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Performs intermediate technical and para-professional duties and related work as required. Secures easements/release deeds for County sewer projects; meets with property owners, attorneys project developers, engineers, and contractors as appropriate; performs physical inspections of sewer lines, pumping stations, field construction of sewer lines, and related field verifications and inspections. Work is performed under general supervision. Reports to the Utilities Manager.
Requires thorough knowledge of principles and practices of construction, repairs, and/or maintenance of sewer lines and related structures; thorough knowledge of the use of sewer-related equipment and materials; thorough knowledge of the methods and procedures involved in sewer distribution; thorough knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of sewer systems; considerable knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and policies pertaining to sewer systems, easements, and right of ways; general knowledge of County geography; ability to read and interpret cadastral, orthophoto, topographical, sewer and other maps; ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing; ability to safely and efficiently operate a motor vehicle; ability to attend work regularly; excellent interpersonal skills. Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to high school supplemented by college level course work in civil engineering or a related field an extensive experience in civil engineering or a related field, including property rights acquisition work, sewer system operations, and sewer line construction work. Valid North Carolina driver’s license and driver’s history required.

Performs complex administrative and supervisory work managing all phases of the solid waste operations in Henderson County. Plans, organizes, supervises, and directs Solid Waste staff; coordinates and oversees all operations of the Solid Waste facility; ensures compliance with local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to solid waste disposal and recycling; prepares, administers, and monitors departmental budget. Performs related work as required. Work is performed under general supervision. Reports to the Director of Engineering and Facility Services.
Requires thorough knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and policies pertaining to solid waste collection, processing, and disposal; thorough knowledge of NCDENR rules and regulations regarding environmental sanitation; thorough knowledge of modern techniques and methods used in the operation of a sanitary landfill; thorough knowledge of the occupational hazards and proper safety precautions involved in the operation of heavy equipment; general knowledge of the operation and use of motorized heavy equipment used at the landfill; ability to plan, direct, and coordinate the work of others; ability to analyze solid waste problems and implement effective solutions; ability to operate a variety of motorized equipment used at the landfill; ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; ability to safely and effectively operate a motor vehicle; ability to attend work regularly; excellent interpersonal skills, supervisory/managerial skills. Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in , business administration, civil engineering or engineering technology or related field; extensive and progressively responsible experience in the management of a solid waste facility, including supervisory experience. Must possess a valid North Carolina driver’s license. Must be certified as either a Landfill Manager or Transfer Station Operator by the Solid Waste Association of North America. Designation as a Landfill Specialist by the Solid Waste Association of North America preferred.