JOB SUMMARY
This position performs difficult skilled work in supervising the daily operation of the refuse disposal, collection, recycling system, and landfill. This job will report to the Assistant Director of Solid Waste Services or designee.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Manages the Franklin County landfill site's daily operations.
- Oversees the disposal and sorting of refuse.
- Ensures that equipment is maintained correctly.
- Supervises or performs maintenance and repair work as needed.
- Orders replacement parts and vehicle maintenance supplies.
- Ensures adequate access to landfill.
- Implements guidance set by the Landfill Superintendent to maintain landfill operations conform to State regulations regarding monitoring, ground cover, leachate collection and handling, erosion control, etc.
- Serves as Landfill Superintendent in case of absence.
- Oversees maintenance of containers.
- Oversees ongoing operations of the landfill.
- Oversees Landfill Compliance Sampling
- Oversees Gas Monitoring of Closed Landfill
- Serves as County Utility Locator
- Maintains inventory of green box sites and acquires new sites as necessary.
- Oversees recycling boxes and collection.
- Prepares reports as required per State and local regulations as designated by the Landfill Superintendent.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK
- High school diploma or equivalent;
- Considerable experience operating and maintaining heavy equipment;
- Experience in employee supervision and experience in construction surveying;
- Or equivalent training, education, and/or experience; and
- Valid State of Virginia Commercial Driver’s License. (tanker endorsement preferred)
- Must possess a VA landfill operator license or be able to acquire a Landfill Operators license within 48 months of hire.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
None.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- High school diploma or equivalent;
- Considerable experience operating and maintaining heavy equipment;
- Experience in employee supervision and experience in construction surveying;
- Or equivalent training, education, and/or experience; and
- Valid State of Virginia Commercial Driver’s License. (tanker endorsement preferred)
- Must possess a VA landfill operator license or be able to acquire a Landfill Operators license within 48 months of hire.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must be able to lift at least 75 pounds occasionally. Work may include walking, standing, climbing, and stooping.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment is comprised of various indoor and outdoor environments. Requires toleration of inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibration, hazards, atmospheric conditions, oils, and uneven terrains and surfaces.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANCE
Franklin County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Franklin County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with the employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $54,534.00 - $70,894.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Work Location: In person