Waste Reduction Supervisor Position Available In Clarke, Georgia

Posting Details
Posting Details Posting Number S13353P
Working Title Waste Reduction Supervisor
Department FMD-Svcs-Waste Reduction
About the University of Georgia Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine. About the College/Unit/Department The University of Georgia Facilities Management Division is the largest of seven (7) divisions reporting to the Vice President for Finance and Administration. The exceptional staff of over 900 personnel within the division manage, operate and maintain campus landscapes, buildings and infrastructure to promote the long-term sustainability of the University. College/Unit/Department website fmd.uga.edu
Posting Type External
Retirement Plan TRS
Employment Type Employee
Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time Full Time
Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information Rotation of schedule, Mon-Fri, Tues-Sat, to be determined by Manager and co-supervisors. 5:30AM-2:00PM.
On-call rotation in emergencies and inclement weather
Essential worker Advertised Salary $51,000 or commensurate with experience
Posting Date 04/08/2025
Open until filled Yes
Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 05/26/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area
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Position Information Classification Title Service/Maintenance Supervisor
FLSA Non-Exempt
FTE 1.00
Minimum Qualifications Requires are least a high school diploma or equivalent. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications. Preferred Qualifications Basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance and repairs
Experience working around sanitation / waste disposal
Experience working with automotive fluids, parts, inventory and purchasing Position Summary This position reports to the Waste Reduction Services Manager. This position is responsible for supervising UGA Waste Reduction Services personnel, collections operations and vehicles, including but not limited to those requiring a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), such as front-end loaders, hook lift trucks, cable hoist trucks, rear packers, pickup truck and trailer, and a variety of large vehicles and/or heavy equipment. This position facilitates the collection, transport, management, and delivery of materials including solid waste, recyclables, organics, and infrastructure necessary to perform these duties. This position establishes and oversees the preparation of records, equipment servicing and preventative maintenance operations. Supervises skilled, semi-skilled and unskilled workers and performs related work as required. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Supervisory Experience
• Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Class B or higher
• Knowledge and understanding of each vehicle type in the Waste Reduction Services Fleet, including cable and/or hook Roll-Off trucks, Front End Loaders (FEL), Rear Loaders (REL), and pull-behind trailers.
• General understanding and experience justifying and ordering materials for an operational unit, including but not limited to vehicles, mechanical supplies, automotive fluids, or receptacles/infrastructure. Inventory and organizational skills preferred.
• Good safety record and considerable knowledge of the hazards involved in equipment operation and the safety precautions necessary.
• Ability to type and be computer literate in the use of all Microsoft Office applications and quickly adaptable on all internal UGA computer systems.
• Ability to create and execute written and verbal instructions to employees.
• Prior related truck driving work experience.

Physical Demands Walk, stoop, bend, squat, lift, climb stairs, sit, and stand throughout an 8 hour shift.
Lift up to 75 lbs.
Exposure to potential workplace hazards such as sharp object or hazardous materials.
Sitting in potentially bumpy, vibrating and/or loud vehicles.
Drive large commercial vehicles on crowded campus setting Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes
Is this a Position of Trust? Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No
Does this position require a P-Card? No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes
Credit and P-Card policy Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website. Background Investigation Policy Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.
Duties/Responsibilities Duties/Responsibilities Supervise Daily and Ongoing Operations, including:
Supervise Waste Reduction Services personnel – hiring, firing, evaluations, and disciplinary action
Supervise daily operations and logistics related to collections vehicles and equipment.
Establish, assign, and enforce protocols and requirements such as safety procedures, human resources policies, and training.
Establish and oversees data and the preparation of records. Percentage of time 50
Duties/Responsibilities Operate and Maintain Assets, including:
Equipment servicing and preventative maintenance inspections
CDL and Non-CDL Collections Vehicles Dumpsters, Roll offs, Roll Carts, and other collections infrastructure, Compactors Percentage of time 25
Duties/Responsibilities Coordinates cross-departmental waste reduction operations, including:
Execution of support operations for seasonal events and activities such as sporting events, housing move-in/out, and project work.
Ongoing hard-to-recycle and specialty material collection
Vehicle maintenance in coordination with UGA Fleet Management Percentage of time 10
Duties/Responsibilities Support the Manager in budget development, reporting, and planning to ensure safe and continuous operations. Percentage of time 10
Duties/Responsibilities Perform other department related-duties as assigned. Percentage of time 5