Transfer Station Technician II

Oregon Metro•Metro South Transfer Station, OR

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

This recruitment is open continuous and those interested are encouraged to apply without delay. The first review date will be September 25th, 2026. Screening will be ongoing as applications are received. Metro is dedicated to shaping a better future for the greater Portland region. The work the people of Metro do every day benefits the lives of the people who live here, today, and tomorrow. Metro’s Waste Prevention and Environmental Services (WPES) department is looking for a Transfer Station Technician II to join the team at the Metro South Transfer Station. Transfer Station Technician II employees perform a range of operational duties that help keep garbage and recycling services safe, efficient and reliable. In addition to performing Transfer Station Technician I duties, this position operates motorized equipment, supports tipping floor and material recovery activities, maintains equipment and assists with training other employees. This position is a good fit for someone with transfer station or related experience who is ready to take on additional equipment, training and operational responsibilities.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
Two (2) years of experience, with one (1) year experience directly related to transfer station operations or related field, or Any combination of experience, education and training which provides the equivalent scope of knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the essential job duties.
Must possess, be able to obtain, maintain or complete the following training, licenses, and certifications: Within one (1) year of hire: Forklift certification, First Aid/CPR certification, Asbestos Awareness training, Bloodborne Pathogens training
Ability to safely operate and work around motorized equipment, moving machinery and other hazards found in a transfer station environment.
Ability to perform regular physical work, including standing, walking on uneven surfaces, bending, crouching, reaching, climbing and lifting up to 50 pounds, with occasional lifting of heavier objects.
Ability to work primarily outdoors in varying weather conditions and around municipal solid waste, occasional hazardous materials, dust, dirt, traffic, noise and strong or unpleasant odors.
Must be able to work the assigned schedule, which may include evenings, weekends and holidays, based on operational needs.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience operating forklifts, skid-steers, compactors or other heavy equipment.
Previous experience in a transfer station, solid waste, recycling, materials recovery, industrial processing or similar high-hazard work environment.
Experience working safely around moving equipment, heavy machinery, traffic and the public.
Experience providing customer service in a busy public-facing environment.
Experience training or providing guidance to coworkers on equipment operation or safe work practices.

Responsibilities

Safely operate transfer station compactors and motorized equipment weighing less than 15,000 pounds, including forklifts and skid-steers.
Perform the full range of duties of a Transfer Station Technician I, including supporting safe, clean and efficient transfer station operations.
Assist with unloading vehicles, material recovery and other activities on the transfer station tipping floor.
Maintain and care for motorized equipment, tools and other equipment used in daily operations.
Monitor site conditions, identify safety hazards and take appropriate action to protect employees, customers and the public.
Provide clear, professional customer service and information to commercial customers and members of the public.
Follow safety procedures, standard operating procedures, emergency protocols and requirements for handling municipal solid waste and occasional hazardous materials.
Assist supervisory staff with training Technician I employees in the safe operation of transfer station equipment after meeting applicable training and certification requirements.
Develop additional heavy equipment operation skills through training and, when qualified, perform Heavy Equipment Operator duties in a training capacity.
Work collaboratively with coworkers, supervisors, contractors and customers to maintain safe and effective daily operations.