Transfer Station Operator (Part-Time Position)

TOWN OF YARMOUTH

PART-TIME TRANSFER STATION OPERATOR

JOB DESCRIPTION

GENERAL PURPOSE

Under general supervision, performs a variety of semi-skilled maintenance tasks,
operates balers, compactors, brooms and shovels. Assists and directs users of
the Transfer Station, and does related work as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the general supervision of the Facility Superintendent & Operator.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Operates compactor, bailer.

Organizes and maintains collection bins.

Checks vehicles for stickers.

Directs public in proper procedures for disposal of waste.

Answers the telephone and responds to inquiries from the public.

Monitors swap shop and book barn.

Cleans the Transfer Facility buildings and grounds as directed.



DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to read / write / follow directions – H.S. Degree or GED preferred.

Good customer relations skills.

Positive attitude.

NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Any combination equivalent to graduation from high school and one (1)
year of experience in general maintenance work including some semi-
skilled assignments.

Knowledge of the common tools and materials used in public works
maintenance / transfer stations.

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and rough
working diagrams.

Ability to work effectively in a small group or alone and without continuous
supervision.

Ability to deal with the public in a courteous and tactful manner.

Ability to perform low level manual work.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to lift up to 10lbs. on a regular basis.

Must be able to work weekends.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Compactors, bailer, small hand tools

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be
met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use
hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with
hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand and talk or hear.
The employee is often required to walk, sit, stand or balance.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 lbs. Specific vision
abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision,
peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those
an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside
weather conditions. The employee frequently works near moving mechanical
parts and is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, very cold
conditions and vibration.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of
work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does
not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical
assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the
employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs
of the employer and requirements of the job change.



I have reviewed and understand the Transfer Station Operator Job Description
and believe it to be accurate and complete. I understand that the Public Works
Director and/or Town Manager of The Town of Yarmouth retain the right to
change the Job Description as it deems necessary. I will follow and adhere to my
Job Description to the best of my ability.