Location: Caldwell, ID
Company: Canyon County
Classification Summary The primary function of an employee in this class is to provide customer service to the public and screen loads to be dumped for foreign objects, toxic, and hazardous materials according to landfill rules and regulations. The secondary function of an employee in this class is to operate heavy equipment and perform skilled maintenance at the County landfill.
The employee may be assigned to specific areas or be given specific maintenance assignments. The position is under the direct supervision of the lead heavy equipment operator. The principal duties of this position are in an outdoor environment with exposure to adverse weather conditions, landfill hazards, and
odors. Examples of Work (Illustrative Only) Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Hazardous Waste Screener) Greets the public and commercial customers, directing them to proper dumping locations with safety in mind; Inspects loads for hazardous materials and separates hazards according to landfill rules and regulations; Separates and removes foreign objects (i.
e. batteries, refrigerators, compressors, propane tanks, tires, air conditioners, and other designated items) from loads to be dumped according to landfill rules and regulations; Separates, removes, and disposes of hazardous liquids (i. e. gas, oil, paints, anti-freeze, and other designated items) according to landfill rules and
regulations; Checks metal cylinders for explosive gases and soil loads for contaminants as required by landfill rules and regulations; Monitors customer activities for compliance to rules and regulations of the landfill and customer safety; Monitors burn barrels; Witnesses burial of specialized loads from sheriff and police departments; Cleans up oil disposal areas as necessary; Relieves equipment operators as authorized and needed; Assists customers with resolution of complaints, misunderstandings and problems referring to landfill rules and regulations; Records and notifies scale house of rejected loads; Refers customers to supervisory personnel when necessary; Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with County and Department policies, procedures and safety practices.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Heavy Equipment Operator) Work cooperatively and constructively with fellow workers and members of the public to provide public service of the highest quality and quantity; Performs scheduled and assigned maintenance at County landfill under the direction of qualified staff; Operates and trains on heavy equipment including, the loader, backhoe, compactor, scraper, sand truck with plow, transfer truck and water trucks according to landfill rules and regulations and under the supervision of the lead heavy equipment operator and the landfill supervisor; Buries and compacts waste and waters roads; Performs landfill perimeter maintenance and building repair; Ability to receive training in basic welding; Provides customer service including giving directions, answering questions, and providing explanations; Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with County and Department policies, procedures, and safety practices.
Other Duties and Responsibilities Assists in extinguishing barrel and landfill fires; Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of: County landfill rules and regulations; Hazardous waste rules and regulations; Safety practices and procedures related to landfill operations; Customer service practices and procedures; Methods, materials, procedures, and standard practices of safe heavy equipment operation in a landfill environment, and related duties; Heavy equipment operation and basic maintenance; Emergency procedures and practices related to landfill environment; Equipment and tool operation and maintenance practices; Federal (OSHA) and state regulations and County policies regarding safe work practices relating to use of hand and power tools, slopes, heavy equipment and landfill operations.
Ability to: Work cooperatively and constructively with fellow workers and members of the public to provide public service of the highest quality and quantity; Follow written and oral instructions; Operate and receive training on a variety of landfill equipment and a two-way radio Discern hazardous materials and foreign objects according to rules and regulations of the landfill; Perform multiple tasks simultaneously, including handling interruptions, and return to and complete tasks in a timely manner; Perform basic maintenance and repair on heavy equipment; Acceptable Experience and Training High school diploma or GED equivalency is preferred, with specialized training in hazardous materials, chemical handling, and first aid preferred; and One (1) year experience in customer service is preferred; or Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.
Special Qualifications Idaho driver’s license; Must successfully complete a background investigation; Ability to obtain a class B CDL with a tanker endorsement within 6 months of employment.
Essential Physical Abilities Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to discern verbal instructions and to communicate effectively with the public in person; Sufficient visual acuity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to comprehend written work instructions, and inspect, separate, and recognize hazardous materials and foreign objects; Sufficient manual dexterity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to separate foreign objects, handle hazardous materials, and operate landfill equipment; Sufficient personal mobility, flexibility, strength, stamina, agility, and balance, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to lift/move up to 50 pounds, stand and walk for long periods of time, and work in outdoor weather conditions in a landfill environment.
Canyon County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions related to recruitment and selection are made without regard to race, color, religion, interaction, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
coal, aggregate, cement, and other bulk materials industries throughout the world.
TNT is part of the Cementation America's group an underground mine contracting and engineering company. TNT along with Cementation is focused upon safety and the relationships we build with clients and employees, seeking to make them long-term.
Our ability to design and construct world-class projects requires the right mix of individuals and skills. Our successes are delivered based on the strengths of our employees. We are currently seeking an experienced Estimator. In an attempt to recruit the highest quality people to join our team and demonstrate the value we place in our employees, we offer
extremely competitive compensation, bonus, and benefits packages, which are among the best in the industry. Overview The Estimator works closely with the Business Development, Engineering, and Operations teams to respond to Client tender requests.
Will determine the requirements to accomplish the work involved in the preparation of cost estimates and proposals, including review of tender documents and utilization of available resources. Be able to prepare proposals for competitive equipment bids and/or engineering studies at the scoping, pre-feasibility, and feasibility levels from the receipt of a client request or associated site visit up to and including final proposal submission.
Will lead the estimating process for a particular proposal and will be expected to schedule the work, prepare the estimates using estimating software, develop and write proposal documents in a technically competent manner, and deliver the final proposal on time.
Duties Analyze request for tender drawings, designs, specifications, and documentation to prepare schedules, cost estimates and bid documents. Apply labor, equipment and material requirements and costs to each estimate. Recommend vendors and subcontractors to be selected. Obtain vendor quotations and consult with vendors and engineering specialists to discuss and formulate estimates. Interface with other individuals in the organization to obtain, review and support the commitments required for the cost estimates.
Ensure historical data obtained from project records is stored in a centralized estimating database. Provide improvement recommendations to cost estimating procedures to reduce future discrepancies between estimated and actual costs. Prepare all tenders in accordance with the company bidding processes and procedures. Assist the proposal coordinator in meeting the deliverable requirements of all tender submissions including writing cover/lead letters, methods statements, exceptions and clarifications and other documents for the proposal.
Prepare back-up estimates and store originals and copies as per company procedures. Assist and support project management to ensure continuity between the tender and project execution. Be prepared to travel for site visits and inspections and to work in branch or joint venture partner offices. Travel may include international assignments. Travel period may range from one day to several weeks. A valid passport is required to be always maintained. Be able to make presentations to owners and clients on proposals completed for submission. Conduct risk reviews and checking duties in a manner that is responsive to corporate needs to ensure accuracy.
Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Education: Bachelor's Degree in applicable field Experience: 5-10 years' experience in estimating in the materials handling or mining project fields Advance knowledge of estimating software, productivity software including Microsoft Excel, Word, and Power Point Preferred experience with Microsoft project, Primavera P6 and Auto CAD Preferred ability to communicate in Spanish. Supporting the Diverse and Inclusive Workforce At Cementation Americas & TNT, we believe in diversity and inclusion.
We recognize the benefits of a diverse and inclusive workforce, and we strive to provide a work environment that is respectful of all employees. One of our core values as a company is to give employees every opportunity to succeed, which starts with treating everyone with dignity and respect and valuing each employee's unique contribution. We encourage applications from people from diverse backgrounds and job candidates will be evaluated on a non-discriminatory basis. In addition to professional development training, all employees receive diversity and inclusion training.
As a team, we will continue to grow and learn together. We offer a competitive compensation package for our employees, including a generous group benefits plan, and we are committed to providing training and development for all employees. Cementation & TNT is an equal opportunity employer.
