Recycle Center Attendant
About The Position
The Recycle Center Attendant monitors and screens waste and recyclable materials delivered by residents to County Recycle Centers. The position helps the public place materials in the proper containers, monitors container capacity, and maintains a safe and orderly site. Duties include opening and closing the facility, assisting drivers with container changes, sorting recyclables, removing contaminants, monitoring waste disposal, directing residents, performing minor maintenance, and assisting handicapped individuals. The role involves working independently with minimal supervision to support efficient center operations and community needs. The position works under the supervision of the Recycle Center Crew Leader and the Solid Waste Director. The entry salary is $31,200 ($15.00 per hour). The job is posted until filled.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- Valid state driver's license.
- Ability to perform semi-routine work by following procedures and address occasional problems.
- Ability to use basic addition and subtraction.
- Ability to read simple sentences, instructions, or work orders.
- Ability to write simple sentences and complete simple job forms.
- Ability to speak simple sentences using basic grammar.
- Ability to perform simple, repetitive manual, clerical, or operating tasks by following a few definite procedures.
- Ability to perform minor short-term planning and attend to detail for accurate results.
Responsibilities
- Restrict use of the Recycle Center to Oconee County residents and property owners by verifying license plates and/or identification as needed.
- Direct businesses to the Solid Waste Complex or landfill and notify a supervisor when a business or contractor violates county ordinance.
- Open and close the recycle center, ensuring timely service.
- Answer questions, resolve conflicts, and inform the public about proper recycling and waste disposal methods.
- Monitor loads delivered for disposal, direct residents to appropriate containers, and screen disposals to prevent hazardous materials from entering the waste stream.
- Direct traffic at centers.
- Sort recyclable materials from small public containers into large roll-off containers, remove contaminants, and place materials appropriately.
- Monitor recyclable container volume and notify the office when containers reach maximum capacity.
- Operate stationary compactors and ensure proper disposal of household waste and recyclables.
- Assist drivers with changing compactors and containers, and clean under and around containers.
- Maintain the center and surrounding area in a safe, clean, and orderly condition, including picking up garbage and debris, pulling weeds, and washing the parking lot.
- Maintain records of daily activities.
- Answer the telephone and provide information and assistance to callers.
- Clean and maintain assigned tools.
- Inform residents about proper household waste disposal and how to prepare recyclables.
- Assist with other solid waste department functions as assigned.
- Assist handicapped residents with placing recyclables and garbage into appropriate receptacles.
- Assist the Recycle Center Crew Leader with atypical activities or events.
- Perform minor maintenance tasks, including painting and yard work.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
