Position Summary

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs difficult skilled work to support the operations of the landfill, transfer station and recycle building, operates a variety of equipment.
• Does related work as required.
• This position works mostly at the Waste Management Facility and is required to be outside in all weather conditions and includes working during  snow removal activities.
• Facility personnel work most holidays and on weekends under a rotating schedule.
• Work is performed under regular supervision.
• Supervision is exercised over solid waste operations in the absence of the Solid Waste Facilities Manager. 

Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school.
• Considerable experience in solid waste heavy equipment operations.
• Ability to operate a variety of equipment, safe operating practices, and occupational hazards.
• Must be highly organized with ability to multi-task supporting equipment and ground operations
• Must be able to handle a high volume of work and varying assignments with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Introductory computer knowledge and clerical skills.
• Ability to read, write, and understand and specific oral instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the public.
• Ability to work in extreme environmental conditions.
• Must possess a valid Commonwealth of Virginia driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Completion of a physical examination indicating acceptable health to perform the essential duties of position.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• General knowledge of solid waste disposal regulations or knowledge in a related field.

Certifications/Licenses:

• Must possess a valid Commonwealth of Virginia driver’s license.
• Proof of insurance required to drive on County business, and acceptable driving record. 
• Class I Operator’s license, or ability to obtain within two years of accepting position.

Physical Requirements:

• The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. 
• This is heavy work requiring exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

• Work requires climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping and repetitive motions.

Special/Additional Requirements:

• Subject to a complete criminal history background search and drug screening with acceptable results. .  

Disclaimer:

Bedford County maintains a safe, drug-free workplace for its employees. Drug screening, driving record check, a criminal background check, and previous employer references are required for all positions as conditions of pre-employment.

Bedford County, VA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.