Transfer Station Operator I (OPEN & PROMOTIONAL)

Spokane County•Valley, AL

9d•$47,757 - $66,498

About The Position

The Transfer Station Operator I performs lower-level work supporting transfer station operations, including customer flow, recycling operations, general housekeeping, and other related duties. The position works under the direction of the Transfer Station Site Supervisor and the Transfer Stations Operations Manager. Work takes place in an office environment and on-site at the Transfer Station, including outdoors and occasional travel within the County. The role involves screening incoming materials, helping customers dispose of and recycle materials properly, and keeping the facility clean and safe. Employees learn to operate equipment for transfer station operations and perform equipment checks, maintenance, fueling, and inspections. A resume is required with the application. Priority consideration is given in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement or County policy.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
One year of work experience in wastewater, construction, equipment operations, or another manual labor profession.
Possess a valid driver's license at the time of employment and maintain it for the duration of employment.
Obtain OSHA HazMat Certification and/or 24-hour HAZWOPER Certification within six months of the hire date.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and supervisors.
Pass required safety and equipment-operation training.
Deal with citizens in an informed and courteous manner.
Perform medium to heavy physical labor for extended periods.
Explain and demonstrate established policies, procedures, and standards; follow specific instructions and respond to requests.
Communicate verbally effectively with coworkers, supervisors, management, other agencies, and the general public.
Demonstrate the physical ability to complete job-related tasks.
Use and operate tools, equipment, and applicable machinery proficiently and safely.

Responsibilities

Visually screen incoming loads for acceptability and direct or assist customers in moving materials to the proper drop-off location.
Receive, collect, and sort materials for disposal at appropriate sites.
Provide customers with information and assistance regarding disposal and recycling procedures, fees, rules, policies, and options.
Learn through training to operate equipment efficiently and competently as needed for Transfer Station operations.
Perform daily safety checks, maintenance, fueling, and inspection of equipment, and maintain time and equipment records.
Advise a supervisor or designee and/or the appropriate department of potential hazards or needed facility or equipment repairs.
Perform transfer station tasks, including attending household hazardous waste and recycling-area drop-off locations.
Clean and sweep the facility and pick up litter to keep the site presentable and clean.
Perform other related duties as required or assigned.