Job Details
Job Location
Avante Building - Villa Rica, GA
Salary Range
$26.94 - $35.02 Hourly
Description
Job Summary: This position coordinates and supervises the activities of the Solid Waste division to ensure the efficient and effective provision of City sanitation services. Work is performed under the supervision of the Public Works Director.
Major Duties:

• Supervises and assists with the solid waste activities;
• Establishes work priorities; monitors work in progress and assists when necessary;ensures workers follow safe practices and departmental policies and procedures;maintains payroll of crew; reviews and evaluates employee performance;
• Trains laborers and instructs in work methods, rules and standards;
• Ensures appropriate safety standards are followed on all assignments;
• Facilitates problem solving as needed, regarding equipment scheduling, assignments and employee complaints;
• Assists with the preparation of annual departmental budget;
• Establishes priorities for work schedules and daily allocation of personnel, equipment and other division resources;
• Listens to and addresses citizens' questions regarding service complaints and problems;
• Coordinates and submits recommendations for purchasing equipment necessary to the division; maintains inventory for relevant equipment;
• Maintains the appearance and proper functioning of sanitation equipment;
• Performs other related duties as required.

Knowledge Required by the Position:

• Knowledge of geographical layout of City streets and roadways;
• Knowledge of occupational hazards involved and the safety precautions necessary to accomplish division objectives; knowledge of OSHA and Georgia DOT laws and regulations;
• Knowledge of safe, effective methods and techniques of operating a variety of heavyconstruction and maintenance equipment used in such work as excavating, loading,digging, etc;
• Knowledge of departmental and City operating policies, procedures and rules;
• Knowledge of all applicable traffic laws, ordinances and regulations governing the operation of sanitation trucks;
• Skill in the safe operation of assigned vehicles, even under adverse weather and road conditions;
• Knowledge of budget preparation and monitoring;
• Skill in identifying equipment problems and malfunctions;
• Skill in effective and clear oral and written communication;
• Skill in dealing tactfully and courteously with customers and citizens in all situations;
• Ability to lead, supervise and schedule the work of subordinates and effectively and efficiently accomplish division objectives;
• Ability to evaluate problems and complaints regarding sanitation services;
• Ability to work independently, organize tasks and meet deadlines;
• Ability to observe, follow and direct subordinates to follow necessary safety precautions in all areas of assignment;
• Ability to work well with elected officials, co-workers and the general public.

Supervisory Controls: Work is assigned by and performed under the general supervision of the City Manager according to specific departmental and City goals.
Guidelines: Guidelines include City codes, departmental policies and procedures, State and Federal rules, OSHA laws, Georgia DOT rules and regulations. These guidelines are generally clear and specific, but require some judgment and interpretation in application.
Complexity: This position consists of a variety of tasks, including daily operations and planning and supervising sanitation crews.
Scope and Effect: The purpose of this position is to manage the daily operations of the Sanitation division. Successful performance contributes to the efficient and effective operation of the Sanitation division, and, by extension, Public Works Department.
Personal Contacts: Contacts are typically with elected officials, co-workers, other City employees and the general public.
Purpose of Contacts: Contacts are typically accessed to give and exchange information, resolve problems, negotiate or settle matters and provide services.
Physical Demands: The work is typically performed with intermittent standing, walking, bending, and crouching. The employee must occasionally lift objects, use tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity and distinguish between shades of color.
Work Environment: The work is typically performed outdoors, near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places. The employee is exposed to loud noise, inclement weather conditions, fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
Supervisory and Management Responsibility: This position has direct supervision over all Sanitation division personnel.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent; (5) years of progressively responsible experience in Street and Sanitation or related field, with at least five (3) years in a supervisory role; must possess a valid State of Georgia Class B CDL license; equivalent combination of education and experience.
The City of Villa Rica offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees including healthcare, dental care, vision care, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short term disability insurance, pension,12 paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and a 457(b) retirement plan with a City match.
Background screenings are conducted prior to employment.
City of Villa Rica does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law).
Due to a high volume of applications received, we are unable to contact each applicant individually.