Utility Worker I
- Summary
This is a Career Service position at the Cedar Hills Landfill in the Operations Section of King County's Solid Waste Division. The person in this position will be responsible for basic labor duties including supporting the landfill tippers, keeping the work area clean, assuring safe backing up of trucks and following safety procedures. This position will report to the Landfill Supervisor and will be directed by the Operator Lead.
King County and The Solid Waste Division (SWD) values diverse perspectives and life experiences and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, women, people with disabilities, and veterans.
WHO MAY APPLY: This position is open to all qualified applicants. This is a full time permanent career service position with King County.
FORMS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED: Applicants must submit a (1) King County application form, (2) respond to the supplemental questions detailing your background and describing how your skills and experience meets the qualifications. Applications that are incomplete may not be considered.
WORK LOCATION: Cedar Hills Landfill, 16645 228th Avenue SE, Maple Valley, WA
WORK SCHEDULE: This position is full-time and is overtime eligible. This position will work a 7/10 schedule (7 days on 10 hours per day, followed by 7 days off (Monday – Sunday) or a 5/8 schedule; 8 hours per day, for five days. This is a day shift position.
OPERATIONS SECTION PROFILE: The operations section of the Solid Waste Division operates a solid waste transfer and disposal system for residents and businesses in King County (except for Seattle). The operations section is responsible for the transfer facilities, transportation, maintenance shop (maintaining the division's heavy equipment, vehicles and facilities), landfill operations, landfill gas and wastewater, commercial garbage collection companies and self-haulers (business and residential) bring solid waste to the transfer facilities, where it is located into large transfer trailers and hauled to the Cedar Hills Regional Landfill for disposal. At the landfill, a network of environmental controls ensures the byproducts of the decomposing waste are captured and managed.
CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have any questions about this position, please contact Lisa Aweeka, Senior Human Resources Analyst at 206-263-1065 or via e-mail at lisa.aweeka@kingcounty.gov.
EXAMPLES OF JOB DUTIES:
•Clean, maintain and support the operation of the landfill tipper to ensure loaded trailers are positioned and secured over tippers, trailer doors are opened and resealed correctly, load is dumped correctly and machines are disconnected from tractors
•Ensure trailers are properly disconnected and reconnected to the tractors
•Perform visual safety inspection of truck trailer and landfill tipper before loads are dumped
•Perform litter control on the landfill as needed
•Maintain cleanliness of landfill tipper machines and clean debris from the back of the trailer
•Using hand tools and other equipment, clean and maintain a variety of areas, including surrounding landscape, parking areas and vehicles
•Keep daily work log on computer
•Perform related work as required and assigned
REQUIRED SKILLS:
•Ability and skills to work outdoors in a Solid Waste landfill
•Ability to provide the necessary support to operate a landfill tipper machine
•Basic knowledge of safety procedures
•Ability to clean the tipper machine and remove debris from the transfer station trailer
•Ability to use hand tools and equipment to clean surrounding areas, landscape, parking areas and vehicles
•Excellent customer service skills
•Ability to follow procedures and accomplish tasks with direction
•Basic computer skills
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The candidate must have the ability to work outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, inclement weather while on uneven slopes, surfaces, grades and terrain and other adverse conditions such as odor, noise, dust and traffic.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: An offer of employment will be contingent on a successful employment physical examination. A valid Washington State Driver's License is required upon hire.
UNION MEMBERSHIP: Positions in this classification is represented by Teamsters Local 174.
Note: Online applications are preferred. However, if you cannot apply online, go to www.kingcounty.gov/jobs for other options.
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage: King County pays 100% of the premiums for eligible employees and family members
- Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
- Retirement: King County employees are eligible to participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
- Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
- 10 paid holidays each year (plus 2 personal holidays)
- Generous vacation and paid sick leave
- Paid parental leave, family and medical leaves, and volunteer leave
- Flexible Spending Account
- Wellness programs
- Onsite gyms and activity centers
- Employee giving program
- Employee assistance programs
- Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
- Training and career development programs
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails. Also, in the event of any incorrect information in this document, applicable laws, policies, rules, CBAs, or official plan documents will prevail.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
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01Do you have experience using hand tools and equipment to clean areas, landscape, parking areas and vehicles?
- Yes
- No
02If you answered "Yes" above, please provide a brief description of using hand tools and equipment to clean areas, landscape, parking areas and vehicles. Do not write "see application," as it will be considered an incomplete response. (If you selected "No," type in NA.)03Please provide a brief description of your experience providing excellent customer service skills. Provide date(s) and employer(s) where you performed this task. Do not write "see application," as this will be considered an incomplete response.04Do you possess a valid Washington State driver's license?- Yes
- No
05Do you have the ability to work outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, inclement weather while on uneven slopes, surfaces, grades and terrain and other adverse conditions such as odor, noise, dust and traffic?- Yes
- No
06Utility Worker I's will work a 7/10 schedule (7 days on 10 hours per day, followed by 7 days off (Monday – Sunday) or a 5/8 schedule; 8 hours per day, for five days. This is a day shift position. Are you available to work ALL shifts listed on the job posting?- Yes
- No
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