Job Details
Minden Town Sanitation Specialist
2025-11-15 Douglas County, NV Minden,NV
Description:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Education and Experience:
High School diploma/GED; AND one (1) year of experience performing general maintenance tasks; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Required Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge of:
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Mobility to work in a typical field setting, including operating typical trade equipment, hand and power tools and standard office equipment, and to drive a motor vehicle to various work sites; stamina to stand, walk and climb and to work in confined or awkward spaces for an extended period of time; strength to lift and maneuver materials and equipment weighing up to 100 pounds with proper equipment; vision to read printed materials; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over a radio or telephone.
Work is subject to exposure to extreme weather conditions, hazardous chemicals, electrical currents, gases, dust and noxious odors.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
This job description indicates, in general, the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.
Overview of Douglas County Benefits
Disclaimer: Douglas County provides benefits to full time employees. Benefits are prorated for some part-time positions (depending on job). Some part-time positions may provide no benefits.
No Nevada State income tax.
Retirement - Public Employees' Retirement System of Nevada
Douglas County contributes 36.75% of an eligible Regular Member and 50% of an eligible Police and Fire Member's salary for retirement. Deferred Compensation Plans - Employees can participate in the VOYA Retirement Plans, which is funded by the employee.
Paid Leave
12 paid holidays per year. Generous paid leave accrual's including 96 hours sick annually, begin accruing 120 hours annual leave each year. Administrative leave of 5 days or 3 days annually applies to some positions. Please refer to our leave policies
or relevant labor agreement
for more information.
Health Insurance
The County has rich benefits plans to choose from: Preferred Provider (PPO) and Health Savings Account (HSA) with supplemental benefits to include: prescription plan, dental plan, vision, life insurance opportunities, cancer insurance, and disability insurance. Benefit eligibility is the 1st of the month following 30-day waiting period or 60 days, depending on the position. For more detail information on the Health Insurance you may refer to our website located at:
Compensation
Douglas County's compensation system is based on Pay for Performance wherein employees are eligible for annual performance evaluations. The current structure consists of merit increases up to 3% on a qualifying employee's anniversary and Cost of Living Adjustments based on the Consumer Price Index during the first pay period of each fiscal year. The COLA will be up to 5% depending on the CPI each year. Additionally, eligible employees can be recognized for outstanding performance, above and beyond the call of duty, and receive additional compensation through the Recognition of Excellence Program.
2024
01
What is your highest level of completed education?
02
How many years of experience do you possess performing general maintenance tasks?
03
Do you currently hold a Class B Commercial Driver's License with air brake endorsement (CDL) or able to obtain it with in six (6) months of employment?
04
Do you have current any of the following driver's license?
05
How many years of experience do you have driving a Class A or B vehicles?
06
Do you hold current any of the following certifications?
07
The position requires candidate to be able to frequently lift and/or carry up to 100 pounds. Will you be able to meet this requirement with our without accommodation's?
08
Please describe your experience maintaining or repairing gas or diesel trucks and motors.
09
Are you able to perform the essential functions of the job listed on the job description with or without a reasonable accommodation?
10
Will you be able to provide a current valid Driver's License and DMV history report (10 year) if offered employment?
11
Douglas County requires applicants to list all work history from your most current employment to 10 years back. If relevant experience is over 10 years please list it on your application. ***Writing "See Resume" on the application in place of completing your information is not acceptable.***Have you listed your current employment through 10 years of work history on your application in addition to listing any relevant experience that exceeds 10 years?
12
Douglas County employees are required to uphold the County's Values and are evaluated based upon these Values. MISSION STATEMENT Working together with integrity and accountability, the Douglas County team is dedicated to providing essential and cost-effective public services fostering a safe, healthy, scenic, and vibrant community for the enjoyment of our residents and visitors. VALUES STATEMENT Integrity - We demonstrate honest and ethical conduct through our actions. Accountability - We accept responsibility for our actions. Customer Service - We deliver efficient and effective service with an attitude of respect and fairness. Leadership - We establish the tone and direction for success motivating and inspiring others to accomplish a shared vision. Communication - We ensure open dialogue through proactive listening and sharing of information throughout the organization and the community. Teamwork - We work together to achieve shared goals. Do you understand Douglas County's Mission and Values Statement's and will you be able to uphold them if hired?
Required Question
Salary: $23.79 - $30.94 Hourly
Location : Town of Minden - Minden, NV
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 25/26-00064
Department: Minden-General Admin
Opening Date: 11/04/2025
Closing Date: 11/25/2025 4:00 PM Pacific
DESCRIPTION
**Applications are reviewed on a regular basis and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Individuals are encouraged to apply immediately..**
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0-3% Merit upon successful completion of the probationary period and 0-3% annual merit increases thereafter based upon evaluation score.Benefits include:
- No Nevada state income tax. Did you know that Nevada is one of the states in the US that does not have a state income tax? This means that if you live or work in Nevada, you get to keep more of your hard-earned money. This is a significant advantage that makes Nevada stand out from other states.
- Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employee Retirement System is (PERS), 36.75% employer-paid. This sets us apart from other employers. Employees do not contribute to FICA and the County exclusively contributes 100% to your retirement account.
- Vacation: Accrued at the rate of 4.6154 hours per pay period, or 120 hours per year (increase with years of service).
- Sick Leave: Earned at the rate of 3.6923 hours per pay period, or 96 hours per year.
- Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.
- Health Insurance: County provides medical, dental and vision coverage for employees and dependents with co-payment by employee dependent and/or family status.
- Deferred Compensation: the County has a voluntary deferred compensation program
- Recognition Programs
- Annual Gym Membership
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Stable, friendly/family environment. Fosters internal talent with training/educational programs and encourages career advancement.
- Douglas County is a drug, alcohol and smoke-free workplace.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Collects residential and commercial waste and recycling from a variety of receptacles and locations.
- Transport waste in a safe and efficient manner to designated facilities.
- Return/deliver receptacles and waste containers to customer locations as required.
- Performs an operational and safety check of equipment and vehicles before and after use; checks fuel and fluid levels, air pressures, braking systems, lights and mirrors, general engine condition, cab condition and exterior condition for any potential operational or safety problems.
- Cleans and disinfects equipment and vehicles as required.
- Maintains basic logs and records related to work performed.
- Drives a variety of Town vehicles and equipment necessary for maintenance tasks.
- Assists with street repair, parks and facilities maintenance and snow removal activities; assists with emergency situations as required.
- Performs general maintenance or repair of vehicles and equipment; reports need for major repairs to the appropriate supervisor.
- Maintains open communication with coworkers and management team in person or via Town-issued cell phones.
- Answers questions and provides standard information to the public.
- Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.
- Completes basic records of work performed and materials used, utilizing software such as Microsoft Word or Excel, as well as timely completion of timesheets.
- Represents the County with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Education and Experience:
High School diploma/GED; AND one (1) year of experience performing general maintenance tasks; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Required Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge of:
- Capabilities, operational characteristics, adjustment and preventative maintenance of the type of vehicles to which assigned.
- Tie down, loading and safe hauling practices.
- Motor vehicle codes and regulations in the state of Nevada, including trucking and hauling regulations.
- Geography and road network of Town and County.
- Parks and public works maintenance and repair methods and techniques.
- Safety principles, practices and equipment related to the work.
- Basic record keeping practices including basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite in programs including Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Basic shop mathematics.
- Techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various socioeconomic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds
- Operating a variety of vehicles and equipment with various transmission configurations and fuel sources skillfully and safely.
- Operating light and medium construction equipment to load trucks or assist at crew sites.
- Adjusting and performing preventive maintenance on the trucks to which assigned.
- Recognizing potentially hazardous situations on the road and job site and taking appropriate action.
- Safely using and maintaining hand and power tools related to the work.
- Working without close supervision in standard work situations.
- Understanding and following written, digital, and oral instructions.
- Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those encountered in the course of the work.
- Reading and interpreting standard plans, maps and instructions.
- Preparing basic records and reports of work performed in digital and physical forms.
- Ability to receive, check and respond to communications either in person, in writing, or electronically.
- Nevada Class B Driver's License with air brake endorsement within six (6) months of date of employment.
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Mobility to work in a typical field setting, including operating typical trade equipment, hand and power tools and standard office equipment, and to drive a motor vehicle to various work sites; stamina to stand, walk and climb and to work in confined or awkward spaces for an extended period of time; strength to lift and maneuver materials and equipment weighing up to 100 pounds with proper equipment; vision to read printed materials; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over a radio or telephone.
Work is subject to exposure to extreme weather conditions, hazardous chemicals, electrical currents, gases, dust and noxious odors.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
- Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.
- Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background/screening.
- Douglas County participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS, with information from each applicant's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. All candidates who are offered employment must complete Section 1 of the Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity prior to starting employment. Please be prepared to provide required documentation as soon as possible after the job offer is made.
This job description indicates, in general, the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.
Overview of Douglas County Benefits
Disclaimer: Douglas County provides benefits to full time employees. Benefits are prorated for some part-time positions (depending on job). Some part-time positions may provide no benefits.
No Nevada State income tax.
Retirement - Public Employees' Retirement System of Nevada
Douglas County contributes 36.75% of an eligible Regular Member and 50% of an eligible Police and Fire Member's salary for retirement. Deferred Compensation Plans - Employees can participate in the VOYA Retirement Plans, which is funded by the employee.
Paid Leave
12 paid holidays per year. Generous paid leave accrual's including 96 hours sick annually, begin accruing 120 hours annual leave each year. Administrative leave of 5 days or 3 days annually applies to some positions. Please refer to our leave policies
or relevant labor agreement
for more information.
Health Insurance
The County has rich benefits plans to choose from: Preferred Provider (PPO) and Health Savings Account (HSA) with supplemental benefits to include: prescription plan, dental plan, vision, life insurance opportunities, cancer insurance, and disability insurance. Benefit eligibility is the 1st of the month following 30-day waiting period or 60 days, depending on the position. For more detail information on the Health Insurance you may refer to our website located at:
Compensation
Douglas County's compensation system is based on Pay for Performance wherein employees are eligible for annual performance evaluations. The current structure consists of merit increases up to 3% on a qualifying employee's anniversary and Cost of Living Adjustments based on the Consumer Price Index during the first pay period of each fiscal year. The COLA will be up to 5% depending on the CPI each year. Additionally, eligible employees can be recognized for outstanding performance, above and beyond the call of duty, and receive additional compensation through the Recognition of Excellence Program.
2024
01
What is your highest level of completed education?
- High School or GED
- Associates Degree
- Bachelor Degree
- Master's Degree
- Technical Certification
- None of the Above
02
How many years of experience do you possess performing general maintenance tasks?
- No experience
- Less than 1 year
- 1 year
- 2 years
- 3 years
- 4 years
- 5 or more years
03
Do you currently hold a Class B Commercial Driver's License with air brake endorsement (CDL) or able to obtain it with in six (6) months of employment?
- Yes, I have a CDL B, with airbrake endorsement.
- Yes, I will be able to obtain a CDL B, with airbrake endorsement within six (6) months of employment.
- No, I do not have a CDL B and won't be able to obtain within (6) months of employment.
04
Do you have current any of the following driver's license?
- Class A
- Class B
- Class C
- Air Brake Endorsement
- None of these
05
How many years of experience do you have driving a Class A or B vehicles?
- Less than 1 year
- 1 - 2 years
- 3 - 4 years
- 5 - 6 years
- 7 - 8 years
- 9 - 10 years
- 10 or more years
- No experience
06
Do you hold current any of the following certifications?
- CPR
- First Aid
- OSHA 10 certification
- None of the above.
07
The position requires candidate to be able to frequently lift and/or carry up to 100 pounds. Will you be able to meet this requirement with our without accommodation's?
- Yes
- No
08
Please describe your experience maintaining or repairing gas or diesel trucks and motors.
09
Are you able to perform the essential functions of the job listed on the job description with or without a reasonable accommodation?
- Yes
- No
10
Will you be able to provide a current valid Driver's License and DMV history report (10 year) if offered employment?
- Yes
- No
11
Douglas County requires applicants to list all work history from your most current employment to 10 years back. If relevant experience is over 10 years please list it on your application. ***Writing "See Resume" on the application in place of completing your information is not acceptable.***Have you listed your current employment through 10 years of work history on your application in addition to listing any relevant experience that exceeds 10 years?
- Yes
- No
- I do not have 10 years of work history, but have included all employment history.
- I have relevant experience that exceeds 10 years and I have included the experience on my application.
12
Douglas County employees are required to uphold the County's Values and are evaluated based upon these Values. MISSION STATEMENT Working together with integrity and accountability, the Douglas County team is dedicated to providing essential and cost-effective public services fostering a safe, healthy, scenic, and vibrant community for the enjoyment of our residents and visitors. VALUES STATEMENT Integrity - We demonstrate honest and ethical conduct through our actions. Accountability - We accept responsibility for our actions. Customer Service - We deliver efficient and effective service with an attitude of respect and fairness. Leadership - We establish the tone and direction for success motivating and inspiring others to accomplish a shared vision. Communication - We ensure open dialogue through proactive listening and sharing of information throughout the organization and the community. Teamwork - We work together to achieve shared goals. Do you understand Douglas County's Mission and Values Statement's and will you be able to uphold them if hired?
- Yes
- No
Required Question