Salary : $33,574.49 - $51,087.56 Annually

Location : Decatur, AL

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 2025-133

Department: Recycling Department

Opening Date: 10/27/2024

Closing Date: 11/10/2024 11:59 PM Central

Job Summary

This position is responsible for assisting in the maintenance and operations of the city recycling facility and recycling grounds. Work involves performing general maintenance to the recycling grounds, separating/sorting recycle, and operating a variety of facility equipment.

Working Conditions/Requirements:

This position works four (4) ten (10) hour shifts from Tuesday through Friday 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
This position works with Department of Correction inmates who are eligible for the work release program.
The work is performed indoors in high/hot temperatures and strong odors.
Requires physical effort to perform manual work involving walking, standing, bending, climbing, reaching or sitting.
Requires a valid State of Alabama driver's license and reliable transportation to/from work.

Major Duties

Maintains recycling grounds.
Completes required daily equipment inspections.
Operates mowers, weed eaters, bobcat, and other grounds maintenance equipment.
Operates baler, separation equipment, skid steer, and other equipment.
Maintains and repairs tools and equipment.
Operates a variety of hand and power tools.
Reports all needed repairs and safety concerns to the supervisor.
Directs traffic within the recycling facility and in the disposal site.
Works with Department of Correction inmates who are eligible for the work release program.
Performs related duties.

Minimum Qualifications

Ability to read, write and perform basic mathematical calculations.
Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Alabama for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
Knowledge of relevant environmental rules and regulations.
Knowledge of department and city policies and procedures.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of recycling operation.
Knowledge of grounds equipment operation and maintenance principles.
Skill in the operation of hand and power tools.
Skill in the operation of recycling equipment.
Skill in oral and written communication.

Supplemental Information

Guidelines

City and department policies and procedures. These guidelines are generally clear and specific, but may require some interpretation in application.

Complexity/Scope of Work

The work consists of related ground maintenance duties. Inclement weather conditions contribute to the complexity of the position.
The purpose of this position is to assist in the maintenance of the city recycling. Successful performance contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of recycling operations.

Contacts

Contacts are typically with co-workers, contractors, and the general public.
Contacts are typically to resolve problems and provide services.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, or stooping. The employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objects, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, distinguishes between shades of color, and utilizes the sense of smell.
The work is typically performed indoors, which can occasionally be in extreme heat and high odors. The employee may be exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, contagious or infectious diseases, or irritating chemicals. The work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggle, or gloves.

Supervisory and Management Responsibility

None.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

01

Do you currently have reliable transportation to and from work?

02

Do you have a valid Alabama driver's license?

03

Are you able to work the required four (4), ten (10) hour shifts from 6:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Tuesday through Friday?

04

This position requires you to work indoors in hot/high temperatures and strong odors. Do you have previous experience working indoors in these types of conditions?

05

Do you acknowledge and understand that this position will be working with Department of Correction inmates who are on the work release program?

Yes, I acknowledge and understand
No, I do not acknowledge and understand

06

Do you have a High School diploma or GED?

Required Question

City of Decatur, AL jobs

Recycling Maintenance Associate