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JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Landfill Supervisor
MAINTENANCE
REVIEW DATE: April 1998
ORG/POS #: 2120/2909
JOB
OBJECTIVE: To supervise work operations at the Landfill
and to ensure landfill operations are in accordance with regulations.
ACCOUNTABILITY: Receives general direction from the Solid Waste Services
Manager
ESSENTIAL
JOB FUNCTIONS:
1. Assigns,
directs and reviews activities of Landfill work crews; provides safety and job
training to Landfill work crews.
2. Ensures
Landfill operations are in compliance with the State and Federally approved
Operating Plan and Permit.
3. Provides
technical information to Landfill Operations personnel on proper disposal of
refuse and maintenance of Landfill, facilities, and equipment.
4. Inspects
Landfill facilities to ensure refuse is disposed properly, and buildings and
grounds are properly maintained.
5. Assigns
and supervises the construction of driveways required for vehicles to reach
dumping sites.
6. Ensures
samples of water are taken from the Landfill pit and pH readings are taken as
required; ensures transport of samples to laboratory for more extensive tests
as required; reads and interprets laboratory reports.
7. Monitors
equipment maintenance schedules and procedures to ensure that equipment is
properly maintained.
8. Maintains
records and prepares reports of equipment, material, and personnel usage;
operates computer to input data and print reports.
SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Monitors
assigned budget and ensures operations are within appropriated funding;
notifies supervisor of problem areas; assists in the preparation of the annual
budget.
2. Requisitions
or purchases needed materials or supplies; recommends purchase or replacement
of equipment.
JOB TITLE: Landfill Supervisor
JOB
DESCRIPTION - CONTINUED
3. Receives
and investigates citizens' complaints regarding Landfill operations; provides
information and answers questions regarding Landfill fees, hours, and operation
regulations.
4. Performs
other related duties as required.
SUPERVISORY
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides general
supervision to Landfill Operator - Leaders.
JOB SPECIFICATION
LANDFILL SUPERVISOR
GENERAL
STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Performs work of average
difficulty in assigning, directing, and reviewing landfill operations, and
maintaining Landfill facilities and equipment.
MAINTENANCE
REVIEW DATE: April 1998
EXAMPLES
OF WORK: (Illustrative)
Assigns,
directs and reviews activities of Landfill work crews; provides safety and job
training to Landfill work crews.
Ensures
Landfill operations are in compliance with the State and Federally approved
Operating Plan and Permit.
Provides
technical information to landfill operations personnel on proper disposal of
refuse and maintenance of Landfill, facilities, and equipment.
Inspects
Landfill facilities to ensure refuse is disposed properly, and buildings and
grounds are properly maintained.
Assigns and
supervises the construction of driveways required for vehicles to reach dumping
sites.
Ensures
samples of water are taken from the Landfill pit and pH readings are taken as
required; ensures transport of samples to laboratory for more extensive tests
as required; reads and interprets laboratory reports.
Monitors
equipment maintenance schedules and procedures to ensure that equipment is
properly maintained.
Maintains
records and prepares reports of equipment, material, and personnel usage;
operates computer to input data and print reports.
Requisitions
or purchases needed materials or supplies; recommends purchase or replacement
of equipment.
Monitors
assigned budget and ensures operations are within appropriated funding;
notifies supervisor of problem areas; assists in the preparation of the annual
budget.
Receives and
investigates citizens' complaints regarding Landfill operations; provides
information and answers questions regarding Landfill fees, hours, and operation
regulations.
REQUIRED
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Considerable
knowledge
of State and Federal regulations governing Class I and Class IV landfills.
Considerable
knowledge
of maintenance requirements and capabilities of heavy earth moving equipment.
JOB TITLE: Landfill Supervisor
JOB
SPECIFICATION - CONTINUED
Considerable
knowledge
of road construction and excavation using heavy equipment.
Good
knowledge
of landfill waste materials and by-products.
Good
knowledge
of Civil Engineering principles.
Some
knowledge
of the budgeting process.
Familiarity
with of
recycling programs, procedures, and techniques as applied to landfills.
Skill in the operation of
personal computer.
Ability to maintain accurate
detailed records.
Ability to direct the activities of
Landfill employees.
Ability to select and instruct new
employees.
Ability to perform mathematical
calculations rapidly and accurately.
Ability to prepare narrative and
technical reports.
Ability to read and interpret
landfill laboratory reports.
Ability to read and interpret
relevant laws, regulations, ordinances, and policies.
Ability to communicate effectively,
both orally and in writing.
ACCEPTABLE
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:
Completion of
two (2) years of college course work in Civil Engineering or a related field; at
least two (2) years of experience in the administration or supervision of
Landfill Operations, involving heavy equipment; at least two (2) years of
supervisory 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
all educational requirements of Arkansas Department of Pollution Control and
Ecology (ADPC&E) for the 1A, 1B, and 1C Licenses within one (1) year of
employment.
JOB TITLE: Landfill Supervisor
JOB
SPECIFICATION - CONTINUED
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.
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Physical Requirements |
Yes |
No |
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Lifting (lbs.) |
100 |
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Carrying (lbs.) |
100 |
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Stooping, Bending |
ü |
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Kneeling, Squatting |
ü |
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Walking |
ü |
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Standing |
ü |
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Sitting |
ü |
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Climbing, Balancing (e.g.,
climbing and working from ladder) |
ü |
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Use of Hands to Finger,
Handle, or Feel |
ü |
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Physical Coordination
(sequential or simultaneous use of hands, arms, feet, and legs) |
ü |
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Eye-Hand Coordination |
ü |
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Close Vision (clear vision
at 20" or less) |
ü |
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Distance Vision (clear
vision at 20' or more) |
ü |
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Color Vision (ability to
identify and distinguish colors) |
ü |
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Depth Perception (ability
to judge distance spatial relationships) |
ü |
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Hearing |
ü |
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The environmental conditions
marked below are common to this job:
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Work Environment |
Yes |
No |
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Outdoor Weather Conditions |
ü |
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Wet, Humid Conditions
(non-weather) |
|
ü |
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Work Near Moving
Mechanical Parts |
ü |
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Work in High, Precarious
Places |
ü |
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Fumes or Dust |
ü |
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Toxic or Caustic Chemicals |
ü |
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Extreme Heat (non-weather
over 90º F.) |
|
ü |
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Low Noise (e.g., business
office) |
ü |
|
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Moderate Noise (e.g.,
light motorized equipment such as lawn mowers) |
ü |
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Loud Noise (e.g.,
jackhammer, heavy motorized equipment) |
ü |
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