Borough of South River, NJ Article III Employees

[Added 3-27-1986 by Ord. No. 1986-9]

§ 77-9 Class A mechanic.

[Amended 2-24-1999 by Ord. No. 1999-6]

A. Qualifications. A gasoline and diesel engine Class A mechanic is understood to be a person capable of providing all service and expertise to inspect, examine and repair all Borough auto and construction vehicles with various motive means, including diesel, gasoline, electric or propane engines fabricated by various manufacturers.

B. Experience. The Class A mechanic shall have a minimum of four years as a Class A mechanic in verifiable employment with a history of progressive advancement.

C. Education. The Class A mechanic shall have a minimum of high school education, preferably technically oriented. Supplemental training and technical education will be considered in determining compensation.

D. Duties.

(1) The Class A mechanic is expected to repair and troubleshoot (i.e., inspect and determine problems and be capable of resolving the same by repair and/or replacement) diesel engines, gasoline engines, automotive electrical systems, ignition systems, driving systems, transmissions, gear trains, clutches, hydraulic and manually operated systems, including braking systems, etc., for all types of Borough vehicles, including autos, trucks and miscellaneous heavy equipment, including but not limited to garbage trucks, forklifts, payloaders, graders, etc.

(2) The Class A mechanic shall be capable of maintaining vehicle in a safe operating manner.

(3) The Class A mechanic shall have the ability to implement preventative maintenance procedures for all vehicles.

(4) The Class A mechanic shall be capable of installing and maintaining various truck and auto miscellaneous components, such as lights, mirrors and accessories, including snowplows, sanders and other auxiliary devices normally required by the Department of Public Works.

(5) The Class A mechanic shall be capable of driving, inspecting and road testing all types of vehicles and shall prepare reports on conditions and aid in determining needed repairs and regular replacement procedures.

(6) The Class A mechanic shall assist other mechanics or helpers in effecting needed repairs or reconstruction or modifications.

(7) The Class A mechanic shall be capable of preparing requisitions and cost estimates for the purchase of necessary parts, components, etc., as needed to effect repairs and safe operation.

(8) The Class A mechanic shall be capable of preparing and aiding in the maintenance of a current status report of each Borough vehicle on which he works, which shall be posted in the Borough garage for inspection.

(9) The Class A mechanic shall have the ability to prepare written reports and recommendations to his supervisors for the repair, disposition and other relevant actions of all vehicles and garage facilities.

(10) The Class A mechanic shall perform such other duties that may be assigned by his superiors, including but not limited to the Director of Public Works, the Business Administrator or their designee.

E. Working days/hours. The Class A mechanic is expected to work 40 hours per week from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., five days per week, Monday through Friday with 1/2 hour for lunch or said hours assigned by the Director of Public Works or in his absence, the Business Administrator. He shall also be required, during emergencies such as snowstorms, hurricanes and other natural disasters, etc., to work round the clock to maintain the Borough's vehicles in operating status.

F. Other conditions.

(1) The mechanic must have a valid driver's license.

(2) The mechanic must have a full set of his own tools to perform requested services.

(3) He may also be required to perform other duties as directed by the Director of Public Works or, in his absence, the Business Administrator. These may include, but are not limited to, driving any of the Borough vehicles or operating any of its heavy equipment vehicles or performing any other service required by the Borough consistent with the employee's skill, experience and capability to operate safely.

(4) He must have an aptitude for welding and cutting, using various systems (heli-arc, gas, etc.) as required.

§ 77-10 Lead mechanic.

[Added 2-24-1999 by Ord. No. 1999-6]

A. Qualifications. A lead mechanic shall be a gasoline and diesel engine Class A mechanic capable of providing all service and expertise to inspect, examine and repair all Borough auto and construction vehicles of various motive means, including diesel, gasoline, electric or propane engines fabricated by various manufacturers. Said individual shall also have supervisory capabilities and organizational skills allowing said individual to supervise other Borough mechanics and to implement and maintain a maintenance and repair record system on all Borough vehicles.

B. Experience. The lead mechanic shall have a minimum of four years as a Class A mechanic and verifiable employment with a history of progressive advancement.

C. Education. The lead mechanic shall have a minimum of high school education, preferably technically oriented. Supplemental training, technical education and supervisory experience shall be considered in determining compensation.

D. Duties. The lead mechanic shall have all the duties of a Class A mechanic and in addition to such shall also have the following duties.

(1) Shall have the ability to implement and plan preventive maintenance procedures for all vehicles, maintain records with respect to the same and report with respect to the same to the Director of Public Works, or in his absence, the Business Administrator.

(2) Shall be responsible for scheduling routine maintenance on all vehicles.

(3) Shall prepare all requisitions and cost estimates for the purchase of necessary parts, components, etc., as required to effect repairs and continued safe operation.

(4) Shall prepare, maintain and host a current status report on each Borough vehicle and provide the same to the Director of Public Works, or in his absence, the Business Administrator.

(5) Shall prepare written reports and recommendations to management for the repair, disposition and other relevant actions on all vehicles and garage facilities.

(6) Shall perform such others duties that may be assigned by the Director of Public Works, or in his absence, the Business Administrator.

E. Working days/hours. The lead mechanic is expected to work 40 hours per week from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., five days per week, Monday through Friday, with 1/2 hour for lunch or other hours as assigned by the Director of Public Works or, in his absence, the Business Administrator. The lead mechanic is also required, during emergencies such as snowstorms, hurricanes, natural disasters, etc., to work if necessary around the clock to maintain the Borough vehicles in operating status.

F. Other conditions. The lead mechanic shall meet all requirements or other conditions as required of a Class A mechanic.

§ 77-11 Recycling Coordinator.

[Added 10-8-1987 by Ord. No. 1987-24]

A. Position created. There shall be created within the Borough of South River the position of Recycling Coordinator, which shall be within the Department of Public Works and under the supervision and control of the Superintendent of Streets and Roads.

B. Purpose. The Borough of South River, as a participant in the Middlesex County Solid Waste Program, intends to implement a recycling center and to provide its citizens with various recycling programs. In order to provide these services, a Recycling Coordinator is required.

C. Responsibilities. The Recycling Coordinator shall be responsible to plan, implement, coordinate and supervise the operation of the Borough of South River's recycling program and operations center, including the development of data and support facilities and personnel, as well as to keep records and prepare applications to obtain federal and state grants and/or loans for such.

D. Reportability. The Recycling Coordinator shall report to the appropriate Borough official, as designated by the Mayor and Council, or his designee.

E. Education. He shall have a minimum of a high school education. He shall also be required to supplement his education in appropriate disciplines, including recycling, legal restrictions and licensing requirements for the current and anticipated programs.

F. Experience. He shall have a minimum of four years of verifiable employment in a related field or fields, with a history of progressive advancement through subservient classifications.

G. Duties.

(1) The Recycling Coordinator shall be in charge of all recycling operations and facilities in the Borough of South River, including but not limited to the following:

(a) The erection, installation, operation and maintenance of the Borough's present and proposed recycling center.

(b) The collection, storage and disposal of all recyclable materials within the Borough, including paper, cardboard, various types of glass bottles, ferrous and nonferrous (primarily aluminum) scrap, appliances (white goods), oil, tires, leaves, compost material, wood chips, etc.

(c) The coordination and scheduling of the newspaper/cardboard recycling effort in the Borough.

(d) The completion and filing, in a timely fashion, of the New Jersey tonnage grant on a yearly basis.

(e) The coordination of any other related recycling programs.

(2) The Recycling Coordinator shall plan, direct, supervise and be responsible to the appropriate Borough official, as designated by the Mayor and Council, for the work, efficiency, actions, performance and conduct of all personnel assigned to the Borough's recycling programs. His duties with respect to use by the Borough of Middlesex County Probation Department community service workers in conjunction with the Borough's recycling program shall include the following:

(a) To schedule and arrange with the Middlesex County Probation Department to have the necessary number of community service personnel to complete projects, as required by department heads, on a weekly basis.

(b) To supervise community service personnel on a weekly basis to assure completion of assigned projects in a timely and orderly fashion.

(c) To complete the necessary paperwork required by the Middlesex County Probation Department with regard to hours worked and type of work performed by community service personnel.

(3) The Recycling Coordinator shall prepare and submit requisitions for all material used in the normal operation of all recycling activities and shall be directly responsible for an inventory control system and its updating, covering the materials and supplies used, on hand and on order and the cost of the same.

(4) The Recycling Coordinator shall maintain such records as may be required to satisfy all federal, state and local laws and requirements regarding the collection, storage, sale and disposal of all recycled materials.

(5) The Recycling Coordinator shall be directly responsible for the appraisal and evaluation, with and under the direction of the Personnel Department and the appropriate Borough official, as designated by the Mayor and Council, of the quantity and quality of work done by the personnel assigned to him. He shall assist in the employees evaluation report of all personnel assigned to him.

(6) The Recycling Coordinator shall be directly responsible to the appropriate Borough official, as designated by the Mayor and Council, for the planning and the preparation of the annual budget to be established for the Office of Recycling Programs.

(7) The Recycling Coordinator shall maintain and certify the accuracy of the daily time report or record and other statistical reports as may be required.

(8) The Recycling Coordinator shall have the authority to direct and supervise the performance and on-the-job training of personnel assigned to him.

(9) The Recycling Coordinator shall be responsible to keep the governing body, various department heads and other affected Borough offices and personnel informed as to new developments and improved techniques in connection with his activities and responsibilities.

(10) The Recycling Coordinator shall be directly responsible for those other duties that may be assigned to him by the Mayor and Borough Council from time to time.

H. Other requirements. The Recycling Coordinator shall:

(1) Have a valid New Jersey driver's license.

(2) Be able to plan and coordinate his activities and to provide requested services to conform to the schedules and duties of Borough departments.

(3) Have an aptitude for tactfully dealing with the public, press, regulatory authorities and Borough officials, as required in such a highly visible position.

I. Working days/hours. The Recycling Coordinator shall be required to work those hours necessary to complete his duties as set forth in this job description, and as may be assigned to him from time to time. He shall also be required to maintain weekly time records of all work performed by him, and to submit the same, on a monthly basis, to the appropriate Borough official, as designated by the Mayor and Council.