JOB OPENINGS:

Landfill Equipment Operator I
Augusta Regional Landfill

The Augusta County Service Authority is accepting applications for a Landfill Equipment Operator I at the Augusta Regional Landfill.  Applicants should have the ability to operate motorized equipment to compact and cover solid waste.  Applicants should have the ability to perform daily routine maintenance on equipment and the ability to make minor repairs.  Previous experience in the operation and maintenance of medium motorized construction equipment a plus.  Applicant must possess the ability to obtain a Class II Solid Waste Facility Operators License within six months of employment.  Applications and a complete job description can be picked up at the office of the Augusta County Service Authority, 18 Government Center Lane, Verona, VA; Augusta Regional Landfill, 749 Christians Creek Road, Staunton, VA; or on our website at www.acsawater.com.  Salary commensurate with experience, Starting Salary ($23,982 - $25,450), includes an excellent benefit package.  Submit applications before 5:00 p.m. on Friday, May 30, 2008.  EOE

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Landfill Equipment Operator I Job Description

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Authority is committed to providing a work environment free from unlawful discrimination. Equal employment opportunity is for all employees and applicants for employment without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran in accordance with applicable federal laws. In addition, the Authority complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all conditions of employment, including but not limited to:  hiring, placement, promotion, termination, demotion, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

 Medical Examinations

All applicants are required to undergo a post-offer, pre-employment medical examination and an alcohol and drug screening conducted by an Authority designated physician.  An offer of employment is contingent upon, among other things, satisfactory completion of this examination and screening.  Applicants who refuse to be tested for drug and alcohol screening will not be considered for employment.

Employees may be required to undergo periodic medical examinations and/or alcohol and drug screenings when reasonable suspicion exists for alcohol/drug misuse or after a workplace accident (refer to Section XII for additional information on the Drug and Alcohol Abuse Policy).  Employees are expected to provide the Authority access to these medical records if required as part of their medical examinations or screenings.  The Authority will receive a full medical report from its examining physicians.