Depot Attendant

Casella Waste Systems, Inc.; Old Town (ME); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Casella Waste Systems, Inc. is seeking a Depot Attendant to assist and oversee the Recycling/Transfer station, perform general labor, site clean-up, fueling, vehicle operation, and related duties.

The role offers a hourly wage range of $21.00 - $25.00 per hour depending on experience, with opportunities to learn about our waste management operations and contribute to a safe, efficient facility. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, be able to work as part

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver's license.
• Able to work as part of a collaborative team with strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• 1 year of heavy equipment operation experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain station machinery such as compactors.
• Keep the facility clean and safe by sweeping, mowing, snow removal, and scraping ice.
• Maintain basic records on station use and equipment performance.
• Assist customers unloading trash and inspect loads for unacceptable materials.
• Move recyclable material to the MRF and load trash into semi-trailers.
• Participate in training and other opportunities to support company goals.

Skills

Team collaboration

Strong communication

Problem solving

Safety-minded

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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.

Hiring range is $21.00 - $25.00 per hour depending on experience

Key Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains solid waste station machinery such as compactors.
• Ensures that the facility is maintained at all times by sweeping floors, cleaning and picking up in and around solid waste stations and/or facilities, mowing grass, moving snow, and scraping ice.
• Maintains simple records on the number of vehicles using the stations facilities, the number of containers loaded each day, and on the use and performance of station equipment.
• Maintains a safe working environment at all times for both employees and customers.
• Assists customers with unloading their trash.
• Inspects loads for unacceptable materials to ensure safety for customers and other employees.
• Pulls recyclable material to be brought to the MRF and properly taken care of.
• Loads trash into semi-trailers utilizing heavy equipment.
• Participates in training and other learning opportunities to expand knowledge of the company, products, sales and services and performs any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and/or abide by our core values.

Education, Experience & Qualifications

The successful candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, a valid drivers license and be legally eligible to work in the US. It is required to have a demonstrated ability to work as part of a team in a collaborative environment and 1-year of heavy equipment operation experience is preferred. Excellent listening, communication and problem solving skills, a dedication to safety, proven work commitment and being a self-directed person are expected.

Attributes

Positive, team-oriented individual who has a strong work ethic, is committed to safety, customer driven, open to personal and professional training and development, and results-oriented with the ability to see the larger picture while focusing on detailed information.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance, Maternity & Parental Leave, Flexible Spending Accounts, Discounted Stock Program, 401K, Employee Awards, Employee Assistance Plan, Wellness Incentive, Tuition Assistance, Career Pathways, and More.