Resource Recovery Operator B

Resource Recovery Operator B

25 Nov 2024
California, Monterey bay, 93940 Monterey bay USA

Resource Recovery Operator B

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Resource Recovery Operator BLocation: Santa CruzJob ID: 26268NOTIFICATIONSUC Vaccination Policy: With limited exceptions, COVID-19 vaccinations are required for Covered Individuals under the Policy. Covered Individuals include all employees, students, or trainees who physically access a University facility or program in connection with their employment, appointment, or education/training.Covered Individuals do NOT include employees who work 100% remotely with NO expectation that they will physically access any University location or program at ANY time. If 100% remote work ends, the employee is subject to Policy. Employees can submit proof of vaccination online or request an exception.ABOUT UC SANTA CRUZUC Santa Cruz is a public university like no other in California, combining the experience of a small, liberal arts college with the depth and rigor of a major research university. It's known as an unconventional place where innovation and experimentation is part of the campus's DNA. That playful, bold spirit still thrives today, all on a campus renowned as among the most beautiful in the world.JOB SUMMARYThe Resource Recovery Operator B (Class B License minimum) works as part of a team of three “B” operators and three “C” Operators (Class C License) that make up Resource Recovery Services. The “B” operators drive front loader trucks and roll off box trucks to collect refuse, recycling, compost, green waste, scrap metal, scrap wood and other commodities on the UC campus, participate in the sorting and processing of the materials, and the delivery of materials to the landfill, green waste, recycling and compost vendor sites, and other appropriate locations. The “B” operators will also assist with collection of 64 gallon and smaller bins of recycling and compost on campus using box trucks and pickup trucks with lift gates and specialized tipper arm assemblies.INITIAL REVIEW DATE (IRD)UC Santa Cruz staff jobs are posted until filled. Application materials submitted by 11:59 pm on the IRD will be routed to the hiring unit for consideration. NOTE: Materials submitted after the IRD will be forwarded only at the request of the hiring unit. Submit your materials before the IRD to ensure consideration by the hiring unit. The IRD for this job is: 11-18-2021APPOINTMENT INFORMATIONSalary Information: $29.06 - $30.22 / Hourly Salary commensurate with skills, qualifications and experience.No. of Positions: 1Benefits Level Eligibility: Full BenefitsSchedule Information: Full time; Fixed 100% weekly 40 Hours weekly: Days of Week: M-F Day ShiftEmployee Classification: Career AppointmentJob End Date: None Work Location: UC Santa Cruz Main CampusUnion Representation: SXJob Code Classification: 008485 (AUTO EQUIP OPR PRN)JOB DUTIES50% - Front Loader Truck DriverDrive and operate a 25-ton front end loader refuse truck with hydraulic load and compacting unit, driving and operating in minimal access areas. This work requires early morning work hours and involves physically positioning dumpsters at various sites for collection. Participate in route scheduling and service over 150 dumpsters on campus, making route alterations as campus events require. Pick up and Loading: Requires operator to safely pick up, transport and dispose of refuse as scheduled by supervision; record refuse onto the computer, monitor on-board Loadman weighing software, on-board dumpster load status software (Compology), and proceed on route to the next stop adaptively scheduled by the dumpster load status software (Compology), compacting load as necessary between stops. Operate cell phone and/or two-way radio to receive and send communications to supervisor and/or Communication Center. Dumping: Operator must observe dumpster loads before dumping into compactor for foreign material that could damage compactor unit. Deliver loaded truck with compacted refuse to landfill or resource recovery vendor, requiring understanding of load weights to determine if auxiliary axle is required to be lowered. Servicing: Perform required daily servicing of vehicle including: review service checklist for air, fuel and oil, visual safety inspection, checking hydraulic fluids, and verify the truck is operating properly. Vehicle checks are done in accordance with California Highway Patrol vehicle inspection regulations. Data Collection: Daily data entry on the computer into Excel sheets by location of refuse collected, which includes: pickups per stop, number of dump runs, gallons of fuel used, and miles driven. Operators must learn and utilize on-board weight collection (Loadman) collection and monitor and report performance. Container Maintenance: As required pick up refuse containers and haul to repair shop for steam cleaning and repair which may include welding on steel patches to repair holes, adjusting lid for fit and lid hinges for ease of operation. Must push/pull empty containers on casters, to position for service. Cardboard, Mixed Paper and Mixed Container Recycling: Drive and operate a 25 ton front loading recycling truck with hydraulic load compacting unit to pick up cardboard and mixed recycling materials on the campus. Deliver those materials to various locations in the Monterey Bay and San Francisco Bay area for processing.20% - Roll Off Box Truck DriverDrive and operate commercial roll-off-box trucks with a GVW reaching 47,000 lbs, utilizing a 40,000 lb rated 2 speed planetary type winch with a ¾” cable and a split frame with a hydraulic powered loading unit. The trucks service multiple sized 'roll-off-box' containers ranging from 10 cubic yards to 40 cubic yards. These roll-off-boxes are used to transport construction debris, green waste, recycling material, quarry materials for road maintenance and erosion control, landscape mulch, soil and other materials as needed. The University also has 5 food service compost compactors that are transported to the Marina Landfill in Monterey County. Drive and operate a roll off truck to pick up and haul recycle materials to the university recycle sort line for processing. Pick up and deliver various recycled materials in roll off containers to various recycle material processors in the Monterey Bay and San Francisco Bay area. Equipment Selection: With results based work orders, drivers are required to determine the appropriate sized truck to use with the appropriate sized containers given the type and quantity of material to be transported while considering job site limitations and access requirements. Equipment Inspection: Drivers are required by DOT regulations and University policy to perform pre- and post-operation truck inspections as specified by supervision. Drivers are to submit truck mechanical inspection forms to the Central Garage no less than weekly. Loading and Transporting: Drivers must load and off-load containers safely from the truck frame channels, and transport loaded containers as needed. They must be able to operate the equipment in narrow hillside alleyways amidst pedestrian and automotive traffic. Dumping, Off Loading and Securing: Must be able to safely dump the load and off-load the containers as scheduled and directed by supervision. To secure containers, drivers are responsible for leaving containers in accessible locations, out of traffic and not blocking access to facilities.Record Keeping: Drivers will maintain records as specified by supervision of all daily activities involving the roll-off service.20% - Recycle bin collection and sortingMaterial Collection: Drive and operate trucks with lift gates, safely driving and operating in minimal access and crowded areas. Requires physically moving recycling bins at various sites for collection. Participate in route scheduling that services several hundred recycling and compost bins on campus and make route alterations as campus events require. Materials collected include but is not limited to: Mixed containers, various grades of paper, compost, Styrofoam, batteries, film plastic, mixed hard plastics, and food scraps. Operate two-way radio and / or cell phone to receive and send communications to supervisor, staff, the Work Order Desk and the Communication Center. Requires the flexibility to accommodate occasional shift alterations as requested by supervision. Pick up and Loading: Select and load the appropriate recycling containers on a truck for efficient completion of route and transfer of resource recovery materials. Properly position truck adjacent to bins for safe and efficient operation of lift gate and loading of materials. Load and properly secure materials for safe transportation. Transportation/Unloading: Deliver containers to locations on campus; Deliver materials to the appropriate drop-off sites on or off campus; Unload truck and sort materials as needed, using proper safety procedures; Inspect materials unloaded for contaminants and remove as needed to maintain good quality of recycled materials; Keep areas around collection containers clean and safe Servicing: Perform required daily inspection of vehicles including review of service checklist for visual safety inspection, fuel and oil, check fluids, and verify proper operation of all systems. Keep truck clean, and report any problems. Records: Prepare daily tally sheets by location of material collected, including material type and volume per stop, and other information as required. Daily record time worked by job, area, and work order. Container Maintenance: As required, pick up collection containers and transport for steam cleaning. Clean containers and replace. Replace labels on containers as needed. Deliver new and replacement containers as needed. Material Sorting: Assist with the sorting of materials on the sort line, paper bins, and other commodities as needed. This may involve delivery to the sorting location with front loader and/or roll off trucks, sorting on the line, and transporting sorted commodities.10% - Assist as Needed with Equipment ServicesAt the discretion of the Assistant Superintendent, Resource Recovery, assist when needed with Equipment Services Operations.QUALIFICATIONSRequired Qualifications Experience operating three axle trucks or larger, weighing in excess of twenty tons with a full load. Experience operating heavy equipment; ability to diagnose equipment operational problems, knowledge in performing heavy equipment adjustments. Strong interpersonal skills sufficient to interact and work effectively with campus community and the ability to exercise diplomacy in dealing with diverse groups of people. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to complete required logs and records for reporting purposes in a timely fashion. Ability to read and write and follow oral and written instructions.Preferred Qualifications Experience operating front end loading refuse trucks with hydraulic lifting arms and compaction body. Experience operating roll-off-box units with planetary winch type cable to pull containers on to frame rail trays. Possess knowledge/experience of road and path asphalt repairs, fence and retaining wall construction/repair. Ability to operate mowing tractors on grasslands and in dusty conditions with or without accommodations. Experience with computers and data entry.Special Conditions of Employment Selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment criminal history background check. Must possess a valid Class A California Driver's License or ability to attain one within 6 months of hire and maintain a safe driving record. Class B minimum. Ability to move up to 75 lbs., with or without accommodation, Ability to bend, stoop, and perform duties requiring physical agility and strength. Ability to work in conditions of variable temperature/weather with possible exposure to strong, unpleasant odors, high levels of noise and vibrations, exposure to dust and allergens, rain and mud. Ability to participate in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) pull notice system and in accordance with the Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations, must conform to the drug and alcohol testing requirements as set forth in UCSC's Drug and Alcohol Testing policies and procedures. Per the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA), this position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter. The selected candidate will be required to report known or suspected child abuse or neglect as defined by CANRA and will be required to sign a Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse prior to commencing employment. CANRA Penal Codes, and related definitions, requirements, and responsibilities may be obtained here The University of California has implemented a COVID-19 Vaccination Policy covering all employees. To be compliant with the policy, covered employees must submit proof of vaccination or have an approved exception or deferral, eight (8) weeks from date of hire. NOTE: All applicants selected for interview are required to bring a copy of their current DMV Record Review.SAFETY STATEMENTAll UCSC employees must understand and follow job safety procedures, attend required health and safety training, proactively promote safety at work, and promptly report actual and potential accidents and injuries. HOW TO APPLY Attach your resume and cover letter when applying for this job opening. Do not attach any documents to 'My Activities'. Visit our How to Apply tutorial for detailed instructions on our applicant process. EEO/AA The University of California is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees. APPLICANTS ARE REQUIRED TO USE THE UCSC ON-LINE PROCESS

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To ensure review of application materials by the hiring unit, they must be submitted on or before the initial review date (IRD) via the Staff Employment Opportunities web site; https://jobs.ucsc.edu. A computer is available at the UC Santa Cruz Staff Human Resources Office located at Scotts Valley Center. The Scotts Valley Center is located at 100 Enterprise Way, Suite E100, Scotts Valley, CA 95066. To learn more or to request disability accommodations, call 831-459-2009. Hearing impaired are encouraged to use the California Relay Service at 800-735-2922. UC Santa Cruz is an Equal Opportunity Employer.The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees.

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