Position: Assistant Solid Waste Supervisor
Starting Salary: $70,000 - $80,000 Annually
Work Hours: 40 hours a week
Closing Date: Applications will be accepted until May 10,2026 or when filled, whichever comes first. *
*Candidates will be reviewed and considered upon submittal of application materials until this position is filled or closed, whichever comes first.
Bonneville County invites you to apply to join our dynamic team dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for our growing community. Whether you're passionate about public service, eager to make a difference in local government, or seeking a fulfilling career with ample opportunities, Bonneville County is the place for you.
Bonneville County offers a highly competitive benefits package to include:
General Purpose
Perform a variety of field supervisory and advanced level Landfill Foreman/ Landfill Equipment Operator duties as needed to assure the efficient and effective daily operations of a solid waste facility.
Supervision Received
Work under the general supervision of the Solid Waste Supervisor, Public Works Director or Assistant Public Works Director.
Supervision Exercised
Provide close to general supervision to all Landfill personnel.
Essential Functions
Assist with management of the day-to-day operations of waste transfer station and landfill sites; monitor operations to ensure compliance with various regulations and established policies and procedures; assist in monitoring operation expenditures for compliance with established budgets.
Provide training for Equipment Operators and Waste Management Technicians; review performance to ensure quality work; make recommendations affecting employment status such as retention, advancement, discipline, and discharge; participate in interviewing and selection process of new employees; conduct new hire orientation to operations and department policies, practices and procedures; monitor employee attendance; review and approve time records and authorize paid time off. Understand and administer Bonneville County's personnel policies.
Assist with maintenance of various operations records; monitor use of equipment and general maintenance; oversee safety practices; assure compliance with safety guidelines, dumping regulations, and environmental standards by employees and general public; make recommendations to minimize risks and liabilities associated with facility functions and equipment operation.
Perform as a working supervisor; must have high level skill and ability to operate landfill equipment to move, compact and transfer solid waste; assists with general equipment preventative maintenance; assures proper operations of compactor; assists in the screening or waste, white goods, and regulated materials.
Monitor receiving and segregation of materials in the recycling area; provides information to the public concerning disposal and recycling of solid wastes; may assist with Freon recovery process.
Perform cleaning and maintenance of work areas using motorized sweepers and various cleaning equipment and chemicals; perform winter operations duties, i.e., snow removal to allow year-round public access.
Maintain regular, reliable patterns in work product and attendance according to Bonneville County's expectations.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned or required.
Minimum Qualifications
1. Educations and Experience:
A. Graduation from high school or equivalent; plus, specialized training related to landfill operations, environmental regulations, etc.
AND
B. 2 years of experience in the operation of landfill equipment.
OR
C.An equivalent combination of education and experience.
2. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Considerable knowledge of the principles and techniques of heavy landfill equipment operations; hazards and safety standards common in medium and heavy equipment operation, maintenance and repair; established landfill and transfer station operating procedures, policies and practices. Working knowledge of the legal liabilities associated with facility use and access. Working knowledge of principles of supervision and employee motivation practices; basic bookkeeping; basic mathematics; interpersonal communications and public relations; legal terms and definitions; problem solving; planning and goal setting techniques.
Ability to direct the work of others, read, interpret and apply moderately complex written and oral instructions related to identification and handling of hazardous and unacceptable materials; perform strenuous labor for extended periods of time under varying conditions; establish effective working relationships with employees, supervisors and the general public.
3. Special Qualifications:
4. Work Environment:
Incumbent of the position performs physically demanding duties both indoors and out. Tasks require a variety of physical activities involving muscular strain, such as lifting, walking, standing, stooping and reaching. Vision and hearing faculties are essential to the safe performance of job duties. Common eye, hand, finger, leg and foot dexterity exist in many aspects of daily functions. Mental application utilizes memory for details, verbal and written instructions, emotional stability, discriminating thinking and guided problem solving. The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Work requires the ability to lift/carry 50 pounds in the normal course of job performance.
AA/EOE/ADA - Hiring is done without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age or disability. In addition, preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.