Solid Waste Superintendent

Gas/Solid Waste

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$25.00/hr – $28.00/hr

Job Type:

Full Time

Location:

Las Vegas, NM 87701, USA

Job Description

SUMMARY:

Under the general direction of the Solid Waste Manager and, when assigned, the Gas/Solid Waste Director, the Solid Waste Superintendent plans, coordinates, and oversees the daily operations of the City of Las Vegas Solid Waste Division.
The Superintendent is responsible for overseeing solid waste collection, disposal, transfer station activities, equipment, personnel, and related field operations to ensure services are performed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with City policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.
The Solid Waste Superintendent provides day-to-day operational leadership to the Solid Waste Field Supervisor and division employees, assists with resolving operational and service-related issues, and communicates significant personnel, equipment, safety, and operational matters to the Solid Waste Manager.
The Superintendent is expected to promote teamwork, accountability, safety, and efficient delivery of solid waste services.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Operations and Field Supervision
Oversees and coordinates daily solid waste collection, disposal, transfer station, and field operations.
Provides direction and guidance to the Solid Waste Field Supervisor and division employees as assigned.
Monitors daily work assignments, collection routes, schedules, staffing, productivity, and service levels.
Assumes direct supervisory responsibilities when the Field Supervisor is unavailable or when operational needs require.
Assists in developing and adjusting collection routes, schedules, staffing assignments, and operating procedures to meet service needs.
Monitors the condition and availability of collection vehicles, heavy equipment, tools, and other division equipment.
Identifies operational problems and works with the Solid Waste Manager to develop appropriate solutions.
Responds to service interruptions, equipment breakdowns, missed collections, route problems, and other operational issues.
Coordinates special collections, cleanup activities, large-item collection, and other Solid Waste Division services as assigned.
Ensures assigned work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with established City policies and procedures.
Administrative and Purchasing Responsibilities
Prepares and submits purchase order (PO) requisitions for supplies, equipment, parts, repairs, and other Division needs in accordance with City purchasing procedures.
Coordinates the ordering of supplies, materials, parts, and equipment necessary for daily Solid Waste Division operations.
Obtains quotes and supporting documentation as required by City purchasing procedures.
Monitors inventory and assists in identifying operational supply and equipment needs.
Maintains appropriate purchasing, equipment, and operational records and documentation.
Coordinates with the Solid Waste Manager and appropriate City departments regarding purchases, repairs, and other operational needs.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides day-to-day operational supervision and leadership to the Solid Waste Field Supervisor and assigned Solid Waste Division employees.
Assigns and coordinates work, provides direction, monitors employee performance and productivity, addresses operational issues, and assists with employee training and development.
Provides input and documentation regarding employee performance, attendance, conduct, and other personnel matters to the Solid Waste Manager.
Formal disciplinary actions and significant personnel decisions shall be handled in accordance with City policy and under the direction of the Solid Waste Manager and/or Solid Waste Director.

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
A minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in solid waste collection, sanitation operations, heavy equipment operations, fleet operations, or a closely related field, including experience in a lead or supervisory capacity
Experience coordinating employees, work assignments, equipment, routes, and a daily field operation is preferred.
An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the essential duties of the position may be considered.

Licenses and Certifications

Valid New Mexico driver's license required.
Commercial Driver's License (CDL) appropriate for the vehicles and equipment operated by the Solid Waste Division must be obtained within six (6) to twelve (12) months of appointment and maintained throughout employment in the position.
Must maintain all licenses, certifications, and training required for assigned duties and equipment

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico driver's license.
Must maintain an acceptable driving record in accordance with City requirements.
Must successfully complete all required pre-employment and post-employment screenings in accordance with City policy and applicable law.
Must maintain all licenses, certifications, and training required for assigned duties.
Must comply with all City safety policies, procedures, and required training.
Must be available to work overtime, weekends, holidays, early mornings, evenings, and emergency call-outs as operational needs require.
Must be able to respond to emergency or operational situations as required to maintain essential Solid Waste Division services.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Solid waste collection, disposal, transfer station, and related field operations.
Safe operation and general maintenance of solid waste collection vehicles, heavy equipment, tools, and related machinery.
Occupational hazards and safety practices associated with solid waste operations.
Supervisory and leadership principles, including employee direction, training, and work coordination.
Applicable City policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
Applicable federal, state, and local requirements related to solid waste operations.
Basic recordkeeping, reporting, inventory, and operational procedures.
Customer service practices and effective communication with employees and the public.

SKILLS AND ABILITY TO:

Plan, organize, coordinate, and oversee daily solid waste operations.
Lead, direct, and motivate employees in a field-based work environment.
Coordinate employees, crews, routes, schedules, equipment, and daily work assignments.
Identify operational problems and develop appropriate solutions.
Make sound decisions in routine, emergency, and time-sensitive situations.
Communicate effectively and professionally, both verbally and in writing.
Prepare and maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation.
Read and interpret policies, procedures, manuals, regulations, maps, schedules, and equipment information.
Safely operate or become familiar with solid waste vehicles, heavy equipment, and related machinery as required.
Respond effectively to customer complaints, service issues, and operational concerns.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, management, other City departments, contractors, and the public.
Exercise sound judgment and recognize when matters require referral to the Solid Waste Manager or Solid Waste Director.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Work is performed in both office and field environments and requires regular exposure to conditions associated with solid waste collection, disposal, transfer station, and equipment operations.
The employee may be exposed to extreme heat and cold, rain, wind, dust, noise, odors, traffic, refuse, uneven terrain, moving vehicles, heavy equipment, and other potentially hazardous conditions.
Duties may require prolonged periods of standing, walking, sitting, driving, bending, stooping, reaching, climbing, pushing, pulling, lifting, and carrying materials or equipment. The employee must be able to safely enter and exit vehicles and heavy equipment and perform field inspections and operational duties as required.
The position requires the ability to safely perform the physical duties associated with the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Work schedules may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime, and emergency call-outs as necessary to maintain essential Solid Waste Division operations.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Mobility and Work Position
Sitting – Frequent
Walking – Occasional to Frequent
Standing – Occasional to Frequent
Climbing – Occasional
Bending / Twisting – Occasional
Kneeling / Crouching – Occasional

FLEXIBILITY

Bending or twisting at the neck is an occasional but essential requirement.
Bending or twisting of the trunk is an occasional requirement.
Squatting, stooping, and kneeling are occasional requirements.
Reaching forward is an occasional requirement.
Repetitive hand, arm, or finger motion is an occasional but essential requirement.

ACTIVITIES

Operating computers and office equipment.
Reviewing reports, records, schedules, routes, policies, and other operational documents.
Driving City vehicles.
Conducting field inspections and monitoring solid waste collection and transfer station operations.
Inspecting and monitoring packer trucks, roll-off trucks, collection vehicles, heavy equipment, and other Solid Waste Division equipment.
Riding collection routes and observing field operations as necessary.
Responding to service issues, vehicle and equipment breakdowns, route problems, and emergency or operational situations.
Coordinating and overseeing daily work activities of Solid Waste Division employees.
Attending meetings and training and communicating with employees, contractors, other City departments, regulatory agencies, and the public.

USE OF ARMS AND HANDS

Manual dexterity is an occasional requirement.
Finger dexterity is an occasional requirement.
Grasping, gripping, and handling objects or equipment is an occasional requirement.

LIFTING REQUIREMENTS

Lifting items weighing 10–25 pounds and 26–50 pounds is an occasional requirement (up to 33% of the time).
Lifting is generally performed from floor to waist level.
Examples of items weighing 26–50 pounds include:
Tools and equipment.
Vehicle and equipment parts.
Solid waste containers and related materials.
Supplies and materials used in daily Solid Waste Division operations.

PUSHING/PULLING:

Pushing and pulling items weighing 25–50 pounds is an occasional requirement.
Work may involve pushing or pulling equipment, materials, containers, or other items associated with Solid Waste Division operations.
Pushing or pulling may be performed across rough or uneven outdoor surfaces, including asphalt, concrete, dirt, gravel, and paved roadways.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Working indoors is a frequent requirement.
Working outdoors is an occasional but essential requirement.
Exposure to extreme heat, cold, rain, wind, and other weather conditions may occur occasionally.
Walking or working on wet, slippery, rough, or uneven surfaces may occur occasionally.
Working around moving vehicles, packer trucks, roll-off trucks, heavy equipment, and machinery may occur occasionally.
Working in loud noise environments may occur occasionally.
Exposure to dust, dirt, refuse, odors, fumes, vehicle exhaust, environmental allergens, and other conditions associated with solid waste operations may occur occasionally.
Exposure to potentially hazardous or improperly disposed materials may occur occasionally.
Meeting deadlines and responding to time-sensitive operational situations is a frequent requirement.
Interaction with the public, employees, contractors, vendors, regulatory agencies, and other governmental representatives is a frequent requirement.
Irregular or extended work hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime, and emergency call-outs, may be required.
Working independently is a frequent requirement.
Direct responsibility for the safety, well-being, and work performance of others is a continuous
Managing multiple operational demands simultaneously is a continuous requirement.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:
Vision
Ability to see objects and persons at a distance is a frequent requirement.
Ability to perform close visual work is a continuous requirement.
Ability to distinguish colors is a frequent requirement.
Good depth perception is a frequent requirement.
Hearing
Ability to hear conversations in quiet environments is a continuous requirement.
Ability to hear conversations in noisy environments is a frequent requirement.
Ability to identify sound direction and distinguish alarms, horns, buzzers, and warning signals is an occasional requirement.
Speech and Communication
Communicating effectively through speech is a continuous requirement.
Reading and comprehending written materials, including policies, procedures, reports, purchase documents, and operational records, is a frequent requirement.
Preparing written correspondence, reports, purchase requisitions, records, and other documentation is a frequent requirement.