Laborer - Transfer Station

SCHEDULE:

Tuesday - Friday 7:00am-3:30pm & Saturdays 8:00am-4:00pm

NATURE OF WORK:

Performs a variety of semi-skilled or unskilled tasks related to various forms of general labor in the areas of construction, repair and maintenance of roads and drainage infrastructure, grounds and facilities.

Functions as Transfer Station Attendant at designated times of operation. Directs and monitors the proper placement of materials brought to the Transfer Station for disposal. Collects and manages related fees.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Works under the supervision of the Highway Superintendent or other designated supervisor.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Performs road maintenance work, e.g., cleans gutters, sweeps streets, digs ditches, shovels materials such as asphalt, sand, stone, etc., and spreads patching materials.

Performs grounds maintenance work, e.g., rakes leaves, cuts grass, weeds, and brush by hand or power equipment.

As Transfer Station Attendant: Ensures eligibility of Transfer Station patrons, inspects loads, directs disposal, and administers assignment and collection of fees. Notifies Highway Superintendent when assistance is needed for moving or compacting various wastes. Maintains area according to Department of Energy and Environmental Protection regulations. Performs other duties as required to maintain safe and orderly Transfer Station area.

Cleans and routinely greases assigned vehicles and equipment.

Ability to establish and maintain effective and courteous working relationships with Town Officials, public officials, the general public, other departments and agencies, and co-workers.

Regular attendance is a requirement of this position.

*****The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.*****

QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE:

Knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of construction and maintenance work.

Ability to understand and follow oral instructions.

Ability to read and comprehend procedures, policies, documents, and directives that are necessary to the safe performance of the job.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Physical and psychological examinations, as may be required during employment. Drug screening will be required.

Criminal background and driving record checks are required prior to employment.

Means of transportation.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

None required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Considerable physical strength and stamina.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly required to: talk; hear; speak; stand; walk, bend; twist; balance, stoop or crouch; sit; climb stairs to various levels; use hands, fingers wrist for repetitive motion; handle/feel objects; reach; drive; get in and out of vehicles; tolerate exposure to weather, domestic animals and environmental allergens. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and may be required to occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Continuous visual acuity including close vision and the ability to adjust focus and normal audio ability.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee works in outside weather conditions as well as various inside environments. The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts; in precarious places; and is exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes, extreme cold, and extreme heat.

The employee must be free from mental and/or physical disorders which would interfere with performance of duties as described, and have the ability to maintain his/her composure with the public and co-workers in everyday, stressful and emergency situations. Employee may occasionally have to function in situations where subjected to aggressive physical and/or verbal behavior.

*****This job description does not constitute an employment agreement or contract between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.*****

LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE:

Will need to acquire DEEP Transfer Station Operator certification.

Pay: $25.73 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• 457(b)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $26