Integrated Waste Operations Foreman - Departmental Promotion Job at Calaveras, C

Overview

Under general direction of the Solid Waste Manager or Operations Supervisor, will plan, lead, assign, coordinate and oversee the work of crews assigned to the County landfill operation; to direct and assist with day-to-day landfill operations and to do related work as required.

Distinguishing Characteristics

This is the advanced journey level position within the Integrated Waste Worker/Equipment Operator series; incumbents are expected to perform lead worker duties, acting as a working foreman for projects as assigned. Incumbents are required to routinely handle refuse, green waste, soils and on occasion, hazardous waste as an integral part of their daily duties. Incumbents must familiarize themselves with, and adhere to, the Operations Plan for "Permanent Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility". This position requires working on weekends and holidays.

• Assigns work, gives instructional and technical assistance, coordinates and reviews work of crews engaged in various functions related to landfill operations; may review, plan and direct maintenance activities, equipment repair and other related functions.
• Operates a variety of types of equipment, including trucks, loaders, graders and general construction equipment.
• In the absence of the Operations Supervisor, may supervises the purchase and storage of related equipment, materials and supplies.
• Serves as departmental liaison with representatives from other county departments and outside agencies.
• Assists in the determination of the extent and costs of needed maintenance and construction projects as relates to landfill programs.
• Performs general repair, maintenance and construction tasks as required.
• May assist with budget preparation activities.
• Evaluates and makes recommendations regarding staffing and equipment needs for project operations.
• May investigate complaints and make appropriate recommendations to management.
• Serves as lead worker, subject matter expert, and working foreman, handling duties of subordinate positions as necessary.
• Follows all safety related rules, laws, and polices; promotes a safe working environment.
• Routinely operate heavy equipment including the use of loaders, scrapers, dump trucks and water tenders. Routinely scrape and collect soils, haul dirt, spray roads, move refuse, compact refuse and spread alternative daily cover.
• General Household Hazardous Waste facility maintenance.
• Must have a fundamental understanding of hazardous materials and hazardous waste and be able to address concerns associated with such materials on the working face of the landfill.

Knowledge of

Operations, methods, equipment, services, materials, activities and techniques commonly used in a comprehensive landfill operation; principles of integrated waste management and environmental compliance, practices, techniques, and equipment used in integrated waste management and recycling operations; principals of supervision and training; operating safety practices and procedures; applicable regulations and state mandates; ability to effectively assess and maintain county equipment; ability to establish and maintain accurate records; computers and applications relative to landfill operations.

Skill and Ability to

Assist in the coordination of integrated waste management and recycling programs: use logical reasoning, draw valid conclusions, and make appropriate recommendations related to solid waste programs; use computer applications and programs relative to landfill operations; prepare clear, concise and accurate reports; adhere to required safety & health rules, laws, and policies; assist with interpreting, explaining, applying Federal, State, and County regulations, policies and procedures related to Waste Management; Communicate effectively both orally and in writing; understand and carry out oral and written directions; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education, Training, and Experience

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: Equivalent to graduation from high school and five years of responsible experience operating heavy equipment; demonstrated supervisory experience is required; Landfill experience is highly desirable.

Possession of a valid California driver’s license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles; incumbents in this classification would normally be expected to possess a Class A license for the operation of heavy equipment. Incumbent must possess appropriate hazardous waste operations training certificate pursuant to 29 CFR 1910.120 prior to expiration of probationary period. May be required to participate in medical surveillance program in accordance with OSHA Standards.

This classification is designated as a Department of Transportation Safety Sensitive position. Incumbents are subject to drug and/or alcohol testing and must comply with all applicable drug and alcohol policies, procedures, laws, rules and regulations.