What are the responsibilities and job description for the Landfill Assistant position at City of Kearney?
Description
Under general supervision, assist in landfill operations by weighing vehicles, establishing accounts, charging fees, and directing traffic to disposal area. Limited judgment is exercised; opportunity for discretion is limited and procedures well defined.
Essential Functions
Work at landfill gate checking loads to determine pricing and compliance with State and local landfill regulations. Perform general building and grounds maintenance work. Check customer’s accounts for billing. Bill private customers without an account separately. Direct customers where to dispose of refuse. Charge for unsecured loads. Perform random load inspections on vehicles. Input information into computer. Weigh customer loads. Establish new accounts and vehicle identification numbers. Maintain building and grounds by cleaning restroom, office and shop. Pick up trash, litter and mow grass. Traffic control. Perform overtime as required; and performs other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISION - RESPONSIBILITY FOR WORK OF OTHERS:
None.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, officials and the public. (Daily)
Regular timely/punctual attendance. (Daily)
Work rotating schedule to include evening and weekend hours. (Daily)
Efficiently and properly direct trucks and vehicles in the unloading of solid waste. (Daily)
Receive and account for all funds properly. (Daily)
Perform tasks in accordance with accepted safety practices. (Daily)
PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Work Type: Light, exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects
Climbing/Balancing: Climb inclines, uneven surfaces, balance required
Walking: Moderate amount required
Stooping/Bending: Occasionally
Stand/Sit: Sit about 50 percent of the time
Reaching: Frequent, overhead as well as horizontal
Vision: Adequate to perform essential job functions
Color Vision: Adequate to perform essential job functions
Hearing: Frequently perceive nature of sounds by ear
Speech: Frequently express ideas by means of spoken words
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently operates equipment requiring moderate ability
Manual Dexterity: Frequently operates equipment and tools requiring moderate ability
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/EXPOSURES:
Inside/Outside: Work inside and outside
Cold/Heat: Adverse conditions possible
Wet/Dry: Adverse conditions possible
Noise/Vibrations: Heavy vehicle noise
Hazards: Moderate exposure to traffic safety and construction areas
Fumes/Dust/Odors: Exposure to dust, odors and minimal fumes
Infectious Diseases: Moderate exposure
MENTAL REQUIREMENTS OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Ability to read and comprehend written material.
Ability to listen to and apply information and instructions.
Ability to understand mathematical concepts to include basic arithmetic.
Ability to comprehend and apply computer software principles.
Ability to maintain accurate records.
Qualifications
MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school level education or G.E.D. and some computer experience in keeping of basic records. Must possess valid Nebraska driver’s license.
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS:
None.
Supplemental Information
MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT AND WORK AIDS USED:
Computer, pencil, pen, calculator, telephone, fax machine, radio, brooms, mops, city vehicle, lawn mowers, and weed eaters.
REMARKS:
The above position description is intended to describe the duties of an employee in general terms and does not necessarily describe all of his/her duties.
Rates effective January 1, 2025 and are subject to change. Benefits are effective on the 1st day of employment.
Health and Dental Insurance: The City of Kearney Health Insurance Plan includes health, prescription, and dental coverage. Employee spouses’ who have health/dental coverage available through their own employer are not eligible to participate in the City’s health/dental insurance.
Health/Dental (4 Tiers)
- Single Coverage $ 77.35 biweekly
- Employee Spouse Coverage $165.24 biweekly
- Employee Dependents Coverage $131.49 biweekly
- Family Coverage $192.74 biweekly
IdentityForce: Identity Theft Protection available, Employee/Children (children 26 and under) $8.49; Family $14.49 per month.
Retirement: City contributes 6% if the employee contributes 6%.
Life Insurance: The City pays 100% of the cost of employee life insurance of $50,000, spouse coverage $10,000, and dependent children coverage $5,000. Supplemental life insurance available at a discounted group rate.
Cafeteria/Section 125: Can be used for medical and daycare expenses per IRS guidelines.
Deferred Comp: Voluntary deferred compensation program (457 & Roth IRA Plans).
EAP: Employee Assistance Program provides 6 free counseling sessions per issue for employees and dependents.
Long Term Disability: Long term disability insurance provided by the City.
Longevity: Annual payment of $300 after 5 years of continuous years of service with $50 increases every 5 years with a maximum payment of $550.
Vacation: Vacation leave is earned and accrued in bi-weekly increments in the following manner: 80 hrs years 1 - 4; 120 hrs years 5 – 14; 160 hrs years 15 . New employees receive 40 hours of vacation upon hire with biweekly accruals beginning on the sixth month of employment. Vacation leave may accumulate to a maximum of 240 hours.
Medical Leave: Medical leave is accrued at a biweekly rate equal to 12 days a year. New employees receive 40 hours of medical leave upon hire with biweekly accruals beginning on the sixth month of employment. Medical leave may accumulate to a maximum of 1,440 hours.
Parental Leave: 3 weeks paid leave.
Personal Leave: 2 personal days are provided on the first of every calendar year. Employees must be employed on January 1st to receive personal leave days. Unused personal leave does not carry over to the next year.
Holidays: Twelve paid holidays per year.
Military: Active members receive 120 hours of military leave annually. Military leave does not carry over to the next year.
Salary : $300