INTERNAL JOB POSTING - Solid Waste Team Lead

INTERNAL POSTING ONLY

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Team Lead – Solid Waste Department: Solid Waste Reports to: Foreman – Solid Waste FLSA Status: Nonexempt Salary Grade: 14A 2026 Wage: $26.04 per hour

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for assisting in supervision and participating in the city’s solid waste collection operations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the direction of the Solid Waste Foreman, assists in coordinating the daily operations of the Solid Waste Department by performing the following job duties: Assists in coordinating the daily collection and transportation of solid waste. Provides day-to-day work direction and guidance to Solid Waste employees and serves as a resource for team members. Assists with training new employees and provides ongoing coaching on equipment operation, safety procedures, and work practices. Helps assign daily routes and work assignments to ensure efficient operations. Monitors work progress and communicates operations needs, concerns, and recommendations to the Solid Waste Foreman. Operates trucks to collect solid waste and other assigned equipment as needed. Helps coordinate routine maintenance of associated vehicles and equipment; communicates repair needs and assists with scheduling any service as needed. Performs daily vehicle and equipment inspections and ensures deficiencies are reported and addressed. Assists with inventory of equipment and supplies; recommends purchases and restocks as needed. Assists with preparing operational reports, work records, and other documentation. Responds to customer questions, complaints, and service requests in a professional and timely manner; escalates issues requiring supervisory attention. Promotes and models safe work practices and ensures compliance with City safety policies and applicable regulations. Assists during emergencies and participates in snow removal and other Public Works operations as assigned. Performs the duties of Solid Waste employees during staffing shortages or operational needs. Performs related duties.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

Knowledge of department and city policies and procedures. Knowledge of city streets and geography. Knowledge of equipment operation and maintenance principles. Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices. Skill in the operation of solid waste collection equipment. Skill in interpersonal relations. Skill in oral and written communication. Skill in providing customer services.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The Solid Waste Supervisor assigns work in terms of general instructions. The Team Lead spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results.

GUIDELINES Guidelines include traffic laws and city and department policies and procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

The work consists of varied supervisory and technical duties. Holiday schedules contribute to the complexity of the position. The purpose of this position is to assist with supervision and participate in the solid waste collection functions. Successful performance helps ensure the efficient and effective management of solid waste.

CONTACTS Contacts are typically with co-workers, other city personnel, and the general public. Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve problems, motivate personnel, and provide services.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, bending, crouching, or stooping. The employee frequently lifts light and heavy objects, climbs ladders, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, distinguishes between shades of color, and utilizes the sense of smell. The work is typically performed in an office and outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee may be exposed to machinery with moving parts, contagious or infectious diseases, or irritating chemicals. Work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

This position has assistant supervision over staff activities to ensure effective operations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must possess high school diploma or GED. Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized vocational training in the field of work. Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the work of subordinate positions to be able to answer questions and resolve problems, usually associated with three to five years’ experience or service. Possession and maintenance of a valid commercial driver’s license issued by the State of South Dakota for the type of vehicle or equipment operated (Class B with Airbrakes and N-Tanker Endorsement) within six (6) months of employment.

RESIDENCY All new hires must reside within 40 miles of city limits unless specific approval of City Manager.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT I acknowledge that I have received and reviewed this job description. I understand that this job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed and is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications required for the position. I understand that job duties, responsibilities, and assignments may change at any time based on the needs of the City and in accordance with applicable policies, contracts, ordinances, or collective bargaining agreements. I further acknowledge that I am able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

OPENING DATE: November 12, 2026 CLOSING DATE: November 18, 2026

To apply for this position, please complete the application and submit it by either emailing it to hr@aberdeen.sd.us or delivering it to the Human Resources office in City Hall. For more information, view the full job description.