Transfer Station Attendant

Under general supervision of the Solid Waste Manager, assists residents in the use of the transfer station and the recycling program; inspects customer materials and directs them to the appropriate area; ensures that customers observe safe practices while on the site; maintains logs and records as required; performs routine grounds maintenance and landscaping.  The Transfer Station Attendant collects, logs, and balances fees received to ensure a compliant cash handling procedure.

• High School diploma or GED equivalent and one (1) year of experience in labor.
• Relevant cashier work experience is preferred.
• Valid State of New Mexico Driver's license or able to obtain within six (6) months of employment.

• Work is performed primarily in an outdoor environment; may be required to lift and carry items more than 50 pounds.
• May be exposed to dangerous machinery, potential physical harm, fumes and airborne particles and extreme weather conditions.   Noise level is usually loud.
• Work schedule for this position may include working on religious holidays.
• Utilize, process, and navigate the County’s electronic ERP system as necessary and appropriate based on the needs and requirements of this position.

The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks.

• Provides courteous and helpful customer service to residents using the transfer site; assists the public in using the site easily and efficiently.
• Inspects incoming solid waste materials, determines its compactibility; directs the resident to the proper placement in the appropriate disposal areas.  
• Logs and maintains records as established by the County and other governmental agencies regulating the disposal of solid waste. 
• Assists with the recycling program; makes residents aware of the program and how material should be delivered and placed at the transfer station.
• Receives Solid Waste Convenience Station fees collected at Transfer Stations and issues receipts and/or change due to customers.
• Prepare and balance daily cash log; ensure and comply with cash handling procedure, including transports and securing of cash.
• Ensures that all customers comply with safety guidelines; adheres to all safety rules and regulations in performing job tasks. 
• Lifts, carries, and loads materials, tools, and debris.
• Clean tools, equipment, material and areas where work has been performed.
• Remove debris, weeds, limbs, ice and snow from facility; paints facility as needed.
• Performs routine grounds maintenance, including driveways, ramps, and landscaping.  
• Performs a wide variety of manual labor including digging, spreading, and leveling dirt, gravel, and asphalt materials; uses shovels, rakes, and wheelbarrows.  
• May drive county vehicles to and from job sites; may operate hand-held tools and backhoes.
• Assists with routine maintenance and emergency repairs; services assigned equipment.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.