Refuse & Recycling Material Handler

Refuse & Recycling Material Handler Open Until Filled Job Code: 53-7081 Salary: $15.78 - $24.22Status: 32 hours a week, Non-exempt Location: Transfer StationDepartment: Environment Division Reports To: Operation SupervisorSUMMARY: The position works for the SRMT Environment Division under the direct supervision of the Operation Supervisor. This position is responsible for the collection of refuse and recyclable materials from containers and customers into Solid Waste Vehicles and collection sites. Weekend and holiday work are required.Essential Duties & Responsibilities include the following:· Operate automated or semi-automated hosing devices that raise refuse bins and dump contents in to openings in truck beds· Operate vehicles, material-moving equipment, packing or other material processing equipment· Stay informed and educated with laws, regulations and standards related to job duties.· Inspect trucks and equipment prior to operation to ensure safe operation condition.· Clean and maintain vehicles, equipment and work areas· Drive trucks following established routes, through residential streets.· Operate all equipment that compresses collected refuse· Dump refuse or recyclable materials at disposal sites.· Participate in a minimum of two training sessions annually· Inspect and sort recyclables at the Tribe’s transfer station. Place the sorted recyclables into storage areas and transport to appropriate facilities.· Communicate in a polite manner with customers, fellow co-workers, and contractors that the Tribe works with, and provide information as needed.· Monitor the loading and unloading of the Tribe’s Tipping areas, which are used to store solid waste prior to transporting to a disposal facility.· Direct traffic flow at the transfer station ensuring the safety of the customers and workers.· Visually screen incoming materials for unusual or prohibited wastes.· Clean and inspect equipment on daily basis and inform the Supervisor of any required maintenance that may be required.· Track daily events and keep logs pertaining to significant events including, but not limited to: maintenance; damage & accidents; waste screening; and discovered unacceptable wastes.· Become familiar with the Tribe’s Transfer Station Operations Manual and follow policies and procedures outlined in the manual.· Assist Solid Waste Program staff with other duties as necessary.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: There are no supervisory requirements for this position.QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: The candidate for this position will have a High school diploma or GED, or one year related experience and/or training. Minimum 6-month experience and/or certificate in operating machinery (e.g.- backhoe, forklift, skid-steer) preferred. Training and/or experience in basic computer operations (Word processing, typing skills, using keyboard, navigating operating system) is preferred. Knowledge of working with hazardous materials (Minimum 8-hour Hazardous Materials Awareness Level preferred) hazardous materials is preferred. CPR/First Aid certification is a plus.OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES: Strong oral communication skills required. Must be able to lift 50 pounds, and work in a team environment.Must be at least 18 years of age, have and maintain a valid Class A driver’s license with a clean driver abstract in accordance with the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe’s Fleet Policy.The successful candidate must pass a test for illegal substances prior to employment being confirmed.Applicants must submit letter of interest, resume, and supporting documents (certificates, degrees, licenses). Applicants that are eligible for native preference must include Tribal Identification Card, Status Card or letter to be eligible for Native Preference. All submissions can be emailed to [email protected] or by mail to Human Resources, Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe, 71 Margaret Terrance Memorial Way, Akwesasne, NY 13655. Due to our network security, we are unable to open hyperlinks. Applicants will need to attach their documents as a PDF or WORD files if emailing. Applicants must clearly outline that they meet the qualification requirements on their resume.NATIVE PREFERENCE POLICYThe Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe strives to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to the policy of nondiscrimination based on race, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, physical disability, veteran status or any other non-job-related factor. Among qualified applicants, the SRMT will give preference to the qualified native applicant.DRUG TESTING POLICYAll positions require the successful candidate to pass a drug test for illegal substances prior to employment being confirmed.BACKGROUND CHECKSome positions require candidate(s) to successfully pass a criminal background check prior to beginning employment, used solely for employment related purposes. Depending on the position there maybe multiple background checks.ELIGIBILITY LISTA list of qualified candidates is created from interviews that may be used for Emergency Hire individuals to similar positions within the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe for a period of six months.INTERVIEWTesting in the applicable skills may be required as part of the interview process.EMPLOYEE COVID VACCINATION POLICYEffective July 3, 2023, the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe no longer requires the COVID-19 Vaccination for any positions within the organization, to include Health Services.