Solid Waste Intern
This is a part time/limited-term 1200 HOUR PER YEAR field position at the Marathon County Solid Waste Department, 172900 Hwy. 29, Ringle, WI. The employee is needed to perform duties to support the efficient, effective, and safe operation of the Marathon County Solid Waste Department, its landfills, management of ancillary structures (I.e., gas system and leachate collection structures, roads, etc.), and operation of multiple solid waste and recycling programs. Many aspects of the work are guided by the requirements of state and federal laws relating to landfill operation and the department’s plan of operation. Duties include operation and maintenance assistance for all related landfill work.
QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma with 1 year experience in farming, mechanics, construction, heavy equipment, environmental management or related field. Interest in waste and materials management, soils, engineering, environmental science or natural resources management is ideal. Experience around heavy equipment preferred. Experience working at a landfill is preferred.
Necessary Special Qualifications: Valid driver’s license and a driving record that meets County standards.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:
Assists with pre-operation inspections of landfill and operational equipment; fueling and greasing equipment when needed; and identifying equipment problems and reporting problems so repairs can be scheduled.
Assists with operation of heavy equipment such as front loaders, dozers, landfill compactors, dump truck, water truck, and other related equipment, to excavate, load, and haul dirt fill.
Assists with environmental monitoring, including air permit compliance monitoring and groundwater system maintenance; assists with gas system maintenance and leachate system maintenance.
Assists with improvement of site aesthetics including litter cleanup, snow removal, and planting.
Helps maintain the household hazardous materials program, classifying and storing a wide variety of hazardous waste, assisting customers delivering household hazardous wastes, and maintaining the reuse store.
May assist with performing preventative and breakdown maintenance on departmental equipment.
Operates all tools and equipment used to perform maintenance including welder, compressor, pneumatic and standard mechanic tools, presses, drills, saws, etc.
Operate computerized scales to weigh incoming and outgoing vehicles.
Maintains regular and predictable attendance. Works extra hours as required.
Performs related work as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Skill in operating equipment, machinery, tools, and materials safely and efficiently in performing functions.
Knowledge of landfill and recycling statutes and regulations.
Ability to operate a GPS system and other computerized systems.
Ability to read and understand engineering drawings.
Knowledge of soil types and impact of soils on landfill operations.
Ability to work in adverse environments, including cold and hot weather.
Knowledge of landfill operating systems and various data collection systems.
Knowledge of materials management related to household hazardous materials/waste.
Ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness, and creativity in situations involving evaluating information to problem solve.
Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with other employees, customers, and the public, adhering to both county and department core values.
Ability to effectively share information with other staff and work as part of a team.
Ability to climb, crawl, bend, and stretch. Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull objects or materials weighing up to 75 pounds.
Ability to contribute to a positive working culture.
Positive attitude and ability to meet core values of honest, helpful and respectful.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
May be exposed to high decibel noise and will be required to wear hearing protection, as needed.
May be exposed to household cleaners and solvents and will be required to wear proper Personal Protective Equipment when necessary.
May be exposed to high concentrations of landfill gasses in gas recovery building and will be required to use air quality monitors and follow site safety procedures.
May be exposed to vectors, vermin, snakes and other wild animals.
May be exposed to extreme temperatures and weather conditions.
May be exposed to other hazards common to an operational landfill and will be expected to use safe practices at all times.
COMPENSATION:
Starting hourly rate: $15.00 – $18.99
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