JOB DESCRIPTION

 

 

JOB TITLE:  Landfill Maintenance Repair Specialist

 

MAINTENANCE REVIEW DATE:  June 2001

 

ORG/POS #:  2100/1635

 

JOB OBJECTIVE:  To repair and perform preventative maintenance on equipment, and facilities at the Solid Waste Landfill.

 

ACCOUNTABILITY:  Receives general supervision from the Solid Waste Engineer.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

 

1.         Operates welding and cutting equipment to fabricate and install new components and remove, replace and repair worn and damaged components of Landfill facilities and equipment.

 

2.         Maintains and repairs Landfill irrigation and sprinkler systems and other plumbing components on Landfill facilities.

 

3.         Performs mechanical work including disassembling electrical and pump systems, and other major repair work with the assistance of outside contractors.

 

4.         Reconditions and replaces defective parts such as bearings, gears, valves, and bushings, using sleeve puller, hand tools, and precision measuring instruments.

 

5.         Troubleshoots to identify replacement and repair of parts and materials; maintains an inventory of tools, supplies, and materials listing purchases, materials used and materials in stock requisitions tools, equipment, and other needed supplies.

 

6.         Troubleshoots and diagnoses malfunctions in electrical equipment at Landfill facilities; works with outside electrical contractors.

 

7.         Conducts periodic routine preventive maintenance inspections for all Landfill facilities.

 

8.         Inspects the work of outside contractors performing work on Landfill facilities to ensure work performed is in compliance with applicable codes, ordinances, and specifications.

 

9.         Inspects equipment to identify needed repairs; performs necessary tests and final inspections of all completed work to ensure all phases of preventive and corrective maintenance have been completed to established standards.

 

10.       Troubleshoots on rebuilt assemblies, components, electrical and hydraulic systems for operational efficiency.

 

11.       Completes work orders and written reports of weekly work activities for use by the Solid Waste Engineer.

 

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12.       Implements and maintains an inventory control system for tools and equipment to prevent losses and ensure adequate supplies for completing work assignments.

 

13.       Notifies Solid Waste Engineer of major problems and damage to equipment and facilities.

 

14.       Operates and maintains various facilities at the Landfill, including the fuel station and wash site.

 

15.       Provides routine maintenance and repairs to the fuel station, wash site, and other Landfill facilities.

 

16.       Prepares specifications and cost estimates for the solicitation of bids on assigned repair and maintenance projects; reviews received bids on projects and makes recommendation on bid award to supervisor.

 

SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

1.         Performs other related duties as required.

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

None.

JOB SPECIFICATION

LANDFILL MAINTENANCE REPAIR SPECIALIST

 

 

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:  Performs work of considerable difficulty in repairing and performing preventative maintenance on equipment, and facilities at the Solid Waste Landfill.

 

MAINTENANCE REVIEW DATE:  June 2001

 

EXAMPLES OF WORK:  (Illustrative)

 

Operates welding and cutting equipment to fabricate and install new components and remove, replace and repair worn and damaged components of Landfill facilities and equipment.

 

Maintains and repairs Landfill irrigation and sprinkler systems and other plumbing components on Landfill facilities.

 

Performs mechanical work including disassembling electrical and pump systems, and other major repair work with the assistance of outside contractors.

 

Reconditions and replaces defective parts such as bearings, gears, valves, and bushings, using sleeve puller, hand tools, and precision measuring instruments.

 

Troubleshoots to identify replacement and repair of parts and materials; maintains an inventory of tools, supplies, and materials listing purchases, materials used and materials in stock requisitions tools, equipment, and other needed supplies.

 

Troubleshoots and diagnoses malfunctions in electrical equipment at Landfill facilities; works with outside electrical contractors.

 

Conducts periodic routine preventive maintenance inspections for all Landfill facilities.

 

Inspects the work of outside contractors performing work on Landfill facilities to ensure work performed is in compliance with applicable codes, ordinances, and specifications.

 

Inspects equipment to identify needed repairs; performs necessary tests and final inspections of all completed work to ensure all phases of preventive and corrective maintenance have been completed to established standards.

 

Troubleshoots on rebuilt assemblies, components, electrical and hydraulic systems for operational efficiency.

 

Completes work orders and written reports of weekly work activities for use by the Solid Waste Engineer.

 

Implements and maintains an inventory control system for tools and equipment to prevent losses and ensure adequate supplies for completing work assignments.

 

Notifies Solid Waste Engineer of major problems and damage to equipment and facilities.

 

Operates and maintains various facilities at the Landfill, including the fuel station and wash site.

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Provides routine maintenance and repairs to the fuel station, wash site, and other Landfill facilities.

 

Prepares specifications and cost estimates for the solicitation of bids on assigned repair and maintenance projects; reviews received bids on projects and makes recommendation on bid award to supervisor.

 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

 

Considerable knowledge of the operating and preventive maintenance requirements of light and heavy equipment.

 

Considerable knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of heavy-duty mechanical maintenance and repair work.

 

Considerable knowledge of welding methods and techniques.

 

Some knowledge with the basic methods and procedures of simple electrical component installation and replacement.

 

Some knowledge of the installation and maintenance of sprinkler and irrigation systems.

 

Skill in the operation of welding equipment.

 

Skill in the use of a variety of maintenance, power, hand, metal working tools and equipment.

 

Skill in the care and use of tools for all phases of heavy-duty mechanical maintenance and repair work.

 

Skill in the use of special diagnostic and mechanical adjustment equipment.

 

Skill in the operation of automatic and standard (manual) transmission automobiles.

 

Skill in the operation of heavy equipment, forklifts, and various landfill maintenance equipment.

 

Ability to read and interpret plans, blueprints, and electrical diagrams.

 

Ability to troubleshoot faulty electrical wiring.

 

Ability to diagnose heavy equipment malfunctions of all types.

 

Ability to keep accurate records and complete work orders.

 

Ability to read and write.

 

Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

 

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ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

 

Completion of high school; at least two (2) years of experience in heavy equipment maintenance and repair; at least one (1) year of heavy equipment welding experience; OR any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

 

Must possess a valid Arkansas Class D (Non-Commercial Vehicle) Driver’s License before employment and maintain licensure for the duration of employment in this position.

 

Must possess certification as a forklift operator within six (6) months of employment and maintain certification for the duration of employment in this position.

 

Must complete all educational requirements of Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) for the 1A and 1B licenses within one (1) year of employment.

 

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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  The physical demands marked below are representative of those that will be required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

                                                                                                                                                        YES                                                                            NO

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

 

The environmental conditions marked below are common to this job:

 

                                                                                                                                                        YES                                                                            NO