Solid Waste Attendant

The Solid Waste Attendant provides support in daily operation and maintenance of the solid waste transfer station and demolition landfill facility, as well as the equipment, buildings, and grounds. This position does require a rotating scheduled Saturday shift.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs solid waste program services including loading outbound trailers and checking inbound loads to transfer station and landfill for contaminants and unacceptable items.
• Assists public with garbage, recycling, or household hazardous waste needs.
• Cleans out pit area.
• Enters bins to unplug.
• Bales and sorts cardboard.
• Accepts and organizes E-Waste and appliances.
• Accepts and processes paint and chemical waste.
• Manages compost and brush piles.
• Maintains driveway and roads on premises.
• Maintains and repairs buildings.
• Performs grounds maintenance including lawn mowing, trimming, cleanup, snow shoveling, etc.
• Operates a variety of tools, vehicles and equipment.
• Performs minor repairs, cleaning and lubing of equipment.
• Collects and transports recycling bins throughout the county.
• Accepts and records fees.
• Transports and provides work direction to Sentence to Service (STS) workers.
• Produces and maintains records.
• Performs computer data entry
• Attends training, educational and staff meetings as assigned.

While these are the primary focus of the position, we believe strongly in teamwork and employees will be called upon to perform a variety of duties as part of their role with the County.