Public Waste & Recycling Center Attendant

Laurens County Government; Laurens (SC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Laurens County Government is seeking a custodial worker to perform a wide range of routine tasks including solid waste disposal and customer service for staff and patrons. The role requires close supervision and adherence to set procedures, with duties across multiple county sites.

The position emphasizes providing courteous information to the public, maintaining cleanliness, and assisting with scheduling and logistics for waste collections.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma, GED or specialized vocational training.

Responsibilities

• Provide information to the public about separating recyclables and garbage.
• Compact solid waste continuously and maintain call-in logs.
• Monitor containers for space and schedule next day collections.
• Direct traffic at busy sites and maintain a clean, orderly area.
• Provide professional customer service to staff and the public by phone, email or in person.
• Work with little advance notice and may work double shifts.
• Perform other duties as assigned and handle up to 10 pounds of force.

Skills

Customer service

Public information

Traffic direction

Waste disposal

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Laurens County Government is seeking a custodial worker to perform a wide range of routine tasks including solid waste disposal and customer service for staff and patrons. The role requires close supervision and adherence to set procedures, with duties across multiple county sites.

The position emphasizes providing courteous information to the public, maintaining cleanliness, and assisting with scheduling and logistics for waste collections.