Part-Time Site Attendant (PRN)

About the role

Transylvania County Solid Waste is hiring three Part-Time Site Attendants to work on an as-needed (PRN) basis. These positions support residents by ensuring trash and recyclables are placed in the correct containers at our Collection Centers and by collecting applicable fees. Work locations include the Calvert, See Off Road, Pisgah Forest, and Woodruff Road Collection Centers. This role works under the moderate supervision of the Solid Waste Coordinator.

Responsibilities

• Operates landfill scale; weighs solid waste and calculates charges; and collects monies for disposal fees.
• Completes required paperwork pertaining to inspections and tire trailer.
• Receives and responds to inquiries; assists the general public with recycling materials and waste collection; and directs the general public to the proper location for disposing of materials.
• Sells tags; accounts for transactions on account reports; and prepares and makes bank deposits.
• Cleans and monitors site so it is safe for County residents.
• Maintains the parking lot and grounds by sweeping, shoveling, and picking dropped and windblown debris.
• Affords assistance in landfill maintenance; opens and closes landfill; mows lawns; and performs weeding and sweeping.
• Affords assistance to drivers in the transfer of containers.
• Monitors loads for hazardous materials; and ensures safety procedures are followed.
• Provides coverage for the Cashier, as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or its equivalent.
• Valid North Carolina Driver's License.
• Successful completion of SBI background check with required fingerprinting by Sheriff Office.
• Successful completion of Transylvania County standard background check.
• Successful completion of drug screening.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the various materials recycled by the County.
• Knowledge of a variety of maintenance and manual tasks involved in operation of a landfill and solid waste/recyclables collection site.
• Ability to understand and follow specific oral instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public.

Skills

• Knowledge of the various materials recycled by the County.
• Knowledge of a variety of maintenance and manual tasks involved in operation of a landfill and solid waste/recyclables collection site.
• Ability to understand and follow specific oral instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public.

Benefits

• Electronic Payroll Deposit: County employees are paid on a bi-weekly basis, totaling 26 pay periods each year. Paychecks are distributed through secure ACH direct deposit, available to all banks and credit unions. Deposits are scheduled so that funds are accessible by Friday morning on each payday.
• Credit Union: County Employees may be a member of the Civic Federal Credit Union. Local office is in Asheville. Learn more by visiting www.civicfcu.com
• First Citizens Bank: First Citizens offers special bank packages for County Employees: checking with interest, no minimum balance on savings account, $500 towards closing costs on a First Citizens mortgage, and low introductory APR on balance transfers for various rewards. Learn more by visiting our local office in Brevard, located directly across the street from the County Administration Building.
• Retirement: 401K – Empower Retirement – Voluntary Employee Contributions, rollovers from prior plans, etc. 457 – Nationwide Retirement Solutions – Voluntary Employee Contributions, rollovers from prior plans, etc.
• Local Discounts: County ID must be presented to receive discount. Advance Auto Parts – 10% off Auto Zone Auto Parts – 10% off Brevard Clay – 10% off all Paint Your Own Pottery! The Brevard Clothing Company – 20% off all items The Clothing Connection – 20% off all items Cardinal Cleaners – 15% off all items Headwaters Outfitters – 15% off full retail price items (some exclusion apply), group rates for trips down the French Broad River. Healthy Harvest Natural Foods – 10% off on dietary supplements only (vitamins, minerals, and herbal) Jiffy Lube – 15% off up to $15.00 on everything except tire purchase, Brevard location only La Petite Spa & Wellness – 10% off any services that are offered. Lilly T’s Clothing Company– 20% off all items to County Employees Main Street Ltd– 15% off entire purchase Pescados's Burritos – 15% off Rae & Ivy– 10% off entire purchase Subway – 10% off at both Brevard locations Tan 360 – 10% off entire purchase Workout Anytime - $1 enrollment, $15 month Basic or $25 month Premium

Pay

Payroll & Banking Benefits: Electronic Payroll Deposit: County employees are paid on a bi-weekly basis, totaling 26 pay periods each year. Paychecks are distributed through secure ACH direct deposit, available to all banks and credit unions. Deposits are scheduled so that funds are accessible by Friday morning on each payday. Employees have the option to split their paycheck between two accounts—one with a specified dollar amount and the other receiving the remaining balance. Credit Union: County Employees may be a member of the Civic Federal Credit Union. Local office is in Asheville. Learn more by visiting www.civicfcu.com First Citizens Bank: First Citizens offers special bank packages for County Employees: checking with interest, no minimum balance on savings account, $500 towards closing costs on a First Citizens mortgage, and low introductory APR on balance transfers for various rewards. Learn more by visiting our local office in Brevard, located directly across the street from the County Administration Building. Retirement: 401K – Empower Retirement – Voluntary Employee Contributions, rollovers from prior plans, etc. 457 – Nationwide Retirement Solutions – Voluntary Employee Contributions, rollovers from prior plans, etc. Local Discounts: County ID must be presented to receive discount Advance Auto Parts – 10% off Auto Zone Auto Parts – 10% off Brevard Clay – 10% off all Paint Your Own Pottery! The Brevard Clothing Company – 20% off all items The Clothing Connection – 20% off all items Cardinal Cleaners – 15% off all items Headwaters Outfitters – 15% off full retail price items (some exclusion apply), group rates for trips down the French Broad River. Healthy Harvest Natural Foods – 10% off on dietary supplements only (vitamins, minerals, and herbal) Jiffy Lube – 15% off up to $15.00 on everything except tire purchase, Brevard location only La Petite Spa & Wellness – 10% off any services that are offered. Lilly T’s Clothing Company– 20% off all items to County Employees Main Street Ltd– 15% off entire purchase Pescados's Burritos – 15% off Rae & Ivy– 10% off entire purchase Subway – 10% off at both Brevard locations Tan 360 – 10% off entire purchase Workout Anytime - $1 enrollment, $15 month Basic or $25 month Premium

Schedule

Work is scheduled on an as-needed basis during the operating hours of the County’s Collection Centers: Pisgah Forest: Monday–Saturday, 8:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Calvert: Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. See Off: Monday–Saturday, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Shifts may vary depending on staffing needs at each site.