https://careers.swana.org Latest SWANA Career Center Jobs Fri, 04 Jun 2021 07:44:24 Z https://careers.swana.org/jobs/rss/14933294/landfill-equipment-operator-iii https://careers.swana.org/jobs/rss/14933294/landfill-equipment-operator-iii Waldorf, Maryland, Operates gasoline and diesel vehicles and equipment in a safe, efficient, and quality manner with a strong focus on customer service. Performs work in accordance with permits and applicable codes, standards, regulations, policies, and procedures.  Essential Job Functions: Operates vehicles and equipment to include, but not be limited to, heavy duty trucks including articulated dump trucks, loaders, excavators, dozers, compactors, and other equivalent vehicles and equipment at the landfill and remote sites. Inspects vehicle or equipment for any safety or other concerns prior to operation. Documents inspections or concerns as required. Conducts work in a safe, efficient, and quality manner with a strong focus on customer service. Ensures all applicable codes, standards, regulations, policies, procedures, and permit requirements are followed.  Screens loads for prohibited waste. Redirects haulers if materials in the load need to be separated before unloading. Moves and compacts waste to minimize cover requirements, settlement, vectors, and litter; reduce leachate production and odors; prevent contamination of groundwater and surface waters; and extend the life of the landfill. Maintains correct elevation levels throughout the landfill working face.  Hauls, measures, and monitors leachate levels. Repairs and maintains stormwater, sediment, or erosion control systems at the landfill. Documents and records fuel usage, equipment hours, leachate hauled, tank readings, and landfill grid locations in a clear, concise, and timely manner. Recognizes and reports safety and solid waste compliance concerns to coworkers and supervisory staff. Performs grounds maintenance as needed or requested.   Participates in emergency response plans as assigned. Responds to emergencies for road conditions, weather events, and debris management to include the removal, staging, reduction, recycling, processing, and disposal of debris caused by a major debris-generating event.  Performs other duties as assigned.  Knowledge, Abilities and   Skills (These are pre-employment KASs that apply only to Essential Job   Functions.) Knowledge of codes, standards, regulations, and practices related to solid waste management. Knowledge of the design, use, maintenance, and repair of equipment, tools, and materials used in the work. Knowledge of traffic laws, rules, and regulations and safe driving practices. Knowledge of County and landfill policies and procedures, standard operational practices, and safety regulations. Knowledge of customer service and quality standards. Knowledge of basic office procedures, computers, and iPads. Ability to read understand and follow through on verbal instructions. Ability to make precisely coordinated movements and grasp or assemble small objects. Ability to perform grounds maintenance work. Ability to successfully communicate, both orally and in writing.   Ability to actively listen to customers, coworkers, and supervisors. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Skill to identify symptoms of odors, leachate seeps, flagging of intermediate cover, erosion, settlement, vectors, and litter and proficiently make repairs.  Skill to safely operate vehicles, equipment, tools, and personal protective equipment. Skill to prepare accurate records and reports.   Education and Experience: High school diploma or an acceptable equivalency diploma (GED). Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in operating heavy duty vehicles and equipment, or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training. Licenses or Certifications: Must possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class B is required, Class A is preferred. Special Requirements/Qualifications: PLEASE NOTE:  THIS IS A CDL POSITION, AND EMPLOYEES IN THIS POSITION ARE SUBJECT TO RANDOM DRUG AND ALCOHOL SCREENING. Weekend work is required. Subject to call back in emergencies. May serve in on-call duty on a rotational basis. Work is subject to frequent interruptions.    Additional Information: PHYSICAL DEMANDS The work is regularly active with periods of heavy exertion. The position requires employees to walk or stand for long periods; lift and carry up to 100 pounds; climb stairs, ladders, and scaffolding, bend, kneel, crouch, and crawl; reach, hold, grasp, and turn objects; feel the size, shape, and temperature of items; and use fingers to operate computer or typewriter keyboards. The work requires the ability to speak normally, to use normal or aided vision and hearing, and to detect odors. WORK ENVIRONMENT Principal duties of this job are performed in a field setting with some work performed outside. Employee may be exposed to environmental conditions and landfill hazards such as dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes, vehicle and equipment traffic, landfill gas, leachate, and refuse. Employee works in a team environment and must be willing to accept additional duties. Department/Division:     Public Works Facilities/Environmental Resources Pay Grade:               108 FLSA Status:            Non-Exempt Telework Eligible:  No Reports To:              Landfill and Recycling Operations Manager Supervises:              None Revised: February 2021 Thu, 03 Jun 2021 16:49:49 -0400 https://careers.swana.org/jobs/rss/14857910/landfill-manager https://careers.swana.org/jobs/rss/14857910/landfill-manager Upper Marlboro, Maryland, This is a management level, supervisory, and administrative level position, grade G-28, whereby the incumbent serves as the Landfill Manager responsible for the daily operations of the County's landfill and disposal system. Work responsibilities include appropriate management of landfill operations and ensuring that proper fill sequences are followed in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures. The incumbent is responsible for planning, organizing, and supervising the work of skilled, semi-skilled, and unskilled employees engaged in landfill site activities (e.g., security, scale house, disposal, site maintenance, new construction, supply, collaborating with the Garage Section, etc.); and the oversight of the Household Hazardous Waste (HHW), Electronic Recycling, Scrap Metal, and Scrap Tire lots.  Work is performed with considerable latitude for independent judgment under the general direction of the Disposal Section Manager. Work is performed both indoor and outdoor; and may involve exposure to varying weather conditions, temperatures, loud noises, dust, fumes, working around machinery, vehicles with moving parts.  This position includes physical activities such as repeated lifting, hoisting, pulling, pushing, reaching, walking, standing, climbing, potential entrance into confined spaces, and the use of rapid mental/muscular coordination.  The incumbent must be physically able to lift and carry at least fifty (50) pounds and must wear safety equipment, such as hard hats, steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, and gloves. The incumbent may be  required to work on-call, including weekends and holidays . The incumbent in this position is considered an "Essential" employee and may be required to report for work during natural/manmade disasters, and during special operations, as assigned.  "Essential" employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave. Minimum Qualifications What You'll Need:   High School diploma or G.E.D.;  plus, Four (4) years of responsible experience managing, directing, and/or supervising construction and/or landfill operations, to include managing staff, construction projects, landfill equipment (heavy & light duty), basic surveying, waste diversion, and disposal. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.  EACH APPLICANT MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION THAT CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.   PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:   Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university. Possession of a Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) Manager of Landfill Operations (MOLO) certification. Two (2) years of experience reading/interpreting blueprints and fill plans, performing administrative tasks such as writing reports/letters/memos, creating Excel spreadsheets, and managing teamwork assignments. Previous Landfill, Public Works, Construction Management, or Civil Earthwork experience is preferred. Be able to collaborate with Federal, State, and Local Regulatory Agencies. Skills in managing human resources and equipment to ensure a safe and efficient operation. Experience in the use of Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Experience in supervising, training, motivating, counseling, and disciplining personnel, and maintaining effective working relationships. EXAMINATION :  Candidates that pass the first phase of the selection process may be required to participate in a performance test.   CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT :   Upon selection, the candidate must: Be able to work weekends, holidays,  on-call,  and emergency ice and snow operations when required. Be able to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for long periods of time. Be able to work in all types of weather. Wear required protective equipment (i.e., steel-toed shoes, etc.) Pass a physical examination. Pass an alcohol and drug test. Additional Information DURATION OF ELIGIBILITY:    Candidates will be selected from a temporary register of eligibles, which will become effective approximately four (4) weeks after the closing date. Once a selection has been made, the registration will expire.   ELIGIBILITY TO WORK:    Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, an employer is required to hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to show and verify authorization to work in the United States.   This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S., only after an offer has been accepted and the Form I-9 is completed. For information on E-Verify, or if you believe the County has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or visit their website at dhs.gov/e-verify.   CLOSING DATE:   ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED.   Applications must be submitted by  5:00 p.m.  Eastern Standard Time (EST) on  June 18 , 2021. Thu, 20 May 2021 13:42:11 -0400 https://careers.swana.org/jobs/rss/14804586/senior-analyst-circular-economy-and-solid-waste https://careers.swana.org/jobs/rss/14804586/senior-analyst-circular-economy-and-solid-waste Rockville, Maryland, Key Roles & Responsibilities Provides expertise on solid waste-related issues, including recycling, circular economy, sustainable materials management, organic waste diversion, lifecycle assessment, and waste treatment. Conducts research and analyses of new and emerging waste management issues, including marine litter, global markets for recyclables, and per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in the waste stream. Develops tools and resources to support waste management for use by governments in the U.S. and internationally. Supports direct engagement with government clients and actively represents government interests in project work with other stakeholders. Manages complex projects with government clients. Supports program design and implementation for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, US Agency for International Development, and other federal and state agencies. Preferred Skills Expertise in solid waste management and circular economy, including recycling programs, marine litter prevention, and waste collection methods. Experience with key industry models and tools, such as the EPA Waste Reduction Model (WARM), Solid Waste Emissions Estimation Tool (SWEET), and the United Nations Environment Programme’s Export and Import Control Tool. Familiarity with equity and environmental justice considerations related to waste management. Understanding of state, federal, and international policies and treaties related to solid waste management, including the Resource Conservation & Recovery Act and the Basel Convention. Excellent communication and writing skills. Experience consulting for federal and state government agencies. Skills to prioritize multiple responsibilities, learn in a changing environment, communicate effectively with diverse audiences, and be a strong team motivator with the ability to foster collaboration and decision-making among government and consulting team members. Minimum Qualifications BA + 5 years of relevant experience, MA/MBA + 3 years of relevant experience OR the equivalent combination of education and experience. Background in solid waste management, recycling, plastics management, or a related field. Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits. Local candidates strongly encouraged to apply. Disclaimer: Abt Associates will never ask candidates for money in exchange for an offer of employment. Tue, 11 May 2021 13:50:05 -0400