What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operator 1- Solid Waste/ Recycling position at Pierce County?
Purpose of Position:
Under the general direction of the Operations Manager deals with the unloading, sorting, processing and loading ofrecyclables; operation of commercial motor vehicle and other heavy equipment totransport recyclables and general equipment/facility maintenance; assigned tasks will rotate and vary according to daily facility needs.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; additional training is also recognized.
- Must have knowledge of traffic, recycling and safety laws and geographic knowledge of Pierce County.
- Must be able to manipulate boxes and barrels weighing up to an estimated 100 lbs. in and out of the truck, via the lift gate and by pushing around the facility.
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
- Must obtain a valid CDL license within 6 months of hire
Preferred Qualifications:
- CDL license with air brakes is preferred upon hire;
- One year of paid experience driving a commercial motor vehicle requiring a CDL license
- Skid-steer and forklift operation, and operation of recycling equipment such as balers and conveyors preferred
This position is a FT 40 hours per week position starting at $23.95- $25.31 per hour (depending on qualifications)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23.95 - $25.31 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Wellness program
Work Location: In person
Salary : $24 - $25