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Solid Waste Recovery Worker (Part Time)

Recruitment #0820-RC0710-TM

Introduction

This examination is being given to fill ONLY part-time positions within the Solid Waste Division of the San Joaquin County Public Works Department and to establish a referral list which may be used to fill future part-time opportunities.

Solid Waste Division: The Solid Waste Division is responsible for the planning and operation of the County material recovery facilities, transfer operations and landfills.  Solid Waste is a 7 day a week operation, with varying hours from 6:00am to 4:30pm.  This position will work in open and closed landfill locations and materials facilities.

Physical Exam: Potential new hires into this classification are required to successfully pass a pre-employment arduous physical as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities.

Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam: Potential new hires into this classification are required to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen.

A completed application packet, which includes an application and the supplemental questionnaire, must be submitted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application packet must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. 

NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail.

 

TYPICAL DUTIES

  • Inspects and sorts incoming waste for prohibited materials; evaluates refuse to determine acceptability.
  • Monitors and directs traffic for safe dumping of refuse; maintains required logs and records, including a daily log of vehicles using the facility; documents and reports suspicious or unusual incidents; ensures compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Learns to safely operate a variety of equipment such as loaders, forklifts, backhoes, and other light/heavy equipment; learns to perform routine maintenance and cleaning of assigned equipment; reports mechanical defects or needed servicing of equipment. 
  • Levels loaded transfer trailers; covers loads. 
  • Separates recyclable material from incoming refuse. 
  • Keeps grounds and adjacent land free from refuse and debris; cleans debris from equipment. 
  • Responds to questions and inquiries from the public. 
  • May drive light truck. 
  • Performs manual labor as assigned. 
  • May provide direction to Alternative Work Program and inmate program crews in proper work procedures.
  • MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    License:  Possession of a valid California driver’s license.

    KNOWLEDGE

    Laws, regulations, ordinances, and procedures related to solid waste disposal; operation and maintenance of light and heavy equipment commonly used at refuse transfer facilities and landfills; safe work practices and procedures; proper methods of lifting and carrying of heavy loads; occupational hazards and safety procedures.

    ABILITY

    Recognize and separate recyclable materials; recognize prohibited materials; direct traffic; operate light and heavy equipment commonly used at refuse transfer facilities and landfills; understand and follow oral and written instructions; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; perform heavy manual labor, occasionally under adverse conditions.

    PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

    Mobility-Frequent standing, walking, pushing, pulling, bending, for extended periods of time; occasional driving, climbing; Lifting-Frequently 5 to 30 lbs or less; occasional 30 to 70 lbs; occasionally restraining, lifting and/or turning heavy objects; Visual-Good overall vision, color perception, depth perception; occasional reading and close-up work; normal hand and eye coordination; good field of vision/peripheral; Dexterity-Frequent holding, reaching; grasping; repetitive motion; occasional writing; Hearing/Talking-Frequent hearing of normal speech, hearing/talking on the radio, talking in person, constant exposure to heavy equipment and machinery noise; ability to hear faint sounds; Emotional/Psychological-Frequent public contact, concentration, and decision making; occasional working alone; occasional exposure to hazardous materials; occasional dealing with emergency situations; Special Requirements-May require working overtime, weekends and nights;  Environmental-Frequent exposure to cold/heat, dirt, dust, fumes, and varied weather conditions; work in or around traffic and/or equipment.

    BENEFITS

    Part-Time Employee Benefits: Part-time employees who meet the appropriate eligibility criteria may receive health insurance benefits and step increases.

    Selection Procedures

    Applicants for part-time and temporary recruitments who meet the minimum qualifications are either referred to the hiring department for further selection or they may be required to take a written examination.  If a written examination is given, the top candidates may be referred to the hiring department for further selection.

    Testing Accommodation:  Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. 

    Physical Exam:  Some classifications require physical examinations.  Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination.  The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities.

    Pre-employment Drug Screening Exam:  Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment.  Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen.  The County pays for the initial drug screen.

     

    Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grandparent, grandchild or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when:

    • They are related to the Appointing Authority, or

    • The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other

    Department Heads may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule.

    Proof of Eligibility:  If you are offered a job, you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S.

    HOW TO APPLY

    Apply Online:       

    www.sjgov.org/department/hr

    By mail or in person:  

    San Joaquin County Human Resources

    44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330

    Stockton, CA 95202                                  

     

    Office hours:               
    Monday – Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays.

    Phone:  (209) 468-3370 

     

    Job Line:

    For current employment opportunities please call our 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. 

    When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. (The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division).  

    San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees.

    Equal Opportunity Employer:  San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.  For more information go to
    www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo.




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    Human Resources Division  Stockton, CA 95202
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