Assistant Landfill Manager

Salary: $65,453.00 - $75,789.00 Annually

Location : Augusta, GA

Job Type: Full Time Permanent

Job Number: 201203658

Department: ENGINEERING

Opening Date: 11/27/2024

Closing Date: 12/12/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

DESCRIPTION

This position is a Shift Manager, responsible for managing the Solid Waste Facility daily shift operations and directing programs that includes daily intake waste placement, compliance site work, site operations safety, and site access management within the guidelines of the Facility Design & Operation approved plan per Augusta, Georgia Policy & Procedures, State and Federal applicable rules & regulations, departmental policies, regulatory Entities, design consultants, developers, surveyors, citizens, and other city departments.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work activities for solid waste facility operations per Facility approved Design & Operation (D&O) plan. Prioritizes work activities to meet objectives; ensures operations staff have needed resources for completing the assigned work; monitors status of work in progress, and inspects completed work; consults with assigned staff to assist with complex and problem situations, and provide technical expertise; provides progress and activity reports to Landfill Manager and others.

Participates in the development of long- and short-range plans and operating programs to meet future disposal requirements: monitors tonnage, gas flow, leachate generation, and other operational statistics; evaluates health of the landfill; and make changes to operations as needed.

Interprets and implements state and federal environmental directives and regulations: ensures landfill operations and conditions are in compliance with regulatory permits and requirements; conducts periodic field inspections to ensure solid waste operations are in compliance with the Facility Regulatory Permits.

Coordinate operations equipment maintenance and supplies. Coordinate and implements preventative maintenance program for equipment assigned to the landfill; manages procurement of equipment, supplies, and materials within established thresholds; coordinate purchase requisitions; makes recommendations for replacement of equipment outside established thresholds.

Participates in developing, implementing, and updating facility operations policies and procedures; develops work methods and practices, policies, standard operating procedures, and training programs; monitors implementation of rules and regulations; and updates policies and procedures as required.

Serve as technical resource to and train Facility operations staff. Responds to emergency situations after hours and on weekends.

Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Associate degree in engineering or related field or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Experience: Five years of experience in the operation of a solid waste landfill facility, to include three (3) years lead experience.

OTHER

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Provides leadership and oversight of the planning, development, and implementation of operations within the Landfill Division.
• Plans, manages, and oversees the day-to-day operations and maintenance of the ARC Solid Waste Facility.
• Monitors and reviews trends in landfill operations and procedures; Recommends operational and policy improvements.
• Considerable knowledge of methods, practices and equipment used in landfill operations and solid waste management.
• Considerable knowledge of methods and practices of general and heavy construction projects to include knowledge of soil science.
• Considerable knowledge of principles and practices of organization, personnel management, planning, and administration and budgeting.
• Proficiency in the knowledge of regulatory requirements such as environmental compliance regulations, National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) regulations, safety regulations (OSHA) state permit and accreditation requirements, and DOT regulations.
• Proficiency in the knowledge and use of landfill GPS technology such as Trimble, Carson, and TopCon
• Familiarity with state and local laws, ordinances, and County policies and procedures as applicable to solid waste management requirements.
• Knowledge of occupational safety and health practices.
• Problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently.
• Working time may require irregular hours and shift times, including holidays.

Augusta-Richmond County's comprehensive benefit package includes:

Vacation

Holiday

Sick

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Pension

For a more detailed overview of our benefit package, please visit our website below:

01

The answers you provide to the supplemental questions will be used to conclude if you meet the minimum qualifications and requirements for this position. Responses relating to your specific work experience and education MUST clearly reflect the requirements shown in the areas for work history and education on your application. Your application must be completed in full before it is submitted. Additional information may not be accepted after your application has been submitted. Do you accept these terms?

• Yes
• No

02

Are you a current employee of Augusta Richmond County?

• Yes
• No

03

To be eligible to apply for a posted position, a current employee must have performed competently for at least six (6) months in his/her current position. If you are a current employee of Augusta Richmond County, have you been in your current position at least six months?

• Yes
• No
• This question does not apply to me.

04

If you are a current Augusta Richmond County employee, have you received a written reprimand, disciplinary probation, or suspension in the last twelve (12) months? (Informal warnings excluded)

• Yes
• No
• This question does not apply to me.

05

Which of the following best describe your education in natural resources, engineering, or environmental field of study.

• Working on my GED
• High School Diploma or GED
• Associate Degree
• Bachelor's Degree or Higher

06

Do you have the ability to obtain Certified Landfill Operator certification (CLO) within (90) days of employment?

• Yes
• No

07

Which of the following best describes your experience in solid waste/landfill operations to include three (3) years lead experience/or solid waste management or sufficient experience to perform principal duties and responsibilities of the position successfully?

• 0 to 2 years of experience
• 3 to 4 years of experience
• 5+ years of experience

08

Which of the following best describe your years of experience in leading or managing the operation of MSW solid waste facility or similar operations?

• 0-2 Year of Experience
• 3-5 Years of Experience
• 6-8 Years of Experience
• 8+ Years of Experience

09

Do you have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record? (If State license is other than Georgia or South Carolina, applicant must obtain a license in Georgia or South Carolina within 30 days of employment.)

• Yes
• No

10

Three references are required as part of the screening process. Please list below the names of the three professional references you provided.

Required Question