Household Hazardous Waste Technician

About the Role

St. Johns County Solid Waste Division oversees effective solid waste operations throughout the County, including weekly curbside collections of residential waste for nearly 120,000 residences (household garbage, recycling, and yard waste), as well as oversight of commercial/industrial solid waste and construction & demolition debris collections. The division manages waste and recyclable materials as resources for the future benefit of the community, focusing on efficient, effective, and environmentally conscientious programs and services.

The newly selected Household Hazardous Waste Technician will be responsible for the proper storage and separation of hazardous items. The ideal candidate must possess St. Johns County’s core values of Dedication, Openness, Adaptability, Visionary, Fiscal Responsibility, Integrity, and Humility.

Responsibilities

• Collects household hazardous waste from the drop-off center; documents and ensures the proper transporting of materials to the Tillman Ridge facility.
• Identifies, labels, and stores residential hazardous waste; assists in arranging materials for pickup by a certified licensed hazardous waste processing firm.
• Assists at community collections events to ensure all household hazardous wastes are handled and transported to the Tillman Ridge facility.
• Maintains proper certifications for handling, storing, and disposing of household hazardous wastes.
• Maintains data records and reports required by local, state, and federal agencies.
• Answers questions and concerns from the general public, officials, and county personnel regarding household hazardous wastes.
• Ensures that contract specifications for handling and processing household hazardous waste are met.
• Inspects local Small Quantity Generators (SQG) to assure that regulatory requirements are in compliance and prepares FDEP reports documenting compliance.
• Assists in random local checks at the transfer station as required by the FDEP; follows up on any contaminated loads and prepares appropriate reports for submission to proper agencies.
• Maintains a full-time presence on the job.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent recognized certification.
• A minimum of six (6) years of related experience in solid waste operations, environmental services, or hazardous materials handling.
• An Associate’s degree in environmental science, public administration, or a related field may substitute for two (2) years of experience.
• A Bachelor’s degree in a related field may substitute four (4) years of the required experience.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain the following certifications: Initial Transfer Station Operator (FDEP), MRF Spotter (FDEP), and Hazardous Waste Operator (OSHA).
• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and all endorsements necessary to legally operate vehicles used while assigned to this position.
• Must possess good interpersonal and communication skills in order to serve others.
• Must be able to comprehend, speak, and write the English language.
• Must be able to operate a computer.

Skills

• Knowledge of household hazardous waste collection, handling, and disposal requirements.
• Knowledge of relevant county, state, and federal ordinances, laws, and regulations.
• Knowledge of program policies and procedures.
• Skill in the analysis of problems and the development and implementation of solutions.
• Skill in the preparation of clear and precise administrative reports.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

Pay

Salary Range: $47,320.00 - $63,190.40

Compensation Grade: BCC PG14

Department: Solid Waste

Location: 2750 Industry Center Road, St. Augustine, FL 32084