What are the responsibilities and job description for the Solid Waste Collection Site Attendant POS # Various position at Cumberland County?
- Open and close solid waste container site as prescribed by schedule
- Inspect all loads of incoming waste and ensure disposal in proper bin/container/box
- Assist container site users by providing guidance on proper disposal of solid waste and recyclables, answering questions, and helping users dispose of their debris in the appropriate bin/ container/ box; and empty oil containers into 500-gallon tank before closing site daily
- Operate and utilize tools essential in the maintenance and minor repair for cleaning and upkeep of container site, and maintain cleanliness of site to include: raking grass and leaves, removing weeds, edging, sweeping parking lot and around compactor and recycling areas, picking-up loose debris and placing in proper container/box, cleaning compactor outside and underneath when box is changed, and cleaning signs and attendant building
- Coordinate with supervisor when there is waste and recyclables to be picked up from the site
- Maintain log book on volumes of waste in boxes at site in accordance with Solid Waste Management policies and NCDENR regulations
- Perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs on various equipment used at container site
- Operate light equipment such as pickup trucks, mowers, trimmers, and edger's and assist truck drivers in clean-up around boxes after they have been pulled
High school or General Educational Development diploma and five (5) months of experience involving grounds maintenance work and dealing with the public; or an equivalent combination of education experience.
- Knowledge of the standard methods, materials and equipment employed in basic landscaping and grounds maintenance operations and proper methods and safety precautions for general grounds maintenance work
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
- Ability to exercise tact and courtesy in contact with the general public
- Ability to consistently perform essential functions of this position under varying weather conditions
- Ability to work weekends and holidays on a permanent basis
- Ability to operate and maintain motorized machinery and power and hand tools used in general grounds maintenance
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitate by work assignments
Conditions of Employment:
Successful candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment with Cumberland County must pass pre-employment screenings, including criminal history checks and drug screenings, as required by Cumberland County Policies and Procedures, prior to beginning work or receiving a final offer of employment. Refusal to submit to testing or testing positive for prohibited substances will result in the withdrawal of the conditional employment offer.
Cumberland County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at Cumberland County are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other status protected by applicable laws and regulations. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Salary : $34,249
