Zero Waste Technician
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Job ID: 71725
JOB POSTING HOW TO APPLYFor full consideration, applicants should attach their resume and cover letter when applying for a job opening. For guidance related to the application process or if you are experiencing difficulties when applying, please review the Applicant Resources on our Talent Acquisition website. How to ApplyTroubleshootingTips for ApplicantsFAQ'sINITIAL REVIEW DATE (IRD)Application materials submitted by 11:59 pm on the IRD will be routed to the hiring unit for consideration. Materials submitted after the IRD will ONLY be forwarded at the request of the hiring unit. To ensure your application is routed for consideration, submit your materials before 11:59 p.m. on the IRD. Talent Acquisition cannot accept application materials outside of the jobs portal, and is unable to update submitted applications on an applicant's behalf, or forward communications to the hiring units. For more information about the IRD and the applicant review process, view this link.The IRD for this job is: 08-26-2024 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.DEPARTMENT OVERVIEWPhysical Planning, Development & Operations (PPDO) manages and oversees all University activities and services related to physical and environmental planning, design and construction, engineering, physical plant maintenance and operations, capital planning and space management, and the associated business services necessary to support these functions. The University's main campus is spread across more than 2,000 acres and includes over 500 buildings comprising more than 8 million square feet. The department includes operating budgets of over $54 million, manages a project portfolio of approximately $950 million, and employs over 370 full-time staff to carry forth the duties necessary for the campus' development and operation.More information can be found at: https://physicalplant.ucsc.edu/JOB SUMMARYUnder the general supervision of the Resource Recovery Superintendent, the Zero Waste Technician operates campus resource recovery vehicles for the completion of route pickups on a regular weekly schedule as part of the Grounds Resource Recovery operations. The incumbent operates with a primary focus on zero waste initiatives and the roll-out of a campus-wide compost collection program and is expected to follow oral and written instructions and safely and courteously complete work assignments. Acting in conjunction with the Resource Recovery Superintendent, the Zero Waste Technician logs materials collected and performs computer data entry as required. This incumbent works both with or without the assistance of other staff and acts as field lead providing instruction to student staff. The Zero Waste Technician also helps educate the campus community on various campus resource recovery procedures, with the main focus on achieving zero waste goals. Additionally, the incumbent assists with planning and staging for zero-waste events and takes the lead on specialized compost collection programs. Three times per year in June, September, and October campus events may require the incumbent to work overtime to support campus-wide events such as commencement, move-out, and move-in activities.APPOINTMENT INFORMATIONBudgeted Salary: $29.96 - $31.15/hour. Salary commensurate with skills, qualifications and experience.Under California law, the University of California, Santa Cruz is required to post a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. The salary shown above is the budgeted amount the University reasonably expects to pay and the salary extended should not exceed this posted amount.Benefits Level Eligibility: Full benefitsSchedule Information:Full-time, FixedPercentage of Time: 100%, 40 Hours per WeekDays of the Week: Mon-FriShift Includes: DayEmployee Classification: Career appointment Job End Date: NoneWork Location: UC Santa Cruz Main CampusUnion Representation: SX, Service UnitJob Code Classification: AUTO EQUIP OPR SR (008486)Travel: Up to 75% of the timeJOB DUTIES30% - Resource Recovery Collection Route DriverPhysically move waste collection bins from various campus sites for collection by safely driving and operating University-owned vehicles both passenger vehicles and box trucks with lift gates.Perform required daily inspection of vehicles.Load and unload vehicles and sort materials as needed using proper safety procedures.Inspect materials for waste contaminants and remove them as needed to maintain the quality of recycled materials.Weigh all waste streams on truck scales and record weights.Maintain University-owned collection containers by keeping them clean and replacing or adding additional containers when needed.Maintain smart' collection bins by performing required preventative maintenance.Maintain consistent signage on bins and at points of collection.Deliver containers to locations on campus.Deliver collected materials to their appropriate drop-off sites on or off campus.Keep areas around collection containers clean and safe.Bins range in size from a 2-gallon bucket to a 64-gallon rolling cart. Materials collected include mixed recycling containers, compost, styrofoam, batteries, film plastic, wood, and food scraps. 30% - Student Staff SupervisionWork with and assist in assigning tasks to student staff.Train new students and temporary staff members, describing and demonstrating safe collection procedures and the most efficient ways to accomplish resource recovery tasks.Communicate general information on recycling commodities materials and quality control.Oversee and participate in waste characterization studies.25% - Education & Outreach and Event Planning & SupportAssist with customer-requested special event preparation which can include set up, clean-up, and education.Collaborate with Office of Sustainability and Grounds Resource Recovery staff to develop written and verbal educational content for waste system customers to help meet the University's zero waste goals.Provide waste educational materials and explanations to a variety of campus parties when contamination is found in their respective waste infrastructure. Participate in and support operations for campus-wide annual events such as move-in, move-out, and commencement.10% - RecordkeepingPrepare daily tally sheets by location of material collected, including material type and weight per stop, and other information as required.Recording daily the time worked by job, area, and work order.Collect waste-related metrics.Gather information about the different materials in containers, including separation, contamination rates, volume estimation, weighing, and recording results.5% - Grounds Services AssistantAssist Grounds Services in various tasks including landscape maintenance and construction duties, refuse and equipment operation, and general assistance in grounds maintenance activities. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSAbility to follow oral and written instructions specified in English.Demonstrated ability to operate and care for equipment and vehicles and report problems.Experience with computer use for data entry using spreadsheets, drawing applications, electronic record keeping, and email correspondence.Ability to work effectively with campus personnel, the campus community, and the general public regarding grounds requests and questions.Ability to implement a customer service approach, with a commitment to high ethical standards.Ability to take initiative, organize, and perform work in various situations where numerous and diverse demands are involved.Ability to communicate effectively and work harmoniously with a diverse group of individuals at all levels of the organization directly or indirectly involved with tasks and work assignments.Ability to accommodate changing priorities and complete tasks despite intermittent interruptions.Ability to be part of a team and foster teamwork by maintaining a cooperative atmosphere and effective working relationships with a diverse population from various cultural backgrounds.Ability to operationalize and incorporate the concepts of sustainability into daily work efforts.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSExperience operating cargo trucks or delivery vehicles with lift gates and diagnose equipment operational problems.Familiarity with local and regional recycling and waste diversion programs.Ability to provide training and oversight of student employee maintenance assistants.Forklift experience or ability to become a licensed forklift operator within 6 months from date of hire.SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENTSelected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment criminal history background check.Must possess a valid license to drive in the state of California.Interviewees will be required to provide a current DMV record.Ability to work in conditions of variable temperature/weather with possible exposure to strong, unpleasant odors, high levels of noise and vibrations, and exposure to dust and allergens.Ability to safely perform the physical requirements necessary to move light to moderate objects up to 60 lbs., with or without accommodation.Ability to safely move materials weighing up to 150 lbs., using sound judgment to determine when assistance from others or the use of moving equipment is required, with or without accommodation. Ability to bend, stoop, and perform duties requiring physical agility. Ability to accurately complete required logs and records for reporting purposes in a timely fashion.Ability to occasionally work overtime with little or no advance notice.Ability to work overtime including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays to meet operational needs, and work an alternate work schedule shift as required.The University of California has implemented a Vaccination Policy covering all employees. Employees, including new hires, are required to comply with any applicable policies relating to the University of California vaccine program.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.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.EEO/AAThe 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.For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination
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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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