Scale Operator/Transfer Station Attendant Part Time (Pending vacancy)

Town of Fairfield; Little Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

The Town of Fairfield is seeking a part-time Scale Attendant to operate the platform scale at the transfer station, greet the public, collect fees, and direct disposal of recycling and waste streams.

Responsibilities include operating the weigh scale, handling cash/credit card transactions, maintaining vehicle weight records, and providing information on disposal options. Work outdoors in all weather; schedule Monday–Saturday with evenings/weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to greet and assist the public with courtesy and professionalism.
• Proficiency in data entry and using a Windows-based PC scale system.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and follow safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operates the weigh station scale
• Greets and assists the public by providing quality customer service at the Scale House and in the yard
• Provides information to the public regarding disposal of waste including electronic items, household hazardous waste, recycling items and other waste streams
• Operates cash register and credit card machines
• Maintains records related to truck weights, material weight, number of cars and commercial vehicles accessing and utilizing the Transfer Stations and fees collected
• Performs other related duties as required

Skills

Customer service

Data entry

Communication

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Tools

Windows-based PC Scale system

Job description

This position operates the platform scale to weigh all vehicles entering the transfer station area, maintains a variety of records, collects fees, and directs Transfer Station users in the proper disposal of recycling and waste streams.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operates the weigh station scale

• Greets and assists the public by providing quality customer service at the Scale House and in the yard
• Provides information to the public regarding disposal of waste including electronic items, household hazardous waste, recycling items and other waste streams
• Operates cash register and credit card machines
• Maintains records related to truck weights, material weight, number of cars and commercial vehicles accessing and utilizing the Transfer Stations and fees collected
• Performs other related duties as required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to maintain a pleasant/personable demeanor with good communication and customer service skills

• Proficiency with data entry and ability to learn Windows-based PC Scale operating system
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team for operational efficiency
• Ability to read and follow safety procedures

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Verifiable work record that demonstrates good attendance, established work ethic, ability to follow instructions and work well with others.

• Ability to obtain a Public Weighers License and Transfer Station Operator’s Certificate

SCHEDULE

• Monday – Saturday; Hours fluctuate based on operational and seasonal needs; must have availability to work evenings and weekends as needed

PAY RANGE

• $21 per hour upon hire; $23 per hour upon obtaining Public Weigher’s License and Transfer Station Operator’s Certificate

AFFILIATION

• Non-Bargaining Unit, Part-Time Position; 19.5 hours or less

THE TOWN OF FAIRFIELD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of the Town of Fairfield to ensure equal employment opportunity for all employees and to prohibit unlawful discrimination because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or physical and mental disability.