What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanic (Solid Waste) position at City of Odessa?
Department: Solid Waste Reports to: Roll Off Supervisor
Summary: Performs mechanical maintenance and troubleshoots all Division commercial compactors. Generates daily, weekly, and monthly service schedules for all commercial compactors and open tops. Assists the Roll-off Supervisor and the administration with compactor inventory control.
Scope of Responsibility: Responsible for the operation and inventory control of all of the Division's commercial compactors and open tops. Accountable for customer satisfaction with respect to compactor operations, maintenance, cleanliness, and safety.
Essential Functions: -- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Responsible for performing all compactor maintenance, emergency troubleshooting, "on-call" requests, and preventative maintenance schedule.
- Complies with daily, weekly, and monthly compactor service schedules. The service schedule is related to the Roll Off Supervisor and Division Administration.
- Assist Roll-Off Supervisor with compactor and open top inventory control.
- Maintains accurate inventory control of compactor accessory equipment and operating conditions thereof. Relays the required equipment replacement list to the Roll-Off Supervisor immediately.
- Performs all minor and preventative maintenance and adjustments in the yard or in the field.
- Responds immediately to commercial compactor complaints and/or requests from commercial clients. Understands and accepts the responsibility of being on a 24-hour call status.
- Required to drive when necessary.
- Performs all other duties as assigned to include welding, sandblasting, painting, relocating box containers, operating shop equipment and driving any shop vehicles as deemed necessary.
- Must have and maintain a cell phone for City use to hold this position.
- Supports departmental operations with regular, timely attendance.
- Supports the relationship between the City of Odessa and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
Education, Training, and Experience Guidelines: High school diploma or GED required. Six (6) months of mechanical/troubleshooting progressively responsible experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to read, write, understand and follow oral and written instructions.
- Ability to train and supervise section employees when required.
- Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safe conduct of heavy manual work
- Knowledge of modern principles and practices of solid waste compactor disposal and refuse.
- Ability to perform the routine maintenance of assigned equipment.
- Ability to deal effectively with co-workers, supervisors, and the public.
- Ability to work under adverse weather conditions.
- Ability to maintain and control confidential information.
License and certification requirements: Possess a valid driver's license. Texas Class B CDL preferred.
Safety Requirement: Position requires the wearing of City-approved safety shoes.