Solid Waste Technician

Under general supervision, maintains and repairs all solid waste transfer station buildings, perimeter fences, gates and landscaping and roll-off containers; fills in as a transfer station attendant as needed.

• High School diploma or GED equivalent and three (3) years facilities maintenance experience.
• Valid State of New Mexico Driver's license or able to obtain within six (6) months of employment.
• Valid Refrigerant Recovery Certification or equivalent certification of HVAC or MVAC Technician Certification; or be able to obtain within six (6) months of employment.

• Work is performed primarily in an outdoor environment; may be required to lift and carry items more than 50 pounds.

• May be exposed to dangerous machinery, potential physical harm, fumes and airborne particles and extreme weather conditions. Noise level is usually loud.
• Work schedule for this position may include working on religious holidays.
• Utilize, process, and navigate the County’s electronic ERP system as necessary and appropriate based on the needs and requirements of this position.

The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks.

• Maintains and repairs the compactors and containers at the transfer stations; replaces compactor unit pads; repairs and replaces containers, rollers, wires and winches.
• Steam-cleans the station hoppers; repaints as necessary.
• Maintains and repairs the fences and gates; replaces panels that have been damaged; repairs hinges and latches; ensures fences and gates provide security for the facility.
• Maintains and repairs the facilities and buildings at the transfer stations; performs general preventive maintenance; paints spaces as needed; installs shelves and doors.
• Prepares concrete forms as required; mixes and pours concrete for projects; finishes concrete.
• Maintains the grounds around the transfer stations; maintains and upgrades the landscaping; plants trees, flowers, and shrubs; maintains weed control at the transfer stations.
• Handle recovery efforts of refrigerants from refrigerators that are disposed of at the Transfer Stations, this includes removal and proper disposal.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.