Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $43,188.86 - $56,827.94
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Paid holidays
Job Description
Pulaski County Sanitation/Public Works department is a key government entity responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and environmental health of the community. The department handles essential public services such as solid waste collection, recycling, yard waste management, litter cleanup, and animal control services. Dedicated to ensuring public safety and environmental sustainability, the Sanitation/Public Works department operates various programs and manages crews that deliver these vital services across the county. This employer emphasizes safety, reliability, and community engagement as core principles. The employment opportunity is for a non-exempt, safety-sensitive position eligible for overtime, with a strong emphasis on adherence to safety protocols... Show More
Job Requirements
- Completion of high school or equivalency
- considerable experience with solid waste collection or animal control including some supervisory experience
- possession of a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
- ability to lift and carry up to 60 pounds
- ability to communicate verbally in person, by telephone, and by radio
- reliable attendance
- successful completion of criminal background check, motor vehicle report, and pre-employment physical
- passing pre-employment and random drug and alcohol tests
- compliance with safety-sensitive position guidelines
- ability to work under stress and maintain good interpersonal relations
Job Qualifications
- Completion of high school or equivalency
- considerable experience with solid waste collection or animal control including supervisory experience
- valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
- knowledge of solid waste collection processes, procedures, and equipment maintenance
- knowledge of state and local solid waste and animal control regulations
- ability to prepare reports
- effective communication and interpersonal skills
- supervisory experience with crews in solid waste collection and animal control
- computer operation skills
- ability to work outdoors and manage teams in various weather conditions
Job Duties
- Determines crew assignment daily based on workload needs
- Oversees daily operations supervising crews involved with yard waste collection, transportation of recyclable materials, litter cleanup program, and animal control
- Attends staff and community meetings in absence of the Director
- Ensures vehicles are inspected daily for safety, working order, and cleanliness
- Reviews drivers' daily reports and completes work orders for repairs
- Responds to citizens' complaints about refuse collection and animal control
- Performs road checks for proper billing and assists in auditing customer database
- Inspects special pick-up requests and illegal dump sites, determining equipment and manpower requirements
- Supervises collection and disposal of dead animals on county roads
- Reports new customers, road conditions, and residential requests to the office
- Communicates with residents regarding proper container use, set out times, and garbage location
- Receives service requests and complaints and assigns staff accordingly
- Identifies equipment and staffing needs for budget proposals and attends budget meetings
- Reviews daily and monthly activity reports
- Ensures proper training and adherence to safety procedures
- Oversees collection, storage, and distribution of recyclable materials
- Interviews applicants and makes hiring and disciplinary recommendations
- Provides backup to the Director when needed
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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