Depot Attendant

Casella Waste Systems, Inc.; Montpelier (VT); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Casella Waste Systems, Inc. is seeking a Depot Attendant for their Recycling/Transfer station. The role involves operating machinery, maintaining the facility, and ensuring safety compliance. Ideal candidates will possess a strong work ethic, teamwork abilities, and experience in heavy equipment operation. Comprehensive benefits, including medical and retirement options, are offered.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life & Disability Insurance

Maternity & Parental Leave

Flexible Spending Accounts

Stock Program

401K

Tuition Assistance

Career Development

Qualifications

• 1 year of heavy equipment operation experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Legal eligibility to work in the US required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain solid waste station machinery.
• Inspect loads for unacceptable materials.
• Assist customers with unloading trash.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Safety focus

Self-direction

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Position Summary

The Depot Attendant assists and oversees the usage of the Recycling/Transfer station facility, performs general labor duties at a transfer station, and completes tasks such as yard clean-up, fueling vehicles and equipment, general vehicle operation, general office maintenance, and other related duties.

Pay Rate: The starting pay for this position is $18.00 per hour.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain solid waste station machinery such as compactors.
• Maintain the facility by sweeping floors, cleaning, picking up around solid waste stations, mowing grass, moving snow, and scraping ice.
• Keep simple records on vehicle usage, containers loaded, and equipment performance.
• Ensure a safe working environment for employees and customers.
• Assist customers with unloading trash.
• Inspect loads for unacceptable materials to ensure safety.
• Manage recyclable materials and transport to the MRF.
• Load trash into semi-trailers using heavy equipment.
• Participate in training and perform other duties to support company goals.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED, valid driver’s license, and legal eligibility to work in the US. Teamwork skills and 1-year heavy equipment operation experience are preferred. Strong communication, safety dedication, and self-direction are expected.

Attributes

Positive, team-oriented, with a strong work ethic, safety focus, customer service orientation, willingness to learn, and results-driven.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance, Maternity & Parental Leave, Flexible Spending Accounts, Stock Program, 401K, Employee Awards, Assistance Plans, Wellness Incentives, Tuition Assistance, Career Development, and more.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing