Landfill Gate Attendant

Delta County Colorado•Eckert, CO

3d•$18 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

The gate attendant is responsible for accurately and efficiently monitoring and recording waste volumes entering the landfill site for regulatory and procedural compliance, as well as collecting appropriate usage fees from customers and accounts. This position works Tuesday to Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Level I applies basic skills while developing some specialized skills in procedures, operations, techniques, tools, materials, and/or equipment appropriate to area of specialization; performs routine and/or repetitive tasks; limited decision making required; generally, works under close supervision; has no or limited experience; work is performed from within specific limits of established procedures and/or defined instructions. (0 – 5 years of experience). Level II applies skills and job knowledge in area of specialization; applies procedures, operations, techniques, tools, materials, and/or equipment to meet needs of area of specialization at an intermediate level of knowledge and understanding; may work on non-routine tasks, projects, and applications; resolves issues/makes working decisions within area of specialization or responsibility with minimal supervision. (minimum of 1 year of experience).

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
At least three (3) years of customer service experience with ability to perform basic math computations are required; an understanding of landfill regulatory compliance preferred. (Level I)
At least two (2) years of gate attendant experience in a solid waste facility with intermediate knowledge of regulatory compliance and landfill operation is required. (Level II)
Must be able to proficiently process and complete at least four (4) of the following duties with minimal oversight and error: Obtain, ensure completion of, and submit appropriate paperwork for trailer house disposal. Train employees in scale house coverage duties. Reprint copies of ticket and charge accounts when lost. Complete monthly and annual reports for manager. Operate facility equipment as necessary. Set up and maintain charge accounts. Complete collection of bad debts. (Level II)
Combination of education and experience could waive specific requirement.
Valid Colorado Driver’s License
Background check

Nice To Haves

an understanding of landfill regulatory compliance preferred. (Level I)

Responsibilities

Receive and inspect all trash being dumped for regulatory and procedural compliance.
Calculate, receive, and account for dumping fees in accordance with landfill guidelines.
Work with accounting representative to run and mail billing statements on a regular basis.
Inspect trash for amount and type, paying close attention to hazardous materials, dangerous trash or infectious materials.
Communicate with public and politely explain policies of landfill.
Create, maintain, and record meeting and report documents.
Calculate charges for trash to be dumped by type, volume or weight.
Take cash and provide change and/or complete landfill ticket and charge ticket.
Post all tickets by fee, type, volume, and total daily receipts for records.
Keep daily log of unusual circumstances and weather conditions: wind speed, direction, etc.
Keep gatehouse clean.
Communicate special waste items with operators as necessary.
Order and maintain supplies as necessary; create facility signage.
Monitor and complete Tire Manifests for bulk tires.
Monitor and document oil tank and steel; notify companies for disposal as necessary.
Inspect all loads for hazardous materials and other prohibited material.
Work up summary reports and make nightly deposits as required.
Make random load checks as required.
Repair and transport recycle trailer to scheduled recycle sites as necessary.
Pick up loose and blowing paper when time requirements permit.
Direct the public in safe dumping of waste and assure good practices are adhered to.
Interact with public in a friendly, tactful manner to resolve problems.
Work well with others in a cooperative atmosphere showing respect and support.
Answer phones and solid waste questions, take and relay messages, operate radio.
Obtain, ensure completion of, and submit appropriate paperwork for trailer house disposal.
Train employees in scale house coverage duties.
Reprint copies of ticket and charge accounts when lost.
Correct scale tickets as necessary and provide copies to appropriate individuals.
Complete monthly and annual reports for manager.
Create reports for State and Federal agencies as required.
Assist with inspections.
Create, monitor and update procedure book for scale house.
Operate facility equipment as necessary.
Set up and maintain charge accounts.
Complete collection of bad debts.
Should the Board of County Commissioners or another authorized representative issue a local disaster declaration in Delta County, all Delta County employees may be called upon to serve as disaster service workers.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision insurance
Selective optional insurances available to the employee and eligible dependents on a cost share basis between employee and the organization
Life insurance and employee only medical insurance is available at no cost to the employee
Pre-tax flexible spending account (FSA)
Employees contribute 4% of their salary to a 401(a) retirement account fully matched with 4% from the County
Optional 457(b) tax advantaged deferred-compensation retirement plan
Paid time off is accrued at 14 hours per month to start
11 paid holidays per calendar year
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that includes 6 counseling sessions along with some legal and financial support counseling
Modified work schedules for positions and employees that qualify
Additional employee discounts and fringe benefits are available