Responsible for the safe, smooth traffic flow of vehicles at the working face of the landfill by enforcing publicly posted safety rules. Guides heavy equipment and dump trucks through landfill. Checks areas to inform scale house where to send truck loads. Screens waste and notifies scale house which loads need to be crushed immediately. Removes tires from waste and notifies scale house. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Inspects loads entering the landfill and ensures waste is being disposed of in proper areas.
• Directs vehicles to the proper area of the facility based on site fill plan.
• Directs and communicates with trucks and vehicles in and out of the working area in all weather conditions.
• Controls traffic flow in the event of emergency.
• Follows all safety policies and rules including properly approaching vehicles; enforces publicly posted safety rules and un-posted safety standards.
• Communicates with customers, scale house, and equipment operators regarding incoming loads of waste or other issues as they arise.
• Performs general labor duties including site clean-up, yard work, and building maintenance as needed.
• Will be required to drive a City vehicle for City business use.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES
Knowledge of:

• Knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Knowledge of safety practices and hazards standard to work area.
• Knowledge of traffic control techniques.

Skills and Abilities:

• Skill in organization and time management. 
• Skill in performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.
• Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.
• Ability to perform strenuous work and routine work.
• Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
• Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.
• Ability to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of this position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDSPhysical Effort Requirements Position will have the following exposures

• Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk.
• Exerting up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.

 
Work Environment Locations Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments
 
 Never

• Office or similar indoor environment
• Warehouse environment

 
Seldom

• Office or similar indoor environment
• Warehouse environment

 
Sometimes

• Confined space 

 
Frequently

• Outdoor environment
• Street environment (near moving traffic)
• Construction site
• Vehicles
• Other: ______

Often

• Outdoor environment
• Street environment (near moving traffic)
• Construction site
• Vehicles
• Other: ______

Exposures Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements
 
Never

• Individuals who are hostile or irate
• Individuals with known violent backgrounds

 
Seldom

• Individuals who are hostile or irate
• Individuals with known violent backgrounds

 
Sometimes

• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
• Communicable diseases

 
Frequently

• Communicable diseases
• Moving mechanical parts
• Fumes or airborne particles
• Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances
• Loud noises (85 decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)
• Other: (Specify:_____)

Often

• Communicable diseases
• Moving mechanical parts
• Fumes or airborne particles
• Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances
• Loud noises (85 decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)
• Other: (Specify:_____)

Travel Position will require the employee to travel
 
Never:

• Local travel
• Regional travel
• National travel
• International travel

 
Seldom:

• Local travel
• Regional travel
• National travel
• International travel

Required Education and Experience

At least 18 years of age. Required Licenses or Certifications

• None

Valid Texas Driver License. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment.

As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.
Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.
Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at (956) 791-7480 two days prior to the scheduled interview and/or test if applicable.
 

City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply. Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values.