Recycle Center Attendant

City of New Berlin Department of Community Development; New Berlin (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

City of New Berlin Department of Community Development seeks a part-time Recycling Center Attendant to guide residents, provide information on recycling rules, and maintain a clean center. Open/close duties, monitor occupancy, and report issues to management are included.

Position requires a high school diploma or GED and the ability to work in outdoor, potentially dirty and noisy conditions. Approx. 25 hours per month during operating hours.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff and the public.
• Ability to work in a dirty, noisy, or outdoor environment.
• Ability to stand, walk, and move for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Open and close the recycling center.
• Assist residents with recycling rules and information.
• Direct residents to proper containers and drop-off areas.
• Answer resident questions and report issues to management.
• Ensure customers do not leave non-recyclable items at the center.
• Document and report illegal dumping when appropriate.
• Work scheduled hours and handle duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position Summary

Under general supervision, responsible for directing members of the public in sorting and disposing of recyclable materials at the recycling center and maintaining the center in a clean, orderly condition.

Essential Duties

• Open and close the recycling center when assigned.
• Assist residents by providing information related to recycling rules.
• Direct residents to proper recycling containers and drop off areas.
• Answer resident’s questions
• Report problems or needs to management
• Report to work at the scheduled hour and work the entire assigned schedule.
• Make sure customers do not leave unacceptable non-recyclable items at recycling center.
• Document and report any illegal dumping of non‑acceptable materials to supervisor or police when appropriate.
• All other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

Requires a high school diploma or GED

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively, courteously and tactfully with staff, city officials and the public.
• Ability to work in a physical environment which involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements for long and varying periods of time.
• Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, reach, etc. frequently or occasionally.
• Ability to work harmoniously with others.

Supplemental Information

This position is estimated to work approximately 25 hours per month during the hours of operation of the Recycle Center; hours may increase during the summer months.

Recycle Center Hours Of Operation

Tuesdays and Thursdays: 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Saturdays: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (December - March only)

No Benefits Available