CITY OF FLAGSTAFF
Flagstaff is the largest community in the high country and is the county seat for Coconino County, the largest
county in the United States. A historic Route 66 town, Flagstaff is ideally located at the juncture of Interstate
17 and Interstate 40. Though still reflecting a small town atmosphere, it maintains a selective growth plan
with new expansion programs underway.
The City of Flagstaff is Northern Arizona’s Employer of Choice! Our City government is devoted to enhancing
the quality of life of our citizens and the experience of the many visitors who are attracted to Northern
Arizona.
Environmental Aide – HPC
$16.0135 Hourly
Part-Time (20 hours per week); FLSA Non-Exempt; Tenure and Benefit Eligible
Friday, Saturday and One Floating Day Monday – Thursday
Position Opening Date: 03/10/17
Vacancy #: 022-17, Apply by 03/31/17
Actively support and uphold the City’s stated mission and values. Perform technical work associated with daily
operation of the Hazardous Products Center (HPC).
Under supervision of the Environmental Specialist, this employee will perform duties in the operation of the HPC,
ensuring the safe handling and processing of hazardous products received at the facility in accordance with State
and Federal regulations. The work will require heavy physical exertion and the employee may be exposed to
hazardous atmosphere, with respiratory protection.
This position is located at the Cinder Lake Landfill. Position duties will primarily consist of processing household
hazardous waste, including but not limited to, latex paint and alkaline batteries, as well as accepting and
segregating incoming waste from residents and local businesses.
ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES:
 Supervisory: This job does not have formal supervisory responsibilities.
 Budgetary: This job does not have budgetary responsibilities, but carries out day-to-day activities within
approved budget.
 Strategic Planning: This job does not have strategic planning responsibilities, but carries out day-to-day
activities in order to reach the stated goals and objectives.
 Policies/Procedures: This job carries out day-to-day activities in accordance with established policies and
procedures.
 Compliance: This job carries out day-to-day activities in accordance with federal, state, and local laws,
rules, and regulations as well as City policies and procedures.
 Council Communications: This job carries out day-to-day activities in accordance with Council’s adopted
priorities and direction.
 Reporting: This job does not have duties related to reporting to federal/state/local agencies.
EXAMPLES OF THE WORK PERFORMED: (ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY)
 Provide excellent customer service to both internal and external customers.
 Keeps the Environmental Specialist informed of facility-related concerns by verbal and written reports.
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Maintains a high level of communication with supervisor and staff at all times.
Carries out daily operations of the HPC including daily air monitoring and facility safety inspections.
Assist with the inventory of all hazardous waste received at the HPC.
Unload materials received from residents and Small Business Waste Program clients.
Segregate materials for processing and storage based upon sound analytical judgment.
Process hazardous materials and non-regulated materials including, but not limited to, bulking nonregulated liquids, used oil, antifreeze, and latex paint; loose packing poisons, flammable materials, and
non-regulated solids; and storing materials requiring special handling in the appropriate hazardous
materials storage containers.
Stock the Drop & Swap area of the HPC with products suitable for redistribution.
Proper labeling of drums and other waste containers in accordance with local, state, and federal
regulations.
Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
 High School diploma or G.E.D.
 1 year of environmental experience or customer service experience.
 Or any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the above Minimum
Requirements.
DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:
 Current EPA 40-hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) certification.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
 Minimum of 18 years of age at time of employment.
 Must possess, or obtain upon employment, a valid Arizona driver’s license.
 Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity.
 Must obtain current EPA 40-hr Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER)
within six months of employment.
 Ability and willingness to work Saturdays.
 Please note this position is located at the Cinder Lake Landfill and reliable transportation is required.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: (ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY)
 Ability to complete routine forms and record data accurately with attention to detail and procedure.
 Ability to perform strenuous labor tasks and work typically requiring several hours of standing each day.
 Ability to perform tasks safely and according to Standard Operating Procedures and regulations.
 Ability to work independently without direct supervision.
 Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and written as well as follow verbal and written
instructions.
 Ability to provide excellent customer service and maintain effective working relationships with all levels
of City employees,
 the general public, outside agencies, and businesses.
 Ability to meet deadlines.
 Ability to work as part of a team.
 Ability to plan, organize and coordinate daily operations for maximum efficiency.
 Ability to accept changes in project schedules
 General working knowledge of chemistry.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
 While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands to feel;
regularly required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, talk or hear; and occasionally required to
sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, taste or smell.
 The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, regularly lift and/or move up to 50
pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.
 There are no special vision requirements for this position.
 Working conditions include frequent exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, occasional exposure to
extreme cold (non-weather), and regular exposure to wet or humid conditions (non-weather), working
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near moving or mechanical parts, working in high, precarious places, working near fumes or airborne
particles, extreme heat (non-weather), risk of electrical shock, working with explosives, and vibration.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
CLASSIFICATION INFORMATION:
 Range 6, B-2-2, FLSA non-exempt
PRE-EMPLOYMENT PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
 Physical: Respirator, Heavy Metals, HAZMAT.
 Immunizations: Tetanus; Hepatitis A & B.
TO APPLY ONLINE:
In order to apply for this position you will have to fill out a City of Flagstaff application on our website. Visit
our website to apply or for more information on this position and other opportunities. You will find complete
job descriptions, requirements and application information at: http://www.flagstaff.az.gov/jobs
TO APPLY IN PERSON:
Applications are available and can be turned in at: 211 W. Aspen Ave., Flagstaff, AZ 86001
Call our general information line at 928-213-2090 to request an application by mail.
Additional information about current and open job vacancies can also be found by calling our job
line at (800) 463-1389.
City of Flagstaff is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran
status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Paid Holidays • Paid Vacation Days • Paid Sick Days • Health/Dental/Life/Vision Insurance