Jurisdiction: Cortland County

Jurisdictional Class: Non-Competitive (PJC)

Adopted: 1/1/12

LANDFILL OPERATIONS CREW LEADER

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

The work involves responsibility for leading and participating in the county landfill operations. The incumbent monitors and participates in the skilled operation and preventive maintenance of specialized heavy motor equipment, leads subordinates and oversees all operations and personnel at the landfill. In addition, the incumbent works with public and private haulers and the general public using the landfill. The work is performed under the general supervision of the Assistant General Highway Supervisor according to established techniques and procedures. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: (Illustrative only)

Leads the day-to-day operation of the landfill, including the operation of equipment;

Leads and participates in the general maintenance and repairs of landfill motor equipment;

Ensures repairs, maintenance and orders repair parts;

Leads and participates in snow removal activities at the landfill;

Responds to inquiries, requests, etc., from individuals and private and public haulers using the landfill;

Enforces established safety rules and regulations;

Maintains a variety of records and reports of activities;

Responsible for the daily landfill records and preparation of receipts for deposit.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

Good knowledge of landfill operations;

Good knowledge of the operation and maintenance of heavy motor equipment used at a landfill facility;

Good knowledge of the safety precautions required and hazards involved in the operation of heavy motor equipment;

Ability to operate heavy motor equipment;

Ability to plan the work of others;

Ability to perform routine equipment maintenance and make minor field repairs on

assigned equipment;

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing;

Ability to deal effectively with the public;

Ability to organize and maintain accurate records and files:

Willingness to work under adverse weather conditions;

Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

LANDFILL OPERATIONS CREW LEADER -- contd. 2

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

a) Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and two (2) years of experience as a motor equipment operator in construction, landfill operations or related activities; OR

b) Four (4) years paid experience as defined in (a).

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:

Possession of a valid New York State Class B Driver’s License with air brake and tank endorsement required. Failure to maintain a New York State Class B Driver's License with all required endorsements will result in disciplinary action or dismissal.

OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Classification - Category 1