Full-Time Transfer Station Attendant

About the Role

The Dalles Disposal, a Waste Connections company, is looking for a safety-minded Transfer Station Attendant to join our team in The Dalles, Oregon.

Schedule

Tuesday - Saturday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, with overtime opportunities often available.

Pay

Starting wage is $34.98/hour, increasing to $36.20/hour at 6 months pending a positive performance review.

Responsibilities

• Greet and direct all customers and employees upon entry of the transfer station.
• Safely and efficiently operate forklift, backhoe, and/or front-end loader.
• Run errands using company vehicle as needed.
• Measure trucks in and out and calculate payments for customers.
• Track measurement information in the computer system.
• Ensure that incoming garbage loads are safe and do not contain any inappropriate material.
• Work on your feet outside throughout your shift.
• Assist with office duties, filing, and paperwork as needed.
• Ensure that customers and employees conduct all business in a safe manner and wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
• Promote continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Ability to operate heavy equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ability to operate a company motor vehicle safely and efficiently.
• Knowledge of light and heavy equipment operation and maintenance.
• Must be dependable with an ability to lead.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs repeatedly throughout the day.
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.

This is a physical job working in a covered area as well as outdoors in all weather conditions. To be eligible for employment, candidates must pass a criminal background check, drug panel screening, and have an acceptable motor vehicle report.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• 401K
• Uniforms/Safety Gear
• Boot allowance of $300/year
• Overtime
• Year-round stable work

We also offer flexible spending account, long-term & short-term disability, life insurance, and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future".