Materials Recovery Facility Sorter

WHAT YOULL DO:

• Perform sorting of residential and commercial recyclable reusable and non-recyclable materials at a high pace from incoming waste streams for the majority of the work shift.

• Segregates recoverable materials (e.g. aluminum plastic glass paper etc.) from incoming waste green waste and or recyclable material by hand from material piled on the tipping floor or by hand on a moving conveyor.

• Safely and efficiently place recoverable materials into identified containers and ensure all separated materials are sorted into the appropriate piles or bins.

• Assist customers with unloading vehicles in the self-haul area.

• Follow the appropriate standard operating procedures (SOPs) as guidelines for the daily operation

• Report any worker-public safety factors and/or equipment malfunctions

• Attend weekly/monthly safety/operation meeting

• Assist other sorters on an as-needed basis with heavy or bulky items.

• Follow all City safety policies and procedures including wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times and stopping the conveyor belt in emergency situations.

• Inspect incoming loads for unacceptable waste; remove unacceptable items as required and arrange for handling through appropriate processes or by notifying appropriate staff.

• Communicate with equipment operators regarding incoming loads of special waste or other loads that require special attention.

• Maintain a clean workstation and area.

• Empties and cleans waste or material receptacles.

• Demonstrates a full understanding of applicable policies procedures and work methods associated with assigned duties.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED / SUPERVISION RECEIVED:Receives close supervision and specific direction regarding assignments and deadlines.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:This classification is distinguished from the Maintenance Technician in that it performs basic maintenance and operations tasks including cleaning and/or sorting of recycled materials.

WORK SCHEDULE:The standard work week follows a 4/10 schedule consisting of four days between Monday and Saturday with working hours from 5:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This position may be required to work additional hours in response to workload peaks and changes in department needs. The work schedule is subject to change based on operational needs. This position is governed by the overtime provisions of the federal Fair Labor Standards Act and is eligible for overtime pay.

(This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the Department.)

• Performs basic maintenance and operations tasks which may include: cleaning dusting sanitizing maintaining cleanliness of floor finishes fixtures windows and other surfaces opening/securing of building entries emptying trash and recycle materials setup/take down of equipment and/or unloading sorting and separating materials.

• Maintains activity logs; monitors safety of working and facility conditions; reports maintenance damage or safety issues; and adheres to safe work practices.

• Monitors supply needs and initiates requests/orders to replenish required items.

• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

POSITION SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES MIGHT INCLUDE:

Positions assigned to recycling services may be responsible for:

Sorting and separating recoverable materials from incoming waste;

Assisting customers with unloading vehicles;

Assisting other sorters with heavy or bulky items.

The following are the minimum qualifications necessary for the entry into the classification:

EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma or GED

EXPERIENCE:

• One (1) year of maintenance experience

LICENSING/CERTIFICATIONS:

Depending on assignment some positions may require:

• Valid California Class C Drivers License with a satisfactory driving record.

• Must be able to effectively communicate in English both orally and in writing.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Submit NEOGOV/Government Jobs on-line application.

Complete and submit responses to the supplemental questions if required.

Upload resume cover letter proof of degree (transcript) or other requested documents.

Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the online application and include the information only on the resume. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state see my resume or see my personnel file are considered incomplete and will not be accepted. Cover letters and/or optional resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application.

The list of qualified candidates established from this recruitment may be used to fill other full-time part-time and temporary assignments.There is currently one (1) full-time vacancy within the Environmental Resources Division of the Public Works Department.

Selected candidate(s) must pass a thorough background investigation.

UNION MEMBERSHIP:Positions in this classification are represented by International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE).

NOTE:For most positions the City of Oxnard relies on office automation (Microsoft Office/Google) and web-based enabled tools therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work.

Regular and reliable attendance effective communication skills and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all positions.

Employees are required to participate in the Citys direct deposit plan and are paid on a bi-weekly basis.

This position requires a 12 month probationary period.

Pursuant to California Government Code Section 3100 all public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:The City of Oxnard is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex national origin age marital status medical condition disability or sexual orientation.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:The City of Oxnard makes reasonable accommodation for individuals/people with disabilities. If you believe you require special arrangements to participate in the testing process you must inform the Human Resources Department in writing no later than the filing date. Applicants who request such accommodation must document their request with an explanation of the type and extent of accommodation required.

LEGAL REQUIREMENT:On the first day of employment new employees must provide proof of citizenship or documentation of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 as amended. The City participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify please contact DHS. you have any questions regarding this recruitment please contact Annette Adams at

NOTE:The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.