JOB
This is a full-time, FLSA non-exempt position with Carson City Public Works located in Carson City, Nevada. Under immediate supervision, provides a variety of landfill maintenance and operations duties required for efficient and effective service to landfill customers and the City.
Employees may choose between the following:
Employer-Paid PERS Retirement: $26.9797 - $37.7717 hourly / $56,117.88 - $78,565.24 annually
Employee/Employer-Paid PERS Retirement: $32.5480 - $45.5671 hourly / $67,699.84 - $94,779.62 annually
To learn more about the Nevada Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS), click here.
This position is covered by the Carson City Employees Association. The current collective bargaining agreement outlines the generous benefits offered to Carson City employees: click here
** This recruitment will remain open until recruitment needs are satisfied. Individuals are encouraged to apply immediately, as hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made. **
Please Note: Human Resources determines whether or not you meet the minimum qualifications for the job based on your experience as you describe it on your application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "See Attached Resume" on your application. We do not review resumes, unless specifically stated on the job announcement. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education and Work Experience" section of the application. Applicants not meeting these requirements will not be considered for employment. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.
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Operates heavy equipment necessary for landfill operations; maintains equipment in a clean and functional operating condition.
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Operates water truck to perform dust control and fire suppression activities as required.
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Operates gatehouse; utilizes automated scale system; calculates and collects amount due for waste loads.
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Directs vehicle traffic at the landfill.
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Maintains landfill shop, catch fences, and buildings.
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Performs snow removal as required.
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Performs basic clean-up of site and facilities as required.
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Enters and retrieves data and prepares reports using a computer; reviews such reports for accuracy and makes corrections as required; operates standard office equipment.
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Observes safe working practices, including maintaining work areas in a safe condition.
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Uses standard office equipment, including a computer, in the course of the work.
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Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as a member of a work team.
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Keeps basic records of work performed, time sheets, etc.
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Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with the public and City staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:-
All new employees will serve a probationary period of twelve (12) months. Such employees are not subject to the collective bargaining agreement and may be laid off or discharged during this period for any reason.
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Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.
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Any City employee may be required to stay at or return to work during emergencies to perform duties specific to this classification or to perform other duties as requested in an assigned response position. This may require working a non-traditional work schedule or working outside normal assigned duties during the incident and/or emergency.
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Employees shall be required to complete Incident Command System training as a condition of continuing employment.
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New employees are required to submit to a fingerprint based background investigation which cost the new employee $47.00 and a drug screen which costs $84.00. Employment is contingent upon passing the background and the drug screen.
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Carson City participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each applicant's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. All candidates who are offered employment with Carson City must complete Section 1 of the Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity prior to starting employment. Please be prepared to provide required documentation as soon as possible after the job offer is made. For additional information regarding acceptable documents for this purpose, please contact Human Resources at 775.887.2103 or go to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services web page at www.uscis.gov
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This position is covered under the authority of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Act (FMCSA).
All employees covered by this job description are subject to drug and alcohol testing in accordance with the requirements of the FMCSA, as set forth in 49 CFR part 382 as amended; and the Carson City FMCSA Anti-Drug & Alcohol Misuse Prevention Program; which are hereby
referenced and made part of the job description and mandates urine testing and breath alcohol testing for safety-sensitive and commercial driver's license positions. A violation of the policy and/or law may result in immediate termination of employment.
The US Department of Transportation (DOT) also imposes 49 CFR part 40 as amended, which is hereby referenced and made part of this job description, that establishes standards for collection and testing of urine and breath specimens.
Copies of parts 382 and 40 are available in the Alcohol Program Manager's office and on the internet at the Office of Drug and Alcohol Policy and Compliance website https://www.transportation.gov/odapc -
Carson City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
