Collection Center Attendant Part-Time

Chatham, County of•Multiple locations, NC

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Join our dedicated team as a Collection Center Attendant (Part-Time), where your skills and commitment will play a vital role in ensuring a smooth and efficient collection process. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about providing exceptional customer service and maintaining a clean, organized environment. In this position, you will engage with customers, assist with their needs, and uphold our high standards of quality and safety. If you thrive in a dynamic setting and are eager to make a positive impact in your community, we want to hear from you!

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to perform manual work in varying weather conditions.
Ability to stand for long periods of time and repeatedly bend and reach.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to communicate well, both orally and in writing.
Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods of time as required by work assignments.
Ability to exercise tact and courtesy in contact with the general public.
Ability to establish and maintain effective professional relationships with the general public, management, and co-workers.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public.
Must possess a valid North Carolina driver's license and/or reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

Performs semiskilled work in the operation and maintenance of the Chatham County Collection Centers including verifying decals for use of centers, inspecting, directing, and managing items for correct placement, operating equipment, communicating information to users, and performing related work as apparent or assigned.
Operating the Collection Centers including opening, closing, keeping clean, operating equipment, and following all rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Checking decals to ensure the visitor is eligible to use the center; providing information to those who cannot use the centers.
Properly managing containers- inspecting loads, enforcing limits, directing to correct containers, and removing items that were incorrectly placed.
Communicating clearly with visitors about proper disposal, policies, rules, etc.; answering questions about all Solid Waste & Recycling services; and providing excellent customer service with a positive attitude and professional demeanor.
Monitoring and controlling traffic on-site.
Adhering to the departmental safety rules and regulations, and using appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE); ensuring the safety of self, visitors, contractors, and other employees.
Responsible for operating and maintaining equipment to compact garbage, performing light custodial work, cleaning areas around and under containers, and picking up trash and litter around the site.
Completing required paperwork properly, communicating information to the appropriate staff person, and reporting any issues.
Assists co-workers and other departments as necessary.
Attends training as needed and Performs other duties as assigned.