Material Management Wkr

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Case Western Reserve University is committed to providing a transparent estimate of the salary for this position at the time of its posting. The starting wage rate is $16.50 per hour, depending on qualifications, experience, department budgets, and industry data.

Employees receive more than just a paycheck. University employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare, retirement plans, tuition assistance, paid time off, and a winter recess.

Job Description

POSITION OBJECTIVE

Drivers are responsible for servicing assigned route(s) with the collection and hauling of waste and

recycling materials to a disposal site or recycling plant. Commodities include landfill waste,

recyclable and compostable materials in addition to other identified discarded materials. Assist in

carrying out the university¿s goals regarding climate neutrality and sustainable operations through

waste and landfill reduction and increased recycling services.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Provide waste and/or recycling removal services to customers on assigned route(s) by emptying

trash/recycle receptacles into truck and hauling to off campus disposal site or warehouse

storage location. Replace trash/recycling receptacles neatly at the curb or designated storage

area. (70%)

2. Conduct pre/post trip inspections daily. Notify supervisor or designated team leader of any

university vehicle damage, collisions or injuries, as well as moving or parking violations. (9%)

3. Operate truck in a safe manner in compliance with all departmental policies as well as local,

state and federal motor vehicle driving regulations. Ensure that materials do not fall off truck; if

materials do fall off of truck, ensure that they are safely retrieved from roadways. (10%)

NONESSENTIAL FUNCITONS

1. Clean up waste spills and overflows. (1%)

2. Assist supervisor in implementing university material management procedures and climate

neutrality and sustainable operation goals. (1%)

3. Ensure that commodities do not become mixed during pick-up, transport and drop-off.

Remove other identified discarded materials from assigned locations. (1%)

4. When assigned remove all boxed regulated medical waste from designated SaniPak location

and unloaded as directed, in accordance with law and policy. (1%)

5. Maintain accurate records of commodities collected and time reporting. (1%)

6. Notify supervisor if pickup locations are dirty or unsanitary or of any inappropriate

/unidentified materials left at dumpsters or compactors. (1%)

7. Observe all proper safety procedures when handling waste and driving to avoid injuries and

scattering debris. If objects of excessive weight or size are found on the route, report them to

the supervisor(s) rather than risking injury. Inform supervisor(s) of all injuries that occur while on

the job, regardless of severity. Secure vehicle tools and supplies at the end of each shift. Leave

vehicles clean for other drivers. (1%)

8. Notify supervisor or designee of any potential problems, including but not limited to:

dumpsters or compactors that have become full, waste disposal violations, inappropriate

dumpster use, and inappropriate placement or sorting of materials for pick-up, and challenges

to pick-up routes and schedules. (1%)

9. Suggest cost saving and program efficiency initiatives to the supervisor. Communicate daily

with supervisor to report achievements, progress and problems. Actively seek out and suggest

improvements to operations. During the course of the daily work shift, report any quality

control issues or problems identified in the building to the Supervisor, and if possible make

appropriate recommendations to solve the matter. Recognize when assistance, training, and

direction are needed so that work objectives are accomplished in a safe, complete, efficient,

and timely manner. (1%)

10. Maintain training and certification on the operation of the forklift truck and all other campus

vehicles as well as all university-directed trainings as directed by the CWRU Environmental

Health & Safety office. (1%)

11. Perform similar duties as assigned. (1%)

CONTACTS

Department: Daily contact with supervisor or designated team leader and, co-workers to exchange

information and receive additional assignments.

University: Regular contact with staff and faculty during regular duties including material

collections and bin deliveries.

External: Regular contact with contracted material vendors to facilitate pick-ups.

Students: Regular contact with students.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

No supervision

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: At least 2 years of experience in heavy labor is required, preferably in a large

institutional or industrial setting; waste industry experience is a plus. Must have at least 2 years of

experience operating vehicles similar to those that are routinely used on the job.

Education/licensing: High school education. A valid driver license free of significant violations and

maintaining an acceptable driving record are conditions of employment. CDL preferred and CDL

eligibility required.

REQUIRED SKILLS

1. Ability to read and understand a map.

2. Ability to perform physical requirements of the job (prolonged physical exertions, including

repetitive lifting, pushing, pulling and climbing in and out of large capacity trucks.

3. Ability to work in all weather conditions.

4. Good written and verbal communication skills to be able to effectively and professionally

communicate with internal and external customers.

5. Must be able to perform simple mathematics.

6. Must be responsible, self-motivated, able to work independently and capable of staying on task

with only routine supervision.

7. Must be willing to learn about and help to educate the campus community on waste reduction

and recycling processes.

8. Working knowledge of, or willingness to learn, basic computing skills as they become necessary

to carrying out the goals of the material management program.

9. Ability to demonstrate successful support, education, and advocacy for all students, aligned

with the values, mission, and messaging of the university, while adhering to the staff policy on

conflict of commitment and interest.

10. Ability to meet consistent attendance.

11. Ability to interact with colleagues, supervisors, and customers face to face.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position routinely requires extensive physical exertion (lifting, pushing and pulling trash

receptacles weighting up to 75 pounds each from the ground approximately 50-100 times per day)

and entering/exiting the truck approximately 100-200 times per day. The duties require the

employee to always wear appropriate personal protective gear. Current Hepatitis-B inoculation is

required. Other immunizations may be required in the future, as determined by regulatory

requirements. The employee will be directly exposed to excessive noise, fumes, dust, bloodborne

pathogens, chemicals, commercial products, infectious agents, pesticides and herbicides. The

employee will be around moving machinery, powerful industrial vehicles and has access to

restricted area(s). Work environment is mostly outdoors during all types of weather and requires

physical strength and endurance. The employee must be able to pass required physical

examination, including baseline evaluations of hearing and vision. Must provide a home telephone

number, be able to work weekend shifts, and be available to work on an as-needed basis for

emergencies. The standard work shift is 5 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. or 6 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. for a 40-hour

work week, working five consecutive days in a row. The employee must be able to switch shifts as

needed. Call-ins, overtime and emergency hours may be required.

EEO Statement

Case Western Reserve University is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are protected under federal and state laws and university policy from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, protected veteran status, disability, age and genetic information.

Reasonable Accommodations

Case Western Reserve University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act regarding reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the CWRU Office of Equity at 216-368-3066 to request a reasonable accommodation. Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicants will be made on a case-by-case basis.

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