Crew Lead - Portland

TITLE: Crew Lead COMPANY: Interstate Business Solutions, LLC (www.cleanerhighways.com) LOCATION:?Portland, OR TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT:?Regular Full-Time TRAVEL (Overnight):?No COMPENSATION: $20/hour SCHEDULE:?The Portland operation runs two shifts, one from Sunday through Thursday and the other from Tuesday through Saturday. These shifts run from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM on normal workdays but may be modified according to the needs of the business. COMPANY BACKGROUND Interstate Business Solutions is dedicated to creating cleaner, safer, and more sustainable environments in our communities. We specialize in litter abatement, homeless encampment cleanup, and other essential services that improve the quality of life in urban and suburban areas. IBS is a fair chance employer who hires people who are justice involved, experience homelessness and/or substance abuse. Our commitment to excellence, innovation, and community well-being sets us apart as a leader in our field.? DAY IN THE LIFE Our typical litter collection crews are staffed with: Crew Members who perform litter collection. Crew Leads who operate the vehicles transporting the crews and oversee the crew(s) in the absence of the Supervisor. On a typical day, the Crew Lead will arrive at the parking location to collect their assigned company vehicle. They will perform a pre-trip inspection of the vehicle, then meet their assigned crew at a central location. The Crew Lead will transport the Crew Members to their assigned working location. Throughout the day the Crew Lead will exit the vehicle to collect litter, load bagged litter onto the vehicle, and move Crew Members around as necessary. They will lead the crew in the absence of the Supervisor. JOB DUTIES Leadership Lead the crew in the absence of the Supervisor Assist team with litter collection, loading, and unloading as necessary to ensure performance goals are being met Communicate clear, concise instructions to employees. Safety Obey all safety rules and regulations, including the wear of required Personal Protective Equipment Ensure that all employees are working safely and wearing required Personal Protective Equipment Place, move, and recover temporary traffic control signage throughout the workday Immediately correct any unsafe situations when possible. Report any hazards or unsafe conditions to the Supervisor immediately. Performance Report to work at the scheduled time and work the entire assigned shift. Meet assigned litter collection goals, while striving for continuous improvement and gains in efficiency and performance Skills Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals Apply understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.? Operate cargo vans, large trucks, and vehicles pulling a trailer. Administrative support Train new employees in the safe and efficient execution of their assigned duties. Other duties as assigned MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS One year of leadership experience Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record Reliable transportation to meet assigned location as early as 6:00am Stand and walk up to 5 miles per day over rough, steep, and uneven terrain in all weather conditions Lift up to 25lbs regularly throughout the day, and 50lbs occasionally Use of grabber-type device Sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch occasionally Use hands and arms to operate grabber-type device, finger, handle, feel, and reach regularly Talk and hear regularly See items with close, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to focus PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Outdoor work leadership experience Bilingual – English and Spanish High-school diploma or GED WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will occasionally be exposed to fumes or airborne particles; and will frequently be exposed to moving traffic and outdoor weather conditions. The noise level for this environment will be loud. Requires collection of litter along roadways and rights-of-way for extended periods and in all types of weather. BENEFITS Matching 401(k)? Dental insurance? Vision insurance?? Disability insurance?? Flexible schedule?? Health insurance?? Life insurance?? Paid Time Off? SUMMARY As part of its employment process, Interstate Business Solutions may procure or have prepared a criminal background check. An applicant with an unsatisfactory criminal background check report will still be considered for employment with relief. Must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States. IBS is dedicated to the achievement of equality of opportunity for all its employees and applicants for employment. This broadly interpreted policy not only prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any protected category under state, local, or federal law, but also ensures that qualified individuals will be given the opportunity to join IBS and progress within IBS in accordance with their own abilities. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS One year of leadership experience Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record Reliable transportation to meet assigned location as early as 6:00am Stand and walk up to 5 miles per day over rough, steep, and uneven terrain in all weather conditions Lift up to 25lbs regularly throughout the day, and 50lbs occasionally Use of grabber-type device Sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch occasionally Use hands and arms to operate grabber-type device, finger, handle, feel, and reach regularly Talk and hear regularly See items with close, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to focus PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Outdoor work leadership experience Bilingual – English and Spanish High-school diploma or GED WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will occasionally be exposed to fumes or airborne particles; and will frequently be exposed to moving traffic and outdoor weather conditions. The noise level for this environment will be loud. Requires collection of litter along roadways and rights-of-way for extended periods and in all types of weather. As part of its employment process, Interstate Business Solutions may procure or have prepared a criminal background check. An applicant with an unsatisfactory criminal background check report will still be considered for employment with relief. Must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States. IBS is dedicated to the achievement of equality of opportunity for all its employees and applicants for employment. This broadly interpreted policy not only prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any protected category under state, local, or federal law, but also ensures that qualified individuals will be given the opportunity to join IBS and progress within IBS in accordance with their own abilities.