Recycling and Solid Waste Site Technician

Responsibilities

• Interacts with the public and private hauling contractors on matters related to solid waste disposal and recycling.
• Communicates with vendors and contractors for removal of solid waste and recyclables.
• Communicates with state and county agencies in reference to regulatory matters.
• Establishes a price and collects fee for the disposal of solid wastes.
• Answers customer questions and complaints.
• Provides instructions for recyclables.
• Accounts for daily revenues and completes daily reports.
• Performs landscaping duties.
• Organizes the recyclables.
• Cleans the site including sweeping and washing down the surfaces, which come in contact with solid wastes.
• Schedules large boxes for drop off and pickup.
• Repairs and maintains existing equipment.
• Collects dumping fees.
• Affirms the services delivered meet quality and timeliness standards.
• Communicates all changes and problems to supervisor.
• Maintains the general appearance of the transfer station.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• One year of experience in a recycling plant or similar facility preferred.
• Class “C” Driver’s License.

Benefits

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees who work less than 30 hours per week over the course of a year, receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis. To learn more details, visit our benefits page.