facilities, compost operations or other similar outdoor work is preferred.

Must possess a valid driver’s license in the State of Utah at the time of hire. Must have a good attitude and good customer service skills.

Must receive a verified negative test result on a mandatory drug test before starting in this position. Will be subject to random alcohol and drug testing. May be subject to post-accident and reasonable suspicion alcohol and drug testing.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Picks up litter on and around the landfill & transfer station and engages in litter control activities.
• Enforces agency safety requirements and procedures; takes appropriate action.
• Inspects vehicles for hazardous waste material in coordination with primary inspection staff.
• Communicates with the public regarding services. Informs the public where to properly unload solid, recyclable, and house-hold hazardous waste material.
• Directs vehicles with different waste streams to various unloading areas around the landfill.
• May assist in the preparation of alternative daily cover as needed.
• Completes daily work reports and logs.
• May operate basic equipment as needed, ie, forklift & hand tools.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSA)

Knowledge of:

• Safe outdoor protection techniques from heat or cold
• How to recognize hazardous materials markers and placards
• Use of a two-way radio

Skills and Abilities to:

• Communicate effectively
• Ability to work alone or as part of a team
• Follow written and verbal instructions
• Perform manual labor in extreme weather conditions

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position requires outdoor work and being on your feet in the elements for extended periods; a full range of motion in the shoulders, arms, hands, wrists, legs, and feet; and manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.

Requires bending, stooping, lifting, and carrying heavy objects weighing up to 60 pounds on an intermittent basis.

Work is performed outdoors with exposure to all elements. Constant exposure to traffic hazards, extreme heat and cold, noise, dust, fumes, grease, and unsanitary conditions.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING THIS POSITION

The Solid Waste Division is open six (6) days a week and is open on most holidays. This position will require working different shifts, weekends, and holidays. This position is subject to being called to work before or after the scheduled shift.

A career with a purpose in the community you love!

Salt Lake County invites you to explore our exciting career opportunities. We seek highly enthusiastic individuals to enrich our County with your experience and talent. If you enjoy working in a team environment that is committed to changing the lives of its community, please keep reading.

What it’s like to work here:

At Salt Lake County, our culture is woven into all aspects of our work and our employees’ lives, from the way we treat each other to the way we support the community. To promote and foster a fun and healthy work environment, we appreciate employees through great benefits, a healthy work-life balance, and room to grow and develop.

Surround yourself with:

Peers who are motivated to make a difference in the lives of those we serve. We serve Salt Lake County and envision a safe and beautiful place for all to live, work, and have fun. Salt Lake County is about connecting people and championing our community. Our community is more than a place; it's our heart and service that brings us together.

We encourage work-life balance:

Working for Salt Lake County is more than just a paycheck. A career with us includes several benefits and perks. We support our employees with 12 Holidays, up to 24 vacation days, 12 sick days, and one personal day every year. Some positions have a hybrid work environment, giving you the flexibility to manage working from home and being in the office.

Additional Benefits Include:

• Retirement options for hybrid pension/401(k) or 401(k) only with 10% employee contribution
• Medical coverage, including a 100% county-paid premium option
• Dental and Vision coverage with coverage for adult designees
• Health Savings account with a county contribution of up to $1200 per year or a Flexible Spending Account
• 100% county-paid Long-Term Disability and employee-paid Short-Term Disability options
• Professional Development and professional membership fees paid
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Plus: Onsite medical clinic and gym; hospital insurance, auto insurance, and home insurance, and discounts at County facilities

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