Site Attendant - Part Time

Dorchester County•Multiple locations, SC

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this job is to monitor and screen all waste and recyclable materials delivered by residents to County convenience centers; to assist the public in placing materials in proper containers; to monitor container volume; and to maintain site appearance and safety. This position works under close supervision according to set procedures.

Requirements

High School Graduation or GED equivalent.
Some related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.

Responsibilities

Ensuring the timely opening and closing of assigned convenience center; locking building and gates at the end of the day.
Monitoring and screening all waste and recyclable materials delivered by residents to County convenience centers.
Directing traffic at drop-off sites.
Ensuring trash compactor is operational and ready to receive waste from County residents.
Assisting the public in placing materials in proper containers; determining if waste is acceptable; transferring recyclables from small to large bins; and properly sorts them.
Monitoring containers to ensure adequate space for continued disposal; calls in end-of-the-day waste and recyclable container volumes as required for scheduling the next day’s collections; calling in collection requests as needed.
Removing any and all contamination from containers.
Making sure containers are emptied when full.
Cleaning up spills in oil collection section and report weekly oil volume readings.
Maintaining convenience center and surrounding area in a clean, orderly manner; picks up trash and debris as necessary; cleaning drop pans; and hosing down areas to eliminate spills and odors.
Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of daily activities.
Answering telephones; provides information and/or assistance to callers and supervisors.
Cleaning and maintaining assigned equipment and tools.
Providing training and leadership to workers as assigned.
Assisting with other Solid Waste Department functions as assigned.
Performing all duties in accordance with all County policies and procedures, standards of quality and safety, and all applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations.
Performs other related job duties as assigned.
When requested before, during, or after an emergency event, County employees are expected to work and serve the public in coping with the emergency.