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City of Yakima Solid Waste Code Compliance Officer in Yakima, Washington
*The Solid Waste Division needs a new Clean City team member with some experience in code compliance/enforcement. The Solid Waste Code Compliance Officer is the backbone of our Clean City team and plays a pivotal role in supporting the overall health and well-being of the community's public areas/thoroughfares. *
The Solid Waste Code Compliance Officer operates a heavy special purpose vehicle collecting and dumping refuse; responds to complaints, inspects and enforces a variety of City codes pertaining to solid waste, scattered litter, illegal dumping, and other ordinances. Responds to and investigates complaints.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS A high school diploma or GED and two (2) years' experience in a direct public contact and service-oriented environment, to include at least five (5) months code compliance and/or enforcement experience.
OR
Two (2) years' experience as a Solid Waste Maintenance Worker, or one (1) year experience Solid Waste Collector/Driver, for the City of Yakima.
Must pass a background investigation regarding applicant's aptitude, character, and judgment; credit, driving record and criminal history.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND/OR CERTIFICATES Must obtain and maintain a First Aid/CPR Certificate within six (6) months of appointment. Possess and maintain a valid Commercial Driver's License with either an A, B or C endorsement as required by the State regulations or obtain within 9 months of employment and maintain thereafter. Must obtain and maintain Bloodborne Pathogen and Hazardous Waste Certifications within six (6) months of appointment.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS The City of Yakima is a premier employer in the Yakima Valley with extensive opportunities for training and growth. The City offers a competitive benefit package including:
- Salary Range $24.24 - $29.02 Hourly
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
- FREE healthcare clinic!
- WA State PERS pension plan
- 2% contribution to a 457 deferred compensation plan
- Leave accruals:
- Vacation -- Starting at 7.67 hours/month
- Sick -- 8 hours/month
- Personal holiday -- 2 days
- Observed holiday -- 11 holidays
- Up to 5% bilingual/biliterate English/Spanish special pay
- Life Insurance
- Much more!
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Closes 6/25/24
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