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JOB SUMMARY
Performs routine work of a semi-skilled nature in operating the Town transfer station/recycling facility.

Hourly Salary: $18.00

SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Activities conducted with considerable operational independence under the general supervision of the Town Administrator who evaluates work by observation and response from the public. Reports to the Town Administrator for time off requests, sick time requests and requests for any class registration. Consults with the Selectboard on a monthly basis for updates, large expenditures and policy changes.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
( The listed examples are illustrative only, and may not include all duties found in this position)

1. Knows, understands, and implements the solid waste/recycling facility operating rules and procedures, including those of the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation, Solid Waste Management and Prevention Division and Federal Environmental Protection Agency
2. Ensures access to the solid waste/recycling facility. Conducts visual inspection of loads as needed to prevent disposal of prohibited materials.
3. Assists users in the appropriate disposal of refuse; answers questions from users. Instructs new residents in the proper use of the facility.
4. Maintains the cleanliness and neatness of the facility, using brooms, rakes, shovels, and weed whackers as necessary.
5. Maintains the recycling area and insures the proper disposal of recycled materials.
6. Charges and collects fees set by Selectboard from users and submits fees to the Treasurer’s Office.
7. Submits weekly payroll sheet to Treasurer’s Office. Submits all receipts to Treasurer’s Office.
8. Uses trash compactor in course of duties in order to condense waste materials and recyclables to maximize loads.
9. Takes responsibility to handle situations such as; contacting Waste Management to pick up sooner, if container is full. Contacts other vendors as needed for pickup of tires, metal, oil and foodscraps.
10. Ensures facility is locked when closed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of methods, materials, and equipment used in municipal solid waste/recycling operations, knowledge of safety precautions common to machinery, and equipment utilized in the solid
waste/recycling industry; knowledge of State and Federal regulations and procedures pertaining to solid waste/recycling disposal; knowledge of weights. Skill in the use of trash compactors; skill in basic math computations. Ability to communicate effectively; ability to establish good community relations; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with fellow employees and the public.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or equivalent. Some experience in transfer station/recycling operations; OR any equivalent combination of education and experience which demonstrates possession of the required knowledge, skills and abilities AND possession of a Valid Vermont Driver’s License.

PHYSICAL EXERTION/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
There are physical demands to this job that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY DISCLOSURE
The Town of Chelsea is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of this municipality to provide equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, place of birth, age, marital status, pregnancy status, genetic information, physical or mental condition, HIV status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other category protected by state or federal law. No question is asked on this application or during the application process for the purpose of excluding any applicant due to the aforementioned protected categories or other category protected by state or federal law.