Solid Waste & Recycle Laborer

Job summary

The purpose of the position of the Meade County SW&R Laborer is to perform skilled work in the recycle center under the supervision of the Recycle/Litter Abatement Manager and the Coordinator.

Summary of essential job functions

The Meade County Recycle Laborer will:

· Open gates at starting time as well as close and lock them at closing time.

· Supervise litter crew and any other volunteer workers assigned to the recycle center.

· Answer phone calls, wait on customers, write receipts and take payments.

· Be able to follow oral and written instructions.

· Prepare and process paperwork for roll offs that are being delivered or picked up.

· Assist in maintaining charge account records.

· Close out register daily, balance paperwork with money and turn both in to Solid Waste office.

· Attend safety meetings and follow all safety rules.

· Report any and all accidents or injuries to the Solid Waste office immediately.

· Keep work area and grounds clean. Make sure grass is cut and trimmed. Keep office, bathroom and kitchen areas clean.

· Help unload trucks and ensure that trailers and truck beds are swept before leaving yard. Make sure pits are kept cleaned out.

· Help bale recycle items. Make sure that boxes at recycle windows are changed when necessary.

· Pick up cardboard weekly (or more often if needed) from local customers.

· Help keep empty roll off containers staged at pit area and customer boxes as needed.

· Operate (or learn to operate) backhoe, skid steer, compactor, forklift, scales, balers and shredder. Keep equipment and vehicles clean and in good operating condition. Report any equipment problems to Recycle/Litter Abatement Manager or Coordinator.

· Responsible for making sure all items i.e. metal, trash, e-scrap, etc. are placed in proper containers.

· Perform any other duties as assigned by the Recycle Manager or Coordinator.

Minimum requirements

· High School diploma or equivalent.

· Must pass a drug test and background check.

· Must have a valid driver’s license.

· Needs to have mechanical aptitude, manual dexterity and enough physical strength to handle tasks under varying work conditions. Must also have basic math aptitude.

· Display mature judgment, courtesy and tact in dealing with the public, elected officials and government employees and serve the county’s best interest. Must remain respectful to co-workers and supervisor.

Abilities required

The physical demands described represent those required to successfully perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing job duties, the employee could reasonably be expected to:

Regularly (over 2/3)

• Talk and hear
• Reach with hands and arms
• Drive a vehicle
• Use hands to operate machinery
• Lift items up to 75 lbs
• Stand or walk

Occasionally (under 1/3)

• Sit

Vision requirements include close, distance, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Must be able to work on Saturday's in exchange for one day off during the regular work week.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $15.36 per hour

Expected hours: 16 – 24 per week

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Brandenburg, KY 40108: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person