Sanitation Superintendent

Job Description

The Sanitation Superintendent directs the employees and operations of the Sanitation Department to ensure the collection of refuse in a timely and safe manner.

This is a management position in the Public Works Department to administer and supervise daily and long-range operations, maintenance, and employees in the collection of residential, commercial, and industrial solid waste and the recycling program. The position assists in budget development and management, grant administration, developing and implementing strategies, policies and systems, customer contact and employee supervision.

The job supervises department staff through subordinate supervisors. The job report to the Deputy Public Works Director.

The job requires the ability to maintain a collaborative and cooperative working relationship with elected and appointed officials, other City employees, other organizations, and the general public.

The work environment is an office, shop, and public street environment that may include exposure to adverse weather conditions, traffic hazards, and moving vehicles. The noise level is generally moderate but with occasional exposure to noisy and/or loud equipment.

The job is an on-call position, responding to emergency situations.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Directs the daily and long-range operations and maintenance of the Sanitation Department, ensuring the timely and safe collection of the City’s residential, commercial, and industrial solid waste.
• Directs short- and long-range planning. Researches and makes recommendations on rate changes. Sets Department operating and safety policies and procedures.
• Manages the Department’s budget including creating, revising, and implementing an annual budget. Writes and administers grant funding. Maintains work orders, maintenance, and inspection logs and records. Prepares periodic reports, as requested.
• Directs the operation of the Department data processing and technology functions.
• Directs the maintenance of all equipment in the Department inventory. Assesses need for new equipment and supervises writing specifications, bidding, purchasing.
• Hires, evaluates, and disciplines employees, including termination, as needed. Supervises the scheduling, assignment, and training of employees.
• Serves as Department liaison to other City agencies, regulatory agencies, private contractors and vendors, community organizations, and the general public.
• Responds to and resolves customer inquiries, suggestions and complaints. Performs injury and accident investigations, documenting incidents and working with City Attorney’s office.
• Reviews and makes recommendations on capital improvement projects and their impacts on street operations. Researches, writes, opens, reviews, and recommends awarding public works bids.
• Acts as consultant and liaison to other City departments, staff, officials, and committees as well as community agencies and groups.
• Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures, and safety practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.
  
  

Acceptable Experience, Training, Licenses

• High school diploma or GED required;
• Bachelor’s degree in public administration or a related field is preferred;
• Idaho driver’s license required;
• Class B CDL preferred;
• Five (5) years’ experience in a related field with three (3) years supervisory experience is preferred.
  
  

An equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities to successfully perform the essential functions of the position may be considered.

Classification Requirements

The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required for an individual to satisfactorily perform each essential duty satisfactorily and be successful in the position.

Knowledge Of

• Methods, techniques, and objectives of the operations of a City sanitation department and its commercial, industrial, and residential refuse collection and recycling programs;
• Methods, techniques, and objectives of the operation and maintenance of all equipment in Department inventory;
• Current technology for the collection, disposal, and recycling of solid waste;
• Employee hiring, scheduling, supervision, training, evaluation, and disciplinary methods and techniques;
• Federal, state, and City safety, environmental, health, and other applicable statutes, regulations and codes governing the collection and disposal of solid waste;
• Municipal budgeting methods, techniques, and objectives; including formulating and implementation.
• Asset Management Software;
• Preparation and maintenance of documents, records, and logs;
• Public information and education methods, techniques, and objectives;
• Federal regulations and City policies regarding safe work practices relating to use of equipment, power tools, and hand tools;
• Operation of a personal computer and job-related software applications.
  
  

Skill And Ability To

• Direct the long- and short-range planning and operations of the Sanitation Department;
• Hire, train, schedule, evaluate, and discipline employees, including termination;
• Supervise the maintenance, repair, and acquisition of new trucks and equipment;
• Manage the Department’s budget; including creating, implementing, and monitoring spending.
• Implement operating and safety policies and procedures;
• Ensure Department operations are in compliance with federal, state, and City health, safety, and environmental statutes and regulations;
• Create and maintain records, logs, and documents and prepare and present reports;
• Conduct an investigation into and document accidents and injury incidents;
• Work independently and exercise initiative, with general guidance and supervision;
• Operate all equipment in the Department inventory;
• Operate standard office equipment and a personal computer including job-related software and applications;
• Operate a two-way radio;
• Operate hand tools, power tools and equipment;
• Maintain a professional demeanor at all times;
• Communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance;
• Complete assignments in a timely fashion; understand and comply with all rules, policies and regulations;
• Perform all duties in accordance with City policies and procedures with regard for personal safety and that of other employees and the public.
  
  

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, use hands to handle materials or manipulate tools, and reach with hands and arms; keyboard; and operate a motor vehicle or job-related equipment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with assistance. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with the public is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits

The City of Pocatello offers a generous benefits package to full-time employees:

• Medical
• Prescription
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• PERSI Retirement
• PERSI Choice 401(k)
• 457 Retirement Planning
• HRA VEBA Contributions
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Medical
• Dependent Care
• Vacation Time
• Sick Time
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Education Assistance
• Employee Wellness Program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
  
  

Company Description

Nestled in the foothills of the majestic Rocky Mountains, Pocatello offers a perfect blend of work and play. With a semi-arid climate, you can experience the best of all four seasons, from hiking and skiing to fishing and camping. Plus, you're just a short drive away from Yellowstone National Park, Grand Teton National Park, Lava Hot Springs, and other must-visit destinations.

All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.