Solid Waste Coordinator Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/coralgablesfl/jobs/newprint/5085360) Apply  Solid Waste Coordinator Salary $64,196.42 Annually Location City of Coral Gables, FL Job Type Full-time Job Number 361-000 Department Public Works Department Opening Date 09/18/2025 + Description + Benefits + Questions Summary This is responsible, specialized, technical, and supervisory work in the City’s Solid Waste Division. Work includes but is not limited to planning and directing the work of all field personnel performing solid waste collection duties. Extensive contact with both the public and other City staff. Must exercise initiative, decision making and independent judgement under the general direction of the Lead Solid Waste Coordinator, or designee as assigned by the Public Works Director/Assistant Director. Emphasis of work is to supervise operational work to ensure the efficient and effective delivery of solid waste collection services. Job Duties and Responsibilities The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification: Plans, coordinates, schedules, assigns, supervises, and evaluates the work performed by crews performing solid waste collections. Develops and is responsible for the execution of the operation’s work schedule. Coordinates the transportation of personnel, equipment, and materials to and from the job sites. Assist’s in the development and implementation of employee trainings such as safety and cross training. Assists in the hiring process. Responds and resolves customer complaints (internal and external). Prepares employee performance evaluations in a timely manner. Ensures compliance with the City personnel rules, department work rules, collective bargaining agreements, and other guidelines that might be applicable. Oversees the assignment, operation, maintenance and repairs of solid waste trucks and equipment. Responds to preventive maintenance schedule. Conducts field inspections, reviews data/reports of activities, and use best management practices to evaluate and determine the effectiveness and efficiency of the operation. Investigates work related incidents and accidents and submits appropriate reports, confers with the Human Resource Department and Risk Manager, and others to promote a safe work environment. Performs administrative work as required, including running and reviewing reports, responding to emails, opening and closing work orders for service requests, and completing logs, forms, and other necessary documentation. May be required to respond to non-routine situations on weekends and during emergency situations (Natural Disasters, Special events). Assists with Special Projects. Assists cross/inter- divisionally to ensure that overall departmental goals are met. Performs other related tasks as required. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. Minimum five (5) years of experience in waste collection and disposal operations. Two years (2) of supervisory experience required. Associate Degree preferred. Must have a valid Class B Florida Commercial Driver’s License A comparable amount of training or work experience may be substituted for the minimum. HOLIDAYS: 16 days including 3 floating days. SICK LEAVE: 96 hours annually. ANNUAL LEAVE: 80 hours in the first year of employment, increasing up to 188 hours after 25 years. Employees must take 40 hours of annual leave each year. BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: 5 or 10 work days for the death of a family member in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement and the City's Personnel Rules & Regulations. MEDICAL INSURANCE: Fully paid by the City (HMO Select). Coverage becomes effective 1st of month following 30 days. Employee may purchase coverage for eligible dependents at a cost of approximately 50% of the premium. DENTAL INSURANCE: Available to all employees through payroll deduction. LIFE INSURANCE : Term Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment equal to 1 x annual salary, fully paid by the City (up to $200,000). VOLUNTARY BENEFITS: Several plans available, such as Short-Term Disability, Life Insurance and Critical Illness policies through payroll deductions. LEGAL SERVICES: Legal Service plan available at a cost to employees through payroll deductions. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Employees are given the option to defer a portion of their pre-tax salary into the 457 Deferred Compensation Program. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: $2000 per semester ($6,000 maximum annually) for approved college coursework. SAFETY GLASSES: Required safety glasses are provided every 2 years. RECREATIONAL USE: Employee, spouse and immediate family members seventeen (17) years of age and under are entitled to the benefits below: - Venetian Pool – No charge for daily admission. - Tennis Centers – No charge for daily court fees. - Youth Center – 50% off residential rates for memberships and 50% off camps and other programs. Golf at Biltmore & Granada: - Monday through Friday – no charge. - Saturday, Sunday and Holidays: - Before Noon – Twilight fees apply - After Noon – No charge (cart fees apply at all times) PENSION: Mandatory employee contribution of 10% of salary. Vesting period is 10 years. OR As of 6/14/2016 - DEFINED CONTRIBUTION: 401(a) - Contribution by City of 7% of employee base annual salary. Vesting period 5 years. Employee not required to contribute. ***Note: Benefits subject to change.*** Please refer to the collective bargaining agreement for current benefits. 01 Do you have a High school diploma or equivalent? + Yes + No 02 Do you have a minimum of five (5) years of experience in waste collection and disposal operations? + Yes + No 03 Do you have two years (2) of supervisory experience? + Yes + No 04 Do you have an Associate's Degree? + Yes + No 05 Do you have a valid Class B Florida Commercial Driver’s License? + Yes + No Required Question Employer The City of Coral Gables Address 214 Minorca Avenue Coral Gables, Florida, 33134 Phone 305-460-5523 Website http://www.coralgables.com