Salary: $19.67 HourlyLocation : Visalia, CAJob Type: Extra HelpJob Number: EH-039102-25Department: Solid WasteOpening Date: 09/07/2024Closing Date: 9/16/2024 8:00 PM PacificCurrent vacancy is with the Solid Waste Department and is located at the Visalia Landfill site. Applications will be reviewed by Tulare County Human Resources & Development. As extra help positions become available, County departments with the job openings select the most qualified and appropriate applicant for the position available. The number of hours and duration of employment varies by each assignment. Extra help employees may work in a variety of County departments in locations throughout the geographic county area. Extra help employees may not work more than 1,559 hours in any fiscal year from July to June. An extra help employee who mistakenly works in excess of 1,559 hours in a fiscal year does not become a probationary or regular employee.Applications will be active for six months. If you are hired for extra help and you complete a work assignment and then if you wish to be employed again, you must resubmit an Extra Help application online.There are no benefits associated with extra help positions. Typical Duties Determine disposal charges based on materials, weight, volume and type of vehicle; measure vehicles and calculate volume and load amounts; weigh loads using a digital electronic scale; collect fees, issue receipts and balance daily cash; prepare, process, review and make daily deposits; maintain vehicle logs and fee records; explain fee rates and dump rules, and direct users to appropriate refuse sites; inspect or reject refuse materials; respond to questions and/or complaints or refer to the proper authority; enforce site regulations; prepare simple reports. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience Requirements: Equivalent to completion of twelfth grade AND one year work experience involving the collection of money and dealing with the public.Knowledge of : Basic math sufficient to compute volume and fees accurately; security precautions pertaining to collection of money. Skill/Ability to: Work and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles and behaviors of both clients and co-workers; operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment; read, understand and follow rules and instructions; keep simple legible records; deal with the public in a friendly and courteous manner when giving information, directions and collecting fees.Additional Requirements: Must be available to work varied shifts and weekends. Must work at a landfill site with environmental conditions including dust and fumes. Position requires use of employee vehicle for daily deposit of collected monies and fees (mileage reimbursement will be paid). Desirable Employment Standards: Knowledge of County dumpling rules; ability to calculate measurements regarding volume and depth in order to charge the correct fees. Additional Information Conditions of EmploymentCandidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions. An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions. Some job classes may also require a physical exam. College Cost Reduction Access ActThis may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan servicer or visit: EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERNone Assigned.01
The following questions measure necessary employment standards for this position. You must respond to all of these questions to be considered for this position.Describe your knowledge of basic math and how you have applied it. 02 Describe your experience dealing with the public, particularly in responding to complaints and resolving customer problems. 03 Describe your knowledge of safe work practices and include any safety issue (s) you have identified and what actions were taken to correct the issue (s). 04 Describe your experience using computers, include the types of software you have used and why. Please include any bookkeeping software or spreadsheet experience. 05 Describe your knowledge and experience with cashiering including handling cash, issuing receipts, making change and handling bank deposits. Include what security precautions you would or have used in safeguarding money. 06 Describe your knowledge and experience with using measuring devices such as scales, calculators and measuring tapes. 07 The position requires individuals to work in a fee booth, around garbage fumes and dust, for long hours and on their feet most of the day. Are you willing to work under these types of conditions?
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The following question measures desirable employment standards. It is not necessary to answer this question to apply for this position; however, those that do may be considered more qualified and may be given first consideration.Please describe in detail your knowledge of or experience with solid waste operations including landfill maintenance, recycling programs or waste collection activities. 09 Describe your experience in identifying hazardous materials, including if any, actions taken to resolve or assist in resolving any problem that may have existed. Required Question