Solid Waste Operator III - Safety

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Solid Waste Operator III - Safety

Salary

$28.42 - $41.20 Hourly

Location

AZ 85297, AZ

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

24-0275

Department

PUBLIC WORKS

Opening Date

07/10/2024

Closing Date

8/7/2024 11:59 PM Arizona

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We Are Seeking

With every job we fill, our focus is on providing best in class service to our citizens while offering the opportunity for professional growth in a rewarding and innovative work environment. Team Gilbert has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated professional to fill the position of Solid Waste Operator III with a focus in Safety.

Solid Waste Operators report to the Solid Waster & Recycling Manager. This position will be responsible for the administration and ongoing activities of the Solid Waste and Recycling Safety Program. The position will provide policies, standard operating procedures and training to ensure the division is following the Town of Gilbert Safety Manual, OSHA regulations, ADOSH regulations, and other industry safety standards/best practices.

This position is responsible for promoting, coordinating, and implementing a variety of office and field activities associated with promoting safe work behaviors and conditions.

Ideal candidates will have good energy and enthusiasm, work well with co-workers, and customers and management team, be quick at solving problems independently and have a strong work ethic. Knowledge and skill required for success in this position is familiarity with the Town of Gilbert driving routes, a strong history of attendance and punctuality, record-keeping ability and attention to safety.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate safely in multiple lines of service; roll-off, rear, side and front-loading automated refuse vehicle collecting refuse on a designated route of apartments, office buildings, residential customers, commercial establishments or other sites of contained refuse and disposal sites.

• Administer safety related training for new and existing operators, solid waste workers, and leadership.

• Prepare records and reports as required.

• Review accidents and incidents. Conduct root cause analysis and share findings with Peer Incident Review Team and leadership.

• Serve as team safety trainer and mentor for assigned SWR team; Partner with assigned SWR leadership to effectively communicate department and Town-wide goals, objectives, and safety initiatives; Partner with SWR leadership to develop SOP's and best practice procedures.

• Computer knowledge/training will be required to help assign work for Residential, Bulk, Commercial (front-load), Roll-Off and Container maintenance teams.

• SWO IIIs will lead various teams, such as an internal accident/incident review.

• Interpret and summarize Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations relating to CDL holders in the performance of safety-sensitive functions.

The first review of applications will take place on Wednesday, July 24, 2024, with a final review after the posting close date.

About You

You are someone who effectively exceeds customer needs by building productive relationships and taking responsibility for customer satisfaction and loyalty. You actively participate as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals and produce quality outcomes. You are committed to our safety philosophy, and you take great pride in proactively managing time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently while accomplishing objectives and achieving goals beyond what is required.

At Team Gilbert, we hire innovative, forward-thinking problem-solvers who love what they do! In addition to possessing the ability to live out our core and functional values daily, candidates must possess the following requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED.

• Associate degree or a 2 year Technical Certificate preferred, but not required.

• 3 years of experience in heavy equipment operation, supplemented by vocational/technical training in heavy equipment and vehicle operation.

• 1-2 years of increasing responsibilities in a lead or trainer capacity.

• 2-3 years demonstrated track record of previous safety training experience.

• 2 years in the solid waste industry.

• 5 years of experience in safety or related area and necessary certifications.

LICENSING/CERTIFICATIONS:

Possess and maintain an Arizona Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and Medical Card. (May be given 6 months to obtain)

This position is an At-Will position and is FLSA Non-Exempt - eligible for overtime compensation.

We Are Team Gilbert

Gilbert is on a mission to be the City of the Future. We choose to “Anticipate. Create. Help people.” With over 100 years of history and growth, our focus is on keeping the thriving community that Gilbert is today well into the future. Gilbert has been named among the top 100 Healthiest Employers, the Most Prosperous City in the Country, Best Place to Live, Work and Play, Arizona’s Most Admired Companies to Work For, and more. (https://www.gilbertaz.gov/about-us/team-gilbert/awards-accolades)

We hire people who share our aspiration to be driven, kind, bold, and humble. Join Team Gilbert, and help us shape a new tomorrow, today: https://youtu.be/ftB0lKDltvc

Up For the Challenge

In addition to a competitive salary, Gilbert offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes self-funded medical and dental plans, life insurance, disability, pension, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, babies at work, and more.

Join Team Gilbert and make an income while making an impact! If you are looking for an opportunity to make a visible contribution to our community and get excited about doing interesting work that matters, then why not click that "Apply" button at the top there? We can't think of a better place to put your talents to work.

Let's get this adventure started!

Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Town of Gilbert offers a comprehensive benefits package for qualifying positions that includes self-funded medical and dental plans, life insurance, disability, pension, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, babies at work, and more! Click Here (https://www.gilbertaz.gov/home/showdocument?id=42978&t=637793142009536761) to see a list of our benefit offerings at-a-glance.

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In the questions that follow, you will be asked for information about your work history, to include things such as dates of employment, names of employers and specific details of the work you did. In answer to questions asking you to describe your work experience, if you do not have that type of experience, enter "N/A". Answers provided in this supplemental questionnaire must be substantiated and verifiable in the employment history section of your application. Be aware that submitting a resume in lieu of completing the employment history section of the application and failing to provide all the information requested in these supplemental questions will disqualify you from further consideration, so be thorough in answering the questions. Please indicate whether you accept these terms by checking the appropriate response below.

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  Do you have at least 2 years of experience in the solid waste industry?

• Yes

• No

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  If you indicated you do have the experience listed in the previous question, please describe your experience in detail in the space below. If not, please enter N/A.

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  Do you currently possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and Medical Card or have the ability to obtain in 6 months?

• Yes

• No

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  If you indicated in the previous question, you do currently possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL), please indicate in the space below if hold a Class A or a Class B, the state of issue and the expiration date. If you do not currently possess a CDL please enter N/A.

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  How many years of experience do you have operating commercial vehicles other than solid waste heavy equipment?

• No experience in this area

• Less than one year

• 1-2

• 2-3

• 3+

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  Do you have an associate degree or a Two-Year Technical Certificate or at least 2 years of experience in Solid Waste? Please select all responses that apply to your education and/or experience.

• Yes, I have an Associate degree or a Two-Year Technical Certificate

• Yes, I have at least 2 years of Experience in Solid Waste

• No, I do not have an Associate Degree or at least 2 years of experience No, I do not have an Associate degree or at least 2 years of experience

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  Have you ever participated in the development or implementation of a safety training program?

• Yes

• No

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  If you indicated you do have the experience listed in the previous question, please describe your experience in detail in the space below. If not, please enter N/A.

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  Have you ever presented any solid waste collection techniques and/or safety training programs?

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• No

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  If you indicated you have the experience listed in the previous question, please describe your experience in detail in the space below. If not, please enter N/A.

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  How many years of full-time paraprofessional or professional-level experience do you have in safety training or a related field?

• No experience in this area

• Less than one year

• 1-2

• 2-3

• 3+

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  If you indicated you have the experience listed in the previous question, please describe your experience in detail in the space below. If not, please enter N/A.

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  Have you ever taken any OSHA training programs (1-hour, 10-hour or 30-hour) for General Industry or Industry Specific?

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• No

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  If you indicated you do have the experience listed in the previous question, please describe your experience in detail in the space below. If not, please enter N/A.

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  Are you available to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and extended days beyond 10 hours?

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• No

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  Please describe your experience conducting accident investigations, Operator evaluations, CDL Pre-Trip Testing, and/or Operator Training. If none, please indicate N/A.

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  Please describe what you consider to be the components of a successful Solid Waste Operator Safety Program in the space below.

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  The following question is strictly confidential and will not be made part of your application for employment. Preference Status per Arizona Revised Statute 38-492 (select all that apply):

• Veteran

• Disabled Veteran

• Veteran's Spouse/Surviving Spouse

• Disabled Person

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Town of Gilbert

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Website

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