Job Summary:

The Landfill Attendant will oversee landfill operations by providing information and support to haulers and other clients, monitoring loads and site activities, and collecting applicable fees.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Inspects hauler vehicles and/or loads to ensure location and type of load is appropriate; refuses loads that do not meet state and federal requirements.
• Weighs or measures loads; collects payment based on load type and size.
• Directs vehicles to correct dumping locations.
• Ensures proper handling and disposal of trash and recyclables.
• Answers inquiries related to landfill operations.
• Operates backhoe, loader, and other machinery as needed; performs general maintenance on all equipment.
• Prepares daily reports of all landfill activity, detailing information such as volume and types of waste and recyclables collected.
• Prepares and balances daily financial records.
• Maintains logs and records detailing disposal of hazardous waste materials.
• Performs upkeep around scales, throughout landfill grounds, and in administrative areas to ensure a safe and clean facility.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent customer service skills.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Ability to count and balance money as necessary to complete financial records.
• Basic understanding of laws and regulations related to hazardous materials.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with computer data entry and money handling required.
• Experience safely operating backhoe and loading equipment required; Class A CDL license preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Must work in extreme outside weather conditions.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Ability to traverse uneven ground.
• Visual acuity as needed to inspect loads.