Solid Waste Technician - SCC

Summary or Purpose

Operate and support landfall and solid waste operations at the Prudhoe Bay facility in a safe, compliant, and efficient manner. This position performs operational, inspection, documentation, and regulatory support functions related to solid waste handling, waste stream control, and environmental compliance.
The Solid Waste Technician ensures accurate waste tracking, daily inspections, chain-of-custody integrity, and adherence to applicable environmental and safety regulations while supporting continuous and reliable solid waste services. The position functions within a structured career ladder framework that supports progression through increased responsibility, training, and demonstrated competency.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

Log, ticket, and reconcile incoming solid and special waste streams
Maintain accurate chain-of-custody records and waste documentation
Conduct daily landfill, waste handling, and site inspections
Operate landfill-related heavy equipment, including but not limited to loaders, compactors, dozers, and similar equipment, in support of daily waste handling, placement, cover, and site operations in accordance with safety procedures and operational requirements.
Identify prohibited, special, and hazardous waste and follow established handling procedures
Support hazardous waste sorting, manifesting, recordkeeping, and regulatory submittal as assigned
Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local environmental and safety regulations
Coordinate operational and maintenance activities related to waste handling areas and equipment
Complete required reports, logs, and inspection documentation
Support safe, continuous landfill operations under varying weather and operational conditions
Participate in required training and maintain applicable certifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Working knowledge of solid waste and landfill operations
Ability to safely operate landfill-related heavy equipment or obtain required equipment training and
authorization.
Ability to recognize prohibited, special, and hazardous waste
Ability to understand the chain-of-custody and documentation requirements
Ability to perform inspections and accurately document findings
Knowledge of environmental, safety, and operational procedures
Ability to follow written SOPs and regulatory requirements
Strong attention to detail and record accuracy
Ability to meet physical and safety requirements of the position
Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, contractors, and regulators
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a rotational work environment
Ability to obtain required site-specific training and certifications

Education, Experience, Certifications and Licenses Required

High school diploma, or G.E.D/or, a combination of 12 years of education and related work experience
Experience in solid waste, landfill, environmental services, or related operations preferred
Experience operating heavy equipment in landfills, construction, or industrial environments is preferred.
Hazardous waste, environmental, or safety training preferred or required based on assignment
Valid U.S. driver's license that meets North Slope insurance criteria.

The North Slope Borough offers the following benefit packages to all permanent full time and permanent part time employees who work at least 15 hours a week.

Health care is provided at no cost to the employee (no premiums). Our Health Care package covers major medical, preventive care, vision, dental and prescription drug benefits.

Benefits do not apply to temporary employees.