The County of Yolo is recruiting to fill one (1) regular, full-time position in the class of Waste Facility Worker I OR Waste Facility Worker II in the Integrated Waste Division of the Community Services Department.THE POSITIONThe candidate selected for this position may be hired as a Waste Facility Worker I OR a Waste Facility Worker II, based on experience, and at the discretion of the appointing authority. The salary range for each classification level are as follows:
- Waste Facility Worker I: $51,584.00 - $62,712.00 Annually
The Waste Facility Worker I is the entry-level classification in this classification series. Initially, incumbents work under close supervision and are given detailed instructions in the performance of routine waste facility maintenance and repair tasks that are more structured and repetitive than those assigned to the Waste Facility Worker II. As skills and knowledge are developed, incumbents are expected to perform increasingly difficult assignments with more responsibility.
- Waste Facility Worker II: $56,742.40 - $68,972.80 Annually
The Waste Facility Worker II is the journey level classification responsible for performing the full range and scope of work. Incumbents work under general supervision and are expected to be proficient in performing a variety of responsible and difficult skilled waste facility tasks.
The ideal candidate is a reliable, safety-minded team player who takes pride in hands-on work and enjoys being part of an operation that keeps the community clean and running smoothly. They bring a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced, outdoor environment. In this role, the ideal candidate supports the daily operations of a solid waste facility. They have experience, or a strong interest in learning, how to safely handle materials, support recycling efforts, direct traffic, and maintain a clean and organized site. They are comfortable working around heavy equipment, adapting to changing priorities, and following established safety and environmental guidelines. As they gain experience, the ideal candidate takes on more responsibility, operates equipment, and may assist in guiding newer team members. Strong communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team are important for success in this role. This candidate enjoys physical, meaningful work, values safety, and is motivated to contribute to essential public services.HOW TO APPLYInterested applicants should submit a County of Yolo online employment application and responses to the required supplemental questions, by the listed closing date. For additional important and detailed information, see the
Application & Selection Process section of this job announcement.Use the links below to open the full class specification for each position level and learn more about the essential functions, knowledge, and abilities of the job.
The minimum qualifications required for a candidate to proceed in the selection process are as follows:
Waste Facility Worker I- Education: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade or equivalent.
- Experience: No experience necessary. See note below.
- License: Positions in this classification require incumbents to possess and maintain a valid California driver’s license, Class C or higher, to carry out job related duties. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical or mental disability may request a reasonable accommodation.
Note:
- Experience: Experience in landscaping, grounds keeping, building and/or road repair, construction, or other closely related duties is highly desirable.
- Certification Requirements: Documentation of successful completion of 24-hours of Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) training, Powered Industrial Truck Operator (forklift) training, backhoe training, loader training, and telehandler training is required within the first six months of employment. All certifications must be maintained as required.
Waste Facility Worker II- Education: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade or equivalent.
- Experience: At least one year of maintenance experience in landscaping, grounds, building repair, road repair, construction, or other closely related duties similar to the Waste Facility Worker I class.
- License: Positions in this classification require incumbents to possess and maintain a valid California driver’s license, Class C or higher, to carry out job related duties. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical or mental disability may request a reasonable accommodation.
Note:- Certification Requirements: documentation of successful completion of 24-hours of Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) training, Powered Industrial Truck Operator (forklift) training, backhoe training, loader training, and telehandler training is required within the first six months of employment. All certifications must be maintained as required.
Application Process
It is highly recommended that you print this job bulletin for future reference.Application information should be current, concise, and related to the requirements in this job announcement. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience as of the recruitment closing date, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as outlined above in the
Employment Standardssection.
Incomplete applications will be disqualified.A resume may be included with your application; however, it WILL NOT substitute for the information requested on the application. Ensure that
relevant information to be considered in the screening for minimum qualifications step is included within the online application system fields. Additionally, responses to the supplemental questions must be included with your submission, as detailed below.
Supplemental Questions:Supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding an candidate’s experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other supplemental question responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question.
Attachments, if applicable, may be submitted through the following methods:
- By uploading and attaching to the online application
- By e-mail to jobs@yolocounty.gov
- By fax to (530) 666-8049
- By hand-delivery to 625 Court Street, Room 101, Woodland, CA 95695. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Selection ProcessThe following is a tentative schedule of steps that will occur as part of the selection process. The selection process steps, and any listed dates, may change with or without notice.
- Screen for Minimum Qualifications
- Screen for Best Qualified, if applicable
- Department Selection Interviews
- Reference Checks
- Conditional Job Offer, pending Pre-Employment Exams
- Drug & Alcohol Screen
- Department of Justice LiveScan
- Confirmed Job Offer
- Estimated Start Date: TBD
Screening for Best Qualified:If applicable, an applicant’s education, training, experience, and responses to the supplemental questions will be evaluated to determine applicant ranking and those that are best qualified to be place on an eligible list for the job class. The active eligible list that is established from this recruitment will be used to fill this open position and future vacancies.
Contact InformationFor questions about the position or about employment with the County, please contact Human Resources by e-mail at
jobs@yolocounty.gov or by phone at (530) 666-8055.
Equal Employment OpportunityIt is the policy of the County of Yolo to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of sex, sexual orientation, race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, physical disability (Including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics/information), age (40 or over), marital status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws or ordinance. The County will comply with all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. Reasonable testing arrangements may be made to accommodate applicants with disabilities or who are unable to attend a scheduled test due to religious reasons in accordance with the Fair Employment and Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Please call the County of Yolo Human Resources Office at (530) 666-8055 at least five (5) business days prior to the scheduled test date to request accommodation.Documentation from a medical doctor, rehabilitation counselor, or other qualified professional will be required.
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