ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (include but are not limited to the following)
- Receives the public and collects disposal fees from the public; directs truck and vehicle operators to the proper refuse unloading areas; visually inspects trucks and vehicles for hazardous materials; checks vehicles for proof of residence or business license.
- Determines proper disposal fees; receives cash from the public and enters transactions into a cash register; records the appropriate dollar amount charged to commercial haulers.
- Prepares and maintains routine records and reports of cash receipts and solid waste disposal activity; tracks and enforces conditions of dumping permits.
- Answers questions and complaints of the public and controls and directs traffic into the solid waste disposal facility.
- Operates a computer and electronic scale; answers facility phone and two way radio; takes or relays messages; prepares and delivers daily deposits and composes daily tally reports.
- Cleans debris and safety hazards from unloading blocks with rake, shovel, or broom; visually inspects scale area and eliminates fire and other safety and environmental hazards.
- Visually inspects trucks and vehicles to determine type and amount of solid waste material; measures the size of refuse loads to be disposed; tabulates total volume with a conversion chart; weighs vehicles by use of automatic truck scales and records weights.
- Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, State/local agencies, City management and staff, and the public.
OTHER DUTIES: (include but are not limited to the following)
- May learn the safe operation of water trucks, bulldozers, compactors, and related heavy equipment used to spread, compact, and cover solid waste materials.
- Assists in the performance of routine grounds maintenance tasks at the solid waste disposal facility.
- May be exposed to confidential and privileged information during the course of duties, which should be maintained as such.
- Performs other related duties as required.
PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Position requires sitting, standing, walking on level and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping, and making repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties. The position also requires both near and far vision during inspecting or data entry. The need to lift, carry, and push tools, equipment, and supplies weighing 50 pounds or more may also be required. Additionally, the incumbent in this outdoor position works in all weather conditions, including wet, hot, and cold. The incumbent may use cleaning and lubricating chemicals, which may expose the employee to fumes or airborne particles, and the incumbents may be exposed to mechanical and electrical hazards. The nature of the work also requires the incumbent to drive motorized vehicles, and often work with constant interruptions. The incumbent may be required to respond to after hours emergency call-outs and perform routine standby duties.
Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.
