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Landfill Project Manager Job opening - Merced County Association of Governments state California ( Job openings )
Merced County Association of Governments , state California
( By Press Release office )
2022-05-12T00:00 - 2022-06-11T00:00 | 19 | 2
DEFINITION:
Under the direction of the RWA Director, perform various duties in the management and coordination of landfill projects; ensure gas collection system, water systems and other technical facilities are operational at assigned landfill sites; perform surveying, inspection and quality control duties related to landfill projects; train, supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Perform various duties in the management and coordination of landfill projects; perform site management of landfill gas collection and control systems; track landfill operations efficiency and productivity levels using assigned software and equipment such as Autodesk Civil3D, mapping and modeling applications, Trimble R10 GPS system and UAV surveying.
Oversee the proper operation of various technical and mechanical facilities on site as assigned including the weather station and automated tire wash; manage the operation of electrical, hydraulic, Audio/Visual (A/V) and other technical systems at assigned sites; oversee camera surveillance system accordingly and retrieve videos and pictures as needed.
Oversee gas collection operations according to established procedures; construct, monitor, repair and modify gas collection system according to established procedures; monitor work performed on gas collection system by contractors.
Perform various surveying, inspection and quality control duties; oversee and provide work direction to inspectors and survey crews on contract work.
Develop and evaluate projects, plans and specifications in compliance with applicable rules, laws, policies and procedures; prioritize, organize and manage contracted scope of work.
Develop and prepare the annual preliminary budget; analyze and review budgetary and financial data; control and authorize expenditures in accordance with established limitations; provide budgetary input.
Perform engineering duties at assigned landfill sites; solve minor engineering problems and generate proposed designs to provide to consultants for the development of construction plans.
Communicate with various personnel, outside agencies, consultants and contractors to exchange information, coordinate activities and resolve issues or concerns; serve as primary contact for various landfill-related projects, after-hours systems failures and on-call issues.
Perform duties in the procurement and delivery of materials, equipment and supplies for landfill-related projects and obtain quotes for related materials.
Monitor field operations efficiency including waste density, soil usage and effective density; assist with generating fill sequences and cell dimensions.
Provide training to and supervise the performance of assigned staff; manage project sub-contractors.
Perform advanced mathematical calculations as appropriate for the assigned engineering task.
Deliver oral presentations to the Board of Supervisors and other groups as necessary; draft exhibits for use by personnel, consultants and other agencies utilizing assigned software.
Direct the preparation and maintenance of a variety of narrative and statistical reports, records and files related to assigned activities;
Operate a variety of equipment including a computer and assigned software
including Autodesk Civil3D; utilize various landfill-related equipment including hand and power tools; ensure proper operation of automatic entrance gate and schedule maintenance as needed; drive a vehicle to conduct work.
Maintain current knowledge of changes or developments related to assigned field and activities; understand current engineering and geologic principles for surface remediation.
OTHER DUTIES:
Perform related duties as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience
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Any combination equivalent to: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field and four (4) years of increasingly responsible engineering experience involving responsibility for planning and coordinating the implementation of a variety of engineering and public works projects. Surveying experience is desired but not required.
Licenses and other Requirements:
Valid California Class C driver’s license.
Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of Civil Engineering, design and construction of projects or geology relating to Environmental Health.
Methods and equipment used in engineering construction and surveying.
Strength, properties and uses of engineering construction materials and testing methods.
Principles and techniques of program budgeting and monitoring.
Advanced surveying practices, techniques and applications.
Requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act and California Environmental Act.
Principles and practices of supervision and training.
Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures.
Operation of standard office equipment including a computer and assigned software including Autodesk Civil3D and UAV surveying, mapping & modeling applications.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Health and safety regulations and procedures.
Technical aspects of field of specialty.
Record-keeping and report preparation techniques.
Oral and written communication skills.
Proper lifting techniques.
Advanced mathematical calculations.
Ability to:
Plan, organize and direct the work of professional and sub-professional personnel and consultants.
Administer the construction of large landfill-related projects.
Analyze situations and adopt an effective course of action.
Evaluate, review and comment on the civil engineering and geological information for the evaluation and remediation of hazardous waste sites.
Interpret hydrological data.
Conduct difficult investigations and inspections; resolve environmental health problems accordingly.
Train and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel.
Monitor and evaluate effectiveness of landfill project operations and activities.
Interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Estimate equipment and supply needs and initiate requisitions.
Observe health and safety regulations.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Operate standard office equipment including a computer and assigned software.
Maintain records and prepare reports.
Meet schedules and timelines.
Plan and organize work.
Work independently with little direction.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work Environment:
Indoor/Outdoor/Landfill environment.
Evening or variable hours.
Seasonal heat and cold or adverse weather conditions.
Exposure to fumes, dust, odors and oil/grease.
Driving a vehicle to conduct work.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate assigned equipment.
Hearing and speaking to exchange information.
Seeing to read a variety of materials and operate a vehicle.
Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling heavy objects as assigned by the position.
Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally.
Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching.
Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
Climbing ladders.
Hazards:
Working at heights.
Working around and with machinery having moving parts.
Hazardous chemicals and materials.
Extreme weather conditions.
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed.
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