Landfill Weighmaster – Refuse Disposal

Job Summary

Oversees the overall operation of the Phenix City Landfill to include the weighing of vehicles, collections of dumping fees (as applicable), turning collected fees over to the Finance Department, the required covering of trash and debris disposed of at the landfill. Trains, instructs and reviews work of other Refuse Disposal employees at the direction of the Public Works Superintendent to ensure safe, quality operation of the Landfill. Inspects vehicles to ensure appropriate items are entering landfill. Uses mower and trimmer to cut vegetation directly surrounding scale house and scales. Performs additional duties in support of the department as needed upon request.

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statement of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this position. Other duties may be required, assigned and expected aside from those set forth below to address operational needs and changing operational practices.

• Assists with the supervision of employees working at the Landfill, oversees weighing of all incoming vehicles and collects dumping fees (as applicable), required covering of debris and trash dumped, turns in fees collected to Finance Department.
• Oversees obtaining necessary tools and equipment of the job.
• Ensures tools are in good condition and proper working order, oversees the cleaning of tools and equipment and ensures that tools and equipment are stored properly.
• Attends departmental and safety meetings as required.
• Maintains uniforms and safety attire to conform to proper dress codes and safety rules at all times.
• Uses mower and trimmer to cut vegetation directly surrounding scale house and scales.
• Performs any additional tasks in support of the department as needed or upon request.
• Must be willing to obtain and maintain Weighmaster Certification.

Qualifications

Education & Experience Guidelines
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities required for this position would be:

Education/Training
High School Diploma, GED

Experience
Training in customer service, cashiering, or related office environment.

Licenses or Certifications Required
Valid Driver’s License from state of residence

The following generally describes the knowledge and abilities required in order to successfully perform the assigned duties of the position:

Knowledge of:

• Organization and operational procedures of the Refuse Disposal Division. Collection of dumping fees and printing receipts, and turn in fees collected to Finance Department daily.
• Accurate record keeping and procedures.
• Computers and related office equipment used at the Landfill.
• Proper operation and maintenance of assigned equipment, scales, and tools.
• Policies, rules and regulations of the City of Phenix City.

Ability to:

• Read in order to comprehend procedures, regulations and related documents of moderate complexity.
• Write in order to prepare forms, records, reports, schedules or similar documents.
• Add, subtract, multiply and divide in performing calculations.
• Count money accurately.
• Verbally communicate in order to speak to individuals, talk on the telephone and communicate via two-way radio.
• Use keyboard text and numerical data to generate reports and receipts.
• Effectively interact with citizens and promote a positive image for the City.
• Read scales.
• Operate mower and trimmer.
• Plan and organize and work efficiently to meet deadlines.
• Work as a member of a team.
• Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.

Physical Demands & Working Environment

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the city encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations needed to perform the essential duties of this position.

Environment: Mostly outdoor work environment.

Physical Demands: See accompanying page for details

Key Working Relationship: Public Works staff, and other City employees.

Applications for this position will be accepted until a pool of 20 applications is received or the position is filled, whichever comes first. Current city employees wishing to apply should send Internal Job Application provided by the Human Resources Department to the HR Director by the deadline stated. (A courtesy copy will be sent to the employee’s department head.)

Applications can be found online (download an application) or picked up at the City of Phenix City Human Resources Department:1200 8th Avenue
Phenix City, AL 36867
Ph: 334 448-2706

Applications are available for pick up and drop Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. ET. You may also email your completed application with the required supporting documents.