Part-Time Recycling Aide

Calhouncounty; Post Falls (ID); Hybrid; USD 26,711 - 34,123; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

14 paid holidays per year

Tuition reimbursement up to $3,000 annually

Job summary

Calhouncounty is seeking a part-time Recycling Aide to assist with operations at recycling centers. Key responsibilities include unloading and sorting materials, maintaining clean sites, and educating the public on recycling. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and experience in customer service, along with strong interpersonal and physical capabilities.

The role offers hybrid work with a fixed schedule and a wage range of $19.39—$24.77 per hour, plus benefits like paid time off, holidays, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience working with the general public preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and the public.
• Physical ability to transport items weighing up to 75 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Unload cars, sort, and load recycling materials.
• Maintain clean and functioning recycling sites.
• Provide public education on recycling topics.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Michigan's driver’s license

Job description

Summary

Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Community Development, this part‑time position (16‑30 hours per week) will assist with operation of recycling centers. The Recycling Aide will focus on unloading, sorting, and loading material at recycling centers and events. The aide will be responsible for greeting the public, providing basic program information, and maintaining clean and functioning operations.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

1. Unload cars, sort, and load recycling into shipping containers.
2. Maintain recycling sites in a clean and functioning condition including snow removal.
3. Haul, load, and unload mobile recycling trailer at locations throughout Calhoun County.
4. Provide public education and information on Reduce‑Reuse‑Recycle topics.
5. Assist as needed at Solid Waste Program events and programs.
6. Greet the public as needed in a manner that fosters good customer service. Respond and resolve customer inquiries and complaints in a professional and effective manner.
7. Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• One to three years of experience working with the general public is preferred.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate with both co‑workers and the general public in situations requiring tact and patience.
• Possess a valid Michigan’s driver’s license, an acceptable driving record, and reliable transport to and from work are required.
• Mental ability to frequently handle simultaneous projects requiring concentration and attention to detail with occasional distractions due to people, phone calls, texts, or environmental conditions.
• Physical ability to frequently transport items weighing up to 75 lbs.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Working Conditions

Hybrid Work Classification: On‑Site Required; Flexibility Classification: Fixed Schedule.

This position involves frequent indoor and outdoor work in varying weather conditions, potential exposure to noise, fumes, odors, dust, dirt, mold, mildew, and wet or dry environments, regular physical activity such as stooping, bending, climbing, kneeling, and lifting, and occasional on‑call availability to address work issues, attend meetings, or respond to emergencies at any hour.

Wage Range

$19.39—$24.77 USD

Benefits

• Paid Time Off: 6.47 hours per pay period (hourly) or 4.2 weeks annually (salaried)
• Holidays: Enjoy 14 paid holidays per year
• Flexibility: Hybrid and flexible scheduling for eligible positions
• Retirement: 401(k) with up to 7% County match
• Near‑Site Clinic: Convenient preventative and primary care with on‑site medications
• Education: Up to $3,000 annually in tuition reimbursement