Recycle Center Operator

The City of Owasso is hiring a Recycle Center Operator responsible for the operation, maintenance, and cleanliness of the recycling center. This role requires a CDL B license and involves overseeing part-time staff, processing materials, and providing customer service. The position is full-time with a schedule from Tuesday to Saturday, offering a salary between $17.12 and $21.40 per hour, along with benefits such as health insurance and retirement plans.
Job Info
• Job Location : Owasso, OK
• Transmission Type : Automatic

Job Requirements
• CDL Class: CDL B
• Experience: 0+ (includes CDL students)

Additional Information

Job Summary

The Recycle Center Operator is responsible for the general maintenance opening/closing and general operation and cleanliness of recycle center. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Refuse Supervisor and does not have direct supervisory responsibility but oversees work performed by part-time staff and community service workers.

This position is designated as safety sensitive and is subject to random drug and alcohol screening.

Salary; Benefits; and Work Schedule

Schedule:

Tuesday - Friday 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.; and Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.; flexibility required occasionally to assist Refuse as needed

Salary:

$17.12 - $21.40 per hour, depending upon qualifications and experience

Benefits:

Regular full-time employees are eligible for excellent and affordable Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits including Pension, and additional Retirement Plan options

Vacation, Sick leave and floating holidays are included.

Go to OwassoBenefits.com for a detailed summary of benefits.

Essential Functions

Essential Functions:

Inspects and processes incoming materials; and ensures recyclable and waste materials are placed in appropriate containers

Monitors flow of recycled and waste materials

Hauls roll off containers and trailer

Informs customers of fee and payment schedules and receives payments for processed materials; responds to customer questions and resolves problems

Operates cash register regularly; and balances cash drawer and daily revenue to daily transactions for services

Coordinates and schedules pickup frequencies with outside agencies; and requisitions supplies and materials as needed

Performs repairs; general housekeeping and grounds keeping activities as needed to maintain facility in a clean and orderly manner

Performs preventive maintenance; cleaning; and repair of tools and equipment utilized by the center

Maintains written logs and records related to equipment performance

Schedules and arranges community service workers

Operate roll off truck and backhoe

Lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis; and occasionally more than 50 pounds

Provides professional; punctual and courteous service at all times to citizens of the City of Owasso

Maintains communication with higher authorities as to work progress; operations problems; need for equipment; supplies and/or materials; delay in completion schedule and related items; providing accurate and timely information

Provides professional; punctual and courteous service at all times to citizens of the City of Owasso

Demonstrates ability to work as a team with others; and show support and respect for the organization; its policies and people; to supervisors; co-workers; customers; venders; and the public

Exercises good judgment and initiative in seeing work to be done and doing it

Performs other duties as assigned in a positive manner which supports the vision and strategic objectives of the division/department and the entire organization of the City of Owasso

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

Must be at least 18 years of age

Must be a High School Graduate or GED equivalent

Previous recycling experience (paid or volunteer) highly desired

Preference given to individuals with experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified in the job description

Basic Microsoft computer skills

Valid driver license with good driving record; with CDL Class "B" CDL (or must be able to obtain within 6 months of employment)

Must pass a background check

Working Environment and Physical Requirements:

Some work will include working in office on computer; most of the work will be performed outdoors in all types of weather conditions including extreme temperatures; hot and cold; wet and/or humid conditions. The work environment may also include exposure to drafts; noise; dust; grease; and traffic and may require use of personal protective equipment.

Tasks may require ability to lift/push/pull/ and/or move up to 50 pounds with mechanical or manual assistance; and typically involve some combination of walking; sitting; or standing for extended periods of time; walking; balancing; climbing; bending; crawling; crouching; feeling; handling; hearing; kneeling; reaching; repetitive motion; and mental and visual acuity.

Application Deadline

Position Open Until Filled

Background Check and Pre-Employment Drug Screen Required

Applicants apply at City's employment website at OwassoHires.com

Exempt : No

Type : FT Employee

Department : 485 - Recycle Center

Location : DEFAULT