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Nature of Work
This is semi-skilled work within the solid waste operations and includes leadership responsibilities over employees engaged in the collection of recycling, refuse, and yard waste. Work is performed under the general supervision of a supervisor or manager. The work includes planning, organizing, coordinating and assigning tasks to Refuse Collection Operators and Public Services Aides. The Public Services Specialist will assist in or coordinate the training of new employees. Another primary duty of this position is the coordination and enforcement of recycling, refuse and yard waste ordinance violations, as well as oversee corridor cleaning operations. The specialist will build and maintain relationships with Police, H.O.T. team and other assistance organizations in the coordination of the corridor cleaning activities. This position will also troubleshoot problem areas and make recommendations regarding process and operational improvements to management. This position will, on occasion, fill-in on acting assignment, in the supervisor role.
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Minimum Training and Experience
Nature of Work
This is semi-skilled work within the solid waste operations and includes leadership responsibilities over employees engaged in the collection of recycling, refuse, and yard waste. Work is performed under the general supervision of a supervisor or manager. The work includes planning, organizing, coordinating and assigning tasks to Refuse Collection Operators and Public Services Aides. The Public Services Specialist will assist in or coordinate the training of new employees. Another primary duty of this position is the coordination and enforcement of recycling, refuse and yard waste ordinance violations, as well as oversee corridor cleaning operations. The specialist will build and maintain relationships with Police, H.O.T. team and other assistance organizations in the coordination of the corridor cleaning activities. This position will also troubleshoot problem areas and make recommendations regarding process and operational improvements to management. This position will, on occasion, fill-in on acting assignment, in the supervisor role.
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Minimum Training and Experience
- Graduation from high school or GED
- Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in the operation of medium and heavy equipment and/or the solid waste management industry, including some lead worker experience, preferably related to refuse or recycling operations;
- Any equivalent combination of training and experience.
- Possession of a valid Michigan Commercial Driver's License A (CDL A).
THIS IS A SAFETY-SENSITIVE POSITION SUBJECT TO THE DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT) RANDOM DRUG & ALCOHOL TESTING PROGRAM.
