What are the responsibilities and job description for the Landfill Associate position at Alamance County Government?
The Landfill Associate provides customer service and support for our County Landfill operation. This position will be a team member within the Landfill department. Within this role the candidate will be expected to work together in a safe and productive environment. This role supports a seven-day-a-week operation. Schedule will include some weekends and holidays on a rotating basis.
MAJOR ACCOUNTABLITIES/ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Reasonable Accommodations Statement- Inspect vehicles to determine acceptability of load or appropriate location of load.
- Assist Landfill customers at the waste/recycling collection convenience center; including taking payments, routing traffic to appropriate locations and physically handling and disposing of garbage and recyclables.
- Operate computerized scales to weigh in-going and outgoing vehicles with garbage and recyclables.
- Accept and balance payments from scale and convenience center customers.
- Close out daily scale house and convenience center and prepare/balance appropriate deposit/financial reports.
- Answer and assist customers either by phone or in person.
- Operation of backhoe and skid steer will be expected as training will be given.
- Conduct general maintenance of equipment including safety inspections and cleaning.
- Housekeeping duties will be expected to ensure cleanliness of facilities associated with the landfill, basic sweeping, dusting and cleaning.
- Performs other job related duties as trained and assigned.
Education: High School diploma or equivalent required.
Experience: Previous cash handling experience is a plus. Prior skid steer and backhoe experience is preferred.
Computer Skills: Prior experience with data-entry and computers preferred. Prior Microsoft Windows usages preferred.
License/Credentials: Possession of a valid driver’s license is required. Any Microsoft certifications are an advantage.
Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Analytical – Ability to analyze statistical data, keep accurate records and complete reports.
• Autonomy – Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
• Customer Oriented - Ability to take care of the customers’ needs while following company procedures.
• Ethical - Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.
• Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful, maintain high level of confidentiality and be seen as credible in the workplace.
• Judgement – Ability to use good judgement and discretion as it relates to interpreting policies and procedures.
• Multitasker – Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Problem Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.
• Relationship Building - Ability to effectively build relationships with customers and co-workers.
• Safety-Minded – Creating a safe work environment; managing risks; reducing exposure liabilities.
• Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines
Physical Demands:N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position
O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5 hrs/day)
F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5 hrs/day)
C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time 5.5 hrs/day)
Physical Demands:
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Vision (Near, Distance, Peripheral)
Work Environment
Outdoor Environment - All weather elements can be present throughout the year. Noise, dust, fumes and Unpleasant odors are present.
Salary : $20 - $24