What are the responsibilities and job description for the Spotter position at Athens Services?
Description
- Actively inspect loads for unauthorized material at the unloading area.
- Enforce MRF safety requirements and procedures.
- Direct traffic safely in and out of the unloading area and controls the unloading of vehicles.
- Inspect and remove hazardous waste from all loads tipped at the MRF. This includes other unauthorized wastes such as used tires, treated wood and other unauthorized material.
- Communicate effectively with all team members, including : scale house operators, heavy equipment operators, MRF Foremen and Supervisors
- Coordinate the stoppage of various activities within the unloading area in order to pull hazardous waste materials from the waste streams.
- Immediately report all emergencies (e.g. fires, accidents) to the proper manager / supervisor.
- Provide fuels and related additives to all heavy equipment operating in the MRF as required.
- Prepare daily log sheets to report tonnages from various equipment / vehicles / transfer trailers for correct reporting, billing and invoicing.
- Perform daily litter control on the MRF and maintains the entry road into the MRF.
- Keep the MRF tipping areas clean and well-maintained.
- Operate equipment in support of the inspection and sorting process, including but not limited to skid steer, backhoe, forklift and loaders.
- Sorting cardboard and curbside recyclables and baling sorted materials using baling equipment.
- Sort and properly load waste tires for shipping.
- Separate metals by type for salvage.
- Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
- Communicate with and take direction from a supervisor.
- Attend classes and meetings for training certification, such as hazardous waste spotter and continuing education credits, meeting safety requirements.
- Train in HAZWOPER and respond to and contain spills. Safely clean up the area around an accidental effluent spill.
- Complies with information provided on Material Safety Data Sheets for all products. Handles and stores items properly.
- Observes and adheres to proper tag out and lockout of vehicles in accordance with clearance procedures, policies, and practices.
- Follow all safety policies and procedures.
- Required to work overtime, weekends and during emergency conditions.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications :
- 1-year experience working as a general laborer and / or construction environment.
- High School Diploma / GED
- Working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions common to construction operations.
- Ability to establish effective working relationships with other employees, supervisors and the public.
- Ability to understand and communicate in writing and verbally and follow instructions.
- Ability to observe proper safety precautions.
- Ability to work overtime as needed.
- Valid C Class Driver License.
- Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
Preferred Qualifications :
Bilingual English / Spanish
Physical / Environmental Demands :
Physical : Standing, walking, seeing, hearing, & smelling continuously.Problem solving, oral / written communication, analytical ability, concentration, & interpersonal abilities continuously.
Eye / hand coordination, handling, & wrist motion continuously.Bending, reaching, stretching, and lifting up to 50 Lbs. frequently.
Environmental : Exposure to dust, smoke, fumes, odors, grease, oil, chemicals, wet / hot conditions, & noise continuously.Works outside only.
Salary : $19.00 $20.00 per hour
Benefits :
- Competitive wages
- Comprehensive benefit package Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401K
- Life Insurance
- Paid Vacation and Sick Time
- Career plan
- Recognition programs
- Professional development learning
- An exceptional work environment
Last updated : 2024-08-28
Salary : $19 - $20