Compost Foreman

Compost Foreman

JOB TITLE:                 Compost Foreman

CLASSIFICATION:    Non-Exempt

DEPARTMENT:        Public Works/Recycling

SUPERVISOR:          Landfill Manager

SALARY:                    $52,906 to $63,487 Annually

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION                                                                                                  

Oversee the daily activities and operations of City of Cheyenne Compost Facility. Responsible for producing compost and other green recycling products. Responsible for managing, logging, and tracking quantities of feedstock materials. Responsible for documenting the amount of compost and other products sold each operating day. Oversee Compost staff and equipment maintain a clean and orderly facility.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES                                                                              

• Advance knowledge on compost production and other yard waste recycled products to marketable grade.
• Advance knowledge on compost production machines such as grinders, roto-choppers, and screeners.
• Knowledge or heavy equipment used at the compost facility to include front-end loaders, back-hoe, water truck, dump truck, and graders, performing all activities according to safe work practices and procedures.
• Account for incoming feedstock and plan for production.
• Maintain site in orderly conditions to prevent accidents, stormwater pollution, dust, and fires. 
• Lead, plan, train, and monitor the work of compost facility staff.
• Implement a culture of safety in all operational aspects of the Compost Facility.
• Implement daily/weekly safety meetings and report to the Landfill Manager to any employees who do not comply with the City of Cheyenne, Solid Waste, and Public Works safety goals.
• Assign and train staff in daily tasks.
• Train compost heavy equipment operators in proper equipment operations. Ensure all equipment has been cleaned at a minimum of once per day, or more if necessary and ensure the site is clean and orderly.
• Assist and oversee production activities and customers loading operations.
• Perform Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan inspections and correct unsatisfactory conditions within 14 days.
• Ensure consistent load inspections are performed at the entrance of the facility.
• Maintain active fire prevention Standard Operating Practices.
• Ability to interact with customers and the public in a polite manner
• Ability to process customers’ payments and balance drawer.
• Prepare daily report for the Landfill Manager. 

SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES                                                                                                               

• Ability to read maps and plans.
• Maintain appropriate logs and records on delivery activities, equipment operations, production, and sales.
• Perform minor maintenance at the compost facility site.
• Ensure all equip