Under close supervision, performs a wide variety of laborious tasks and light mechanical work for the Solid Waste Department of the Village of Ruidoso. Non-Exempt FLSA. Job Title Summary Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity of services. This position is responsible for the cleaning around the dumpsters and roadways. Picking up and hauling away trash or furniture items that are too big or too heavy to place in the dumpster. This position performs grounds maintenance around the Solid Waste building and Transfer Station. This position requires cleaning of vehicles and light mechanical work under the supervision of the Department Manager or the Mechanic Supervisor . Position involves competing demands, performing multiple tasks, working to deadlines, and responding to customer issues. Essential Job Functions Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity of services. Cleans and maintains vehicles, trucks, equipment, transfer station, solid waste buildings, grounds, dumpster area, and other areas as assigned. Works with hand tools such as shovels, picks, pressure washer, weed eater, lawn mower, brooms, mops, rakes, etc. Keeps work area clean. Performs labor type duties such as trash pickup, dumpster relief, special pickups, illegal dumps, weed eating, painting, etc. Cleans around dumpsters and right of way. Notifies Office Manager, Solid Waste Manager or Supervisor of violations of Village of Ruidoso ordinances as it pertains to Solid Waste. Attends safety training and other training classes as needed or directed. Reports dumpsters that need to be replaced to Office Manager and/or fills out proper paperwork. Light mechanical work such as, but not confined to changing tires, replacing lights, wiper blades or heavy cleaning of solid waste equipment. Other Responsibilities or Job Requirements Ensures that employees timesheets based on actual hours worked Ensures that employees timesheets are submitted accurately and timely Must have active and working phone at all times and answer it when Supervisor/co-worker calls Ensures that any on-the job injury is reported immediately and followed up with appropriate forms Ensures compliance with all Village of Ruidoso Policies and Procedures including but not limited to Personnel Manual, Procurement Policy etc Reports any suspected fraud and/or abuse to the Solid Waste Manager or Deputy Village Manager Ensures any reports of harassment are immediately reported and appropriate actions are taken. The above statements are not a complete list of all responsibilities and duties performed by employees in this job. As a condition of employment, employees are required to perform other related duties and special projects as assigned. High School Education or Equivalent required. One year manual labor, construction helper, or related experience required. Prefer six months solid waste experience Must be able to pass criminal history checks, be willing to take and pass a drug/alcohol test and comply with Village "Drug Free" Policy. Must possess and maintain valid New Mexico motor vehicle operator's permit of appropriate classification and endorsement as required. Must agree to maintain a satisfactory MVR and minimum requirement of insurability as required by law. MVR background checks will be conducted by the Village.

Knowledge of:

Solid waste equipment operation methods, techniques, safety practices, safety policies and practices for working in the public right-of-way; preventive vehicle maintenances.

Ability to:

Operate a pickup truck and a tommy lift; utilize hand tools such as rakes, shovels, steam cleaners, hoses, weed eaters; understand and follow directions, regulations, guidelines, and procedures orally and in writing; learn how to operate a backhoe, frontend loader, and other equipment as necessary on department property only; establish and maintain routine working relationships and interact respectfully with citizens, contractors, community service workers, and employees; be motivated and perform functions with minimal supervisor; perform basic reading and writing functions; perform physical labor. Maintain physical condition and stamina appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities which may include sitting, standing, or walking for extended periods of time, driving or riding in vehicles. Adapt to inclement weather conditions and/or situations. Drive, occasionally long distances Work in stressful environment and deal effectively with stress Work a fairly irregular schedule, long hours, weekends, and holidays Skill in: Communicating verbally, in writing, and by 2-way radio; safely using high pressure washer, hand tools, impact wrench, and other job-related equipment and tools. Closing Statements Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position. In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services. This job description is subject to change as the needs of the Village and Department change or the requirements of this position change.