Recycling Attendant, Part-Time

Kenosha Area Chamber of Commerce; Prairie Village (KS); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Kenosha Area Chamber of Commerce is offering a part-time position as a Recycling Attendant in Prairie Village. This role involves directing residents on acceptable materials at the Residential Recycling Center and operating various tools and devices.

Hours include Saturdays with the opportunity for additional hours. Ideal candidates should have strong communication skills and be able to work both independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Ability to provide accurate information to residents about acceptable recycling materials.
• Ability to conduct safety checks and maintain accurate records.
• Proficiency in using digital devices and software for reporting.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate the Residential Recycling Center on scheduled days.
• Assist residents in sorting and placing materials in proper containers.
• Perform routine maintenance and ensure safety practices are followed.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Ability to work independently

Ability to operate a laptop and tablet

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Asset management software

Job description

This year-round part-time Recycling Attendant position reports to the Sanitation Crew Lead and Highway Superintendent. The primary responsibility of this position is to provide accurate information and direction to residents regarding acceptable materials at the Residential Recycling Center. Hours for this position are Saturdays, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. year-round, a minimum of 8 hours per week with the opportunity for up to an average of 29 hours per week. Workdays may fluctuate with some holiday and overtime work required.

Job Duties

• Open and monitor the Residential Recycling Center on all scheduled days. Close and lock the Residential Recycling Center on all scheduled days.
• The Recycling Attendant greets residents, verifies eligibility for site usage and enters details into a hand‑held digital device, screens and categorizes vehicle loads, and provides direction to residents at the entrance gate.
• Directs traffic at drop‑off sites.
• Assists the public in placing materials in proper containers; determines if waste is acceptable; sorts materials properly.
• Maintains containers to ensure adequate space for continued disposal and calls in collection requests as needed.
• Ability to make arithmetic computations.
• Ability to take compost temperatures.
• Operate a laptop computer and tablet and use asset management software for tracking daily work order information and be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Assist in asphalt patching and paving operations, gravel road shoulders, garbage and leaf collection, clean roadsides, fabricate and place signs.
• Assist in shoveling, salting and de‑icing operations.
• Perform essential job functions at a safe level with reasonable accommodation.
• Knowledge of tools and equipment used in general maintenance and perform routine maintenance tasks.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and in a team environment.
• Ability to complete and maintain accurate records and reports.
• Knowledge of general safety rules and practices.
• Follows all Village policies and procedures, and Village codes and ordinances.
• Ability to communicate and interact in a professional and polite manner with Village residents and co‑workers.
• Report any problems or concerns to management in a timely manner.
• Performs other duties and special assignments as directed within the scope of the Public Works Department.