What are the responsibilities and job description for the Solid Waste Transfer Station Attendant position at Patrick County Transfer Station?
The County of Patrick is accepting applications from qualified applicants for a Solid Waste Transfer Station Attendant. A high school diploma or GED is preferred. Completion of training and testing to obtain the DPOR Waste Management Operator license is required following hire. Applicants must be willing to submit to a drug screen and background check.
Duties of the position will include, but are not limited to, customer assistance, operation of scales, loading trailers, and facility maintenance. The preferred candidate must be capable of performing manual labor, possess good interpersonal skills, and be able to communicate effectively with the public. Basic math, computer, and clerical skills to prepare customer tickets and perform record keeping are required.
This is a full-time position with an annual salary range of $32,000 to $35,000 and benefits in excess of $15,000 annually, which include vacation and sick leave, life insurance, retirement, and health insurance. Hours will be 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday with rotating Saturday hours. Evening, weekend, holiday, and flexible/irregular work schedules may be required.
A Patrick County employment application must be completed to be considered for the position. The application is available on the Patrick County website at www.co.patrick.va.us. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, June 5, 2026. Applicants must be willing to submit to a background check and drug screen.
The County of Patrick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, disability, or age.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $32,000.00 - $35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $32,000 - $35,000