Solid Waste Attendant- Part-time

This is a part-time position in which the employee normally works less than 1,000 hours a year.

About the role

This part-time position is assigned to the Solid Waste Disposal Division, which includes recycling operations. The work hours vary depending on duties assigned.

Responsibilities

• Staff gate entrances or landfill pit area, or perform recycling and/or waste diversion operations.
• Serve as a control point for vehicles entering the facilities.
• Control unloading of waste at designated location(s).
• Ensure regulations and policies are enforced, validate permits, and keep daily logs.
• Assist in achieving objectives and goals, and coordinate with supervisor and crews.
• Check incoming vehicles for proper permitting and composition of load according to Federal, State, and local regulations.
• Maintain written daily logs, including billing volumes for commercial users.
• Estimate cubic yardage of loads on incoming vehicles and punch disposal permits accordingly.
• Maintain grounds free of debris, including picking up debris from grounds around the building and perimeter.
• Advise facility users of Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) regulations, local ordinances, or policies pertaining to vehicles hauling refuse, confinement of waste, and use of the facilities.
• Answer routine inquiries of customers and refer complaints to supervisors.
• Inform supervisor of any pertinent needs, problems, incidents, or accidents.
• Communicate with supervisor and other crew members via radio and phone.
• Monitor users offloading to ensure materials are placed in the appropriate containers or areas.
• Ensure only approved waste materials are unloaded.
• Operate and maintain forklift and baler in a safe manner and in accordance with policy.
• Assist in keeping the Drop-Off Center and other facilities safe and clean.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

• High school graduate or GED, or equivalent experience to meet requisite skills.

Skills

• Knowledge of TCEQ regulations, local ordinances, and policies pertaining to vehicles hauling refuse, confinement of waste in vehicles, the proper unloading of wastes, and operation of disposal and recycling facilities.