Compost Operator Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

Responsibilities/Pay Grade JOB SUMMARY: Participates in the daily operation of the bio-solids compost program. Operates a variety of heavy equipment necessary to load, unload, move, and transport incoming yard waste to safely and efficiently process yard waste through various shredding, composting, separating, mixing, turning, and curing stages. Also performs manual work necessary to support the bio-solids compost program, and assist with general work as assigned.

Responsible for office work coordinating pick up of compost by the general public, including taking calls, billing and generating reports. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Works with the public to provide and verify information, process transactions, and provide services, as appropriate; greets visitors and directs them to appropriate areas. Answers the telephone, screens and routes calls, takes messages, provides public with factual information regarding departmental services, functions, and activities which may require the explanation of rules, policies, and/or procedures.

Operates standard office equipment including word processors, computers, facsimile equipment, telephones, and other communications equipment; may assist others in the proper use of various office equipment; makes use of available tools to improve efficiency and accuracy of work done in assigned programs and work units. Compiles and maintains accurate and up-to-date records such as incoming and outgoing goods and services. Maintains manual or computerized filing systems containing records, reports, statistics of compost sales.

Schedules appointments for pick up of compost by customers. May organize and order office supplies, materials, and equipment under direction in order to maintain sufficient inventory for departmental usage. Advises the general public on departmental operations, policies, and procedures.

Assists department staff and management with various special projects and programs. Composting Operation Operating heavy equipment may include wheel loader, backhoe, crane, clamshell/boom-truck, grappler-arm, windrow turner, shredder, tub grinder, trommel screening machine, and other comparable earth-moving and composting equipment. Vehicle operation may include pickup truck, dump truck, roll-off truck, and tractor-trailer truck.

Maintains equipment and tools through proper care and maintenance. Manually collects shredded plastic bag debris, as it is blown across the grounds. Assures the assigned heavy equipment or collection vehicle is properly equipped, cleaned, and serviced; completes daily activity and equipment repair request reports as necessary.

Services and makes minor repairs to assigned equipment. Checks the vehicle or equipment's fuel, oil, and or coolant levels daily and fills as required. Operates assigned radio communication equipment as provided.

Performs daily pre-trip and post-trip safety inspection of assigned vehicle or heavy equipment. May act as lead worker or crew leader over lower-level personnel as assigned. Attends meetings, seminars, schools, etc.

as required. All other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or G.E.D

(Educational documentation will be requested upon offer of employment). Ability to read and write at an eighth-grade level; comprehend and follow both verbal and written instructions; ability to make basic arithmetic computations, and understand numerical data and information, e.g., instructional guides, safety instructions, gauges, thermometer readings, speedometer readings, traffic signs, warning signs, etc. Two years of experience in the operation of heavy-duty equipment and vehicles

Any combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Employees may be required to work overtime hours, and during emergency events technicians are required to work hours and schedules as assigned. Licenses and Certifications: Possession of a Class "B" Commercial Driver's license.

Employment offers to all new hires are contingent upon the job candidates successfully passing background, motor vehicle and reference checks, drug screening, and post job offer physicals (that may include pulmonary testing). All applicants are subject to physical assessments as required by job. Physical Requirements/Working Environment Physical Requirements/Working Environment While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, or walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, jump, step, crawl or crouch; talk and hear; and lift and/or move up to 100 pounds and occasionally required to lift over 100 pounds with assistance.

Specific vision abilities include close, distant, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is required to perform work in the early morning hours and is exposed to outdoor weather conditions to include high heat and humidity, fumes, noxious odors, dusts, airborne particulates, work near moving mechanical parts, and toxic or caustic chemicals. While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is regularly required to work in a typical office setting, use standard office equipment, read printed materials and a computer screen, and communicate in person and over the telephone.

The incumbent's working conditions are typically loud when operating equipment. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities/Supplemental Information Knowledge of: Florida motor vehicle and traffic laws. Safety, care, and maintenance of operating heavy-duty earth-moving equipment, articulating boom-type equipment, windrow turning equipment, grinder, and belt-moving equipment.

Occupational safety hazards and safety precautions to include: use of personal protection equipment, hearing protection devices, safety glasses, dust breathing masks, seat belt usage, hard hat usage, safety vest, etc. Safety, care, and operation of assigned equipment. Safe driving practices.

Modern office methods, practices, and procedures including the operation of standard office equipment. The intended uses of standardized computer software applications involving word and data processing, interpretation, and presentation. Proper use of business English including correct spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

Basic business mathematics. Skill in: Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with internal staff, citizens, and other departmental staff in order to give and receive information in a courteous, helpful, and friendly manner. Rapidly acquiring knowledge of administrative and operational matters and working independently on non-routine office support tasks.

The operation of contemporary office equipment such as a personal computer or terminal, typewriter, and calculator and in the use of standardized computer software applications involving word and data processing, interpretation, and presentation. Making calculations involving business mathematics. Maintaining accurate office files.

Concentrating and paying close attention to detail with constant breaks in concentration associated with answering phones or speaking in person to citizens requiring assistance. Abilities: Make sound decisions in accordance with rules, regulations, or policies. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with officials, other employees, and the general public.

Listen effectively. Read, understand, analyze, and interpret data, procedures, and governmental regulations. Write correspondence and reports.

Speak effectively concerning business issues on the telephone and in person. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans' Preference ECUA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, disability/handicap, age, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected criteria. ECUA provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources Department. ECUA proudly supports veterans, military spouses, and their families. We recognize your unique skills and sacrifices and are committed to helping you build a rewarding career in public service.

A Veterans' Preference shall be awarded to preference-eligible applicants in accordance with Florida law.