Recycling and Transfer Facility Attendant
About The Position
The Town of Cohasset is seeking a dedicated Attendant to join the team at the town’s Recycling and Transfer Facility (RTF) . Reporting to the RTF Operations Manager, the RTF Attendant delivers high-level customer service by greeting the public upon arrival at the Recycling and Transfer Station. The Attendant is responsible for communicating procedures, assists with the intake monies for pay-per-drop items and aids in general operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, good communication skills, and a commitment to promoting sustainable practices within the community. Principal Responsibilities: The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed . The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. 45% General Operations Open and close the transfer station gates according to schedule. Direct incoming vehicles to proper disposal areas, check for valid transfer station permit Keep transfer station clean, pick-up debris, and help keep staff areas clean Receive payments for additional charge waste items Assist in starting/ stopping machinery as needed using stop and start buttons Perform work assignments in a prompt, efficient and safe manner. Maintain a neat and tidy work environment, pickup windblown or discarded debris 50% Public Communications Greet visitors entering the facility Explain transfer station procedures to general public ; monitoring materials to prohibit disposal of prohibited items. Always represent the town in a professional manner. Commitment to maintaining a good working relationship with coworkers, other town officials and the general public . 5% Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- A High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Must have at least six (6) months of experience in a customer service environment.
- Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions, communicate with others, and work independently.
- Knowledge and ability to follow all general safety procedures and practices.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in cash handling is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Open and close the transfer station gates according to schedule.
- Direct incoming vehicles to proper disposal areas, check for valid transfer station permit
- Keep transfer station clean, pick-up debris, and help keep staff areas clean
- Receive payments for additional charge waste items
- Assist in starting/ stopping machinery as needed using stop and start buttons
- Perform work assignments in a prompt, efficient and safe manner.
- Maintain a neat and tidy work environment, pickup windblown or discarded debris
- Greet visitors entering the facility
- Explain transfer station procedures to general public ; monitoring materials to prohibit disposal of prohibited items.
- Always represent the town in a professional manner.
- Commitment to maintaining a good working relationship with coworkers, other town officials and the general public
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- annual performance-based step increases and cost-of-living (COLA)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
