Recycling Center Aide — Part-Time with Flexible Hours

Calhoun County Government; Marshall (MI); On-site; USD 27,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Flexible scheduling

401(k) with County match

Near-Site Clinic

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Calhoun County Government is seeking a Recycling Aide to assist with the operation of recycling centers under the direction of the Assistant Director of Community Development. This part-time role (16-30 hours per week) focuses on unloading, sorting, and loading materials, greeting the public, and providing basic program information.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid Michigan driver’s license, and the ability to lift up to 75 lbs.

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 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.

Responsibilities

• Unload cars, sort, and load recycling into shipping containers.
• Maintain recycling sites in a clean and functioning condition including snow removal.
• Haul, load, and unload mobile recycling trailer at locations throughout Calhoun County.
• Provide public education and information on Reduce-Reuse-Recycle topics.
• Assist as needed at Solid Waste Program events and programs.
• 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.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

High School Diploma

Public interaction

Interpersonal skills

Driver's license

Attention to detail

Physical ability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Calhoun County Government is seeking a Recycling Aide to assist with the operation of recycling centers under the direction of the Assistant Director of Community Development. This part-time role (16-30 hours per week) focuses on unloading, sorting, and loading materials, greeting the public, and providing basic program information.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid Michigan driver’s license, and the ability to lift up to 75 lbs.