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POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position Title:

Brush Site Operator

Department:

Public Works

Division:

Solid Waste

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Retirement:

KPERS

Effective Date:

November 6, 2024

GENERAL PURPOSE

Performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled work and operates a variety of equipment in the disposal of trees, brush and lumber and installation of signs. Directs traffic and inspects incoming loads at the site and can/will reject loads that are unacceptable for disposal.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the immediate supervision of the Assistant Superintendent of Operations.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Generally none, but may occasionally be called upon to supervise additional manpower.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

(Duties listed below do not include all tasks which may be performed).

On site control of the daily operations of the Tree & Brush Disposal Site.

Collects fees and charges and tally/deposit daily receipts for deposit at the City Clerks Office.

Make necessary decisions concerning the size/style of vehicle, the acceptability of the incoming materials, and the appropriate fee for loads.

Operate various @types of equipment used for brush disposal; to include but not limited to a track loader.

Ensure site is left in a neat, orderly and secured condition prior to the end of each day. This includes the piling of collected brush and lumber for controlled burns and/or chipping into piles.

Responsible for the burning/chipping operations of the site with the approval for the controlled burns by both the Fire Battalion Chief and the Solid Waste Foreman.

Maintains compost area for continued processing of materials.

Maintains phone and radio communications with the Municipal Service Center to receive or report variances to standard operations.

Conducts a daily inspection of fuel, hydraulic fluids, tracks and other critical parts of the brush disposal site equipment.

Maintains records relating to inspections, maintenance activity, customers, etc.

Performs routine and preventative maintenance on assigned equipment and refers defects or needed repairs to supervisor. Cleans equipment.

Observes surrounding conditions such as citizens, equipment, property, etc., in order to assure the brush and lumber is disposed of in a safe manner.

Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate and security standards.

Maintains and monitors a safety culture in accordance with City policy. This culture will minimize accidents, injuries and property damage. Follows proper safety procedures and/or reporting violations of safety policies. May perform or assist in accident investigations.

May perform other duties as assigned.

PERIPHERAL DUTIES

Meets with a KS Department of Health and Environment representative annually for maintaining compliance with state guidelines.

Keeps and maintains logs/records on street sign inventory to reflect missing or damaged signs needing repair and replacement dates.

Responsible for installation of new signs within the parameters of City codes/department policy.

Assists the Street Division with snow removal tasks and the Garage Division with other duties when the Brush Site is closed for business during winter months.

Serves on various employee or other committees as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Experience and License/Certification:

(A) Be at least 18 years old at time of hire.

(B) Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.

(D) Must possess a current, valid drivers license at time of application (and maintain for duration of employment) and meet insurability standards under fleet insurance policy.

(E) Must have previous experience in handling a cash drawer without any record of conflict of interest from an employer.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

(A) Knowledge of equipment, methods and procedures used in brush disposal activities; the hazards of applicable safety rules and precautions involved in equipment operation;

(B) Skill in operations of some of the listed tools and equipment;

(C) Ability to perform minor to heavy tasks for extended periods of time; Ability to work overhead and work from heights; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors and the general public; Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

City of Leavenworth

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