Solid Waste Addendum Only - Site Attendant I

Snohomish County, WA; Snohomish (WA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Snohomish County is seeking a dependable Site Attendant I to support solid waste operations at transfer stations and drop‑off sites. This training role provides customer service to the public and handles transactions and basic site duties.

You’ll learn to operate light equipment such as backhoe and forklift, perform routine maintenance, handle fees, enforce safety rules, and work day shifts including weekends and some holidays as part of the progression toward Site Attendant II/III.

Qualifications

• Candidates provide dependable, customer-focused service to Solid Waste customers.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with the public and staff.
• Capable of performing manual labor and following safety procedures.
• Training will be provided to operate designated equipment and advance through site levels.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service to Solid Waste customers and process transactions.
• Perform manual labor tasks such as sweeping, lifting, and carrying heavy objects.
• Learn to operate equipment including backhoe and forklift.
• Work day shifts, weekends, and some holidays at Solid Waste facilities.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Backhoe

Forklift

Job description

Open to members of AFSCME 109 Public Works – Solid Waste Addendum Bargaining Unit only

This job posting is to fill a vacant Site Attendant I position.

• All current regular AFSCME 109 Public Works-Solid Waste Addendum Bargaining Unit employees. Current Solid Waste regular employees will have precedence based on seniority date.
• Current AFSCME 109 Public Works-Solid Waste temporary employees.

We’re looking for dependable, customer‑focused individuals to help customers safely dispose of household waste and recycling at our county’s transfer stations and drop‑off facilities. Successful candidates will have strong communication and interpersonal skills to provide excellent customer service to the public. Training will be provided by the County to perform various tasks and operate assigned equipment.

Duties Assigned Will Include

• Providing excellent customer service to Solid Waste customers
• Processing transactions for solid waste fees
• Manual labor tasks, including but not limited to sweeping, hosing, shoveling, lifting, and carrying heavy objects
• Learning to operate various equipment, including but not limited to backhoe and forklift
• All work is day shift, including weekends and some holidays, at any of our Solid Waste facilities.

The Site Attendant I position is a training position, working toward mandatory certification as a Site Attendant II or Site Attendant III.

Selection And Review Process

• Complete and submit the online application before the closing date to be considered.
• Minimum qualifications screening.
• Job Related Test: Please complete your responses to the supplemental questions. The supplemental questions will be scored for applicants who meet the minimum qualifications. Oral Interviews are required for any regular or temporary employee who has not interviewed for the Site Attendant I or Solid Waste Laborer I position within the previous six (6) months.
• Selection Review:
• Regular Status Employees: Most senior employee to pass the job‑related test will move forward in the review process and receive a conditional offer. If a Regular Status Employee does not apply, then a Temporary Status Employee will be considered.
• Temporary Status Employees: Interview scores will be used to determine ranking. If interview scores are the same, an anonymous draw will be conducted by the AFSCME Union. The employee must pass the job‑related test to move forward in the review process to receive a conditional offer. Priority will be given based on Bargaining Unit hire date to receive a conditional offer.
• Conditional Offer: Medical Exam/Physical Abilities Test: Tests will be required for employees who have not successfully completed and passed the Medical Exam/ Physical Abilities Test for the Site Attendant I or Solid Waste Laborer I position within the previous six (6) months. (Will be scheduled by Snohomish County Public Works Human Resources Department.)
• Criminal background check must be passed for final selection.
• If all conditions are met, a hire date and work schedule will be determined by the department, and a letter will be issued.

Job Duties – BASIC FUNCTION

Performs a variety of skilled and unskilled tasks in support of solid waste operations. To determine and collect fees for the disposal of solid waste and recyclables, and operate light equipment needed to operate and maintain disposal and recycling areas at various Snohomish County Solid Waste transfer and disposal facilities. The Site Attendant I position is a training position, working toward mandatory certification as a Site Attendant II or Site Attendant III.

Statement of Essential Job Duties

• Obtains and records electronically or manually, weights and/or volumes for all material delivered to transfer stations, drop box sites and recycling areas.
• Determines cubic measurement of each load or accepts posted capacity on regular refuse collection vehicles.
• Collects fees from customers based on established charges and records cash received as required.
• Provides information and assistance to customers in a professional, courteous and tactful manner regarding disposal and recycling procedures, fees, rules, policies and options.
• Directs incoming and departing vehicles to and from disposal and recycling areas.
• Operates light equipment such as backhoe and forklift.
• Inspects, operates, and performs basic maintenance and service such as checking oil and lubricating equipment including backhoe and forklift.
• Loads recyclables into drop boxes and other containers.
• May transport recyclable material from tipping floor area to recycle area with use of forklift for placement into proper recycle container, and segregate and load recyclables into containers and recycle compactor.
• Cleans and sweeps as necessary to maintain a clean work environment including local road litter.
• Posts charge to ledgers; balances and reconciles daily collections; secures daily funds in night depository or on-site safe; manages and is responsible for accurate and sufficient operating change fund to be obtained from on-site safe.
• Identifies hazardous wastes and segregates as necessary for pick up, and contacts various vendors and MRW for various automotive and other waste/recyclables pickup and service of containers.
• Troubleshoots, or obtains support to help troubleshoot, scale automation, scales, on-site safe and other electronic/automated Site Attendant related communication and operating systems.
• Advises and enforces site safety rules and regulations; may assist customers in unloading vehicles as necessary.
• Opens and locks gates at appointed times.

Statement of Other Job Duties

• Prepares reports as required.
• Performs site maintenance as required.
• Performs other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED or any equivalent combination of training and or experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities. Must pass job related tests.

Special Requirements

• A valid Washington State Driver’s License is required for employment.
• Possession of or ability to obtain a valid First Aid/CPR card within six (6) months of employment is required.
• Satisfactorily complete certification on the following pieces of equipment/systems within six (6) months: backhoe, forklift, scale automation system, timekeeping system.
• Satisfactorily complete eight (8) hour Hazard Waste training with certification.
• A job offer will be conditioned on satisfactory results of a post‑offer drug screen test and a Physical Capacities Evaluation performed by a qualified healthcare professional selected by Snohomish County. Because this job is considered safety sensitive, a drug screen test may be required prior to employment.
• A job offer will be conditioned on satisfactory results of criminal background check.

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• personal computers
• maintenance of assigned equipment in a safe operating condition
• the potential hazards associated with the work
• basic mathematics

Ability To

• Deal courteously and tactfully with the general public
• Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers
• Perform mathematical calculations
• Remain composed and professional in stressful situations
• Remain on your feet, in a standing position for an extended period of time
• Establish and maintain effective work relationships with co‑workers and superiors
• Accurately input alpha and numeric data from customer transactions
• Perform computerized cashiering functions with speed and accuracy
• Understand and execute complex oral and written instructions
• Maintain accurate records and prepare reports
• Operate & maintain backhoe and forklift
• Operate office equipment such as computerized and manual cash registers, faxes, computers, safes and printers
• Perform manual labor tasks including occasional strenuous physical exertion such as lifting objects weighing up to 50 pounds, pushing and pulling, and tarping and un-tarping
• Read, understand and enforce site and safety rules and regulations
• Learn First Aid/CPR methods and procedures
• Sweep and shovel waste
• Prepare accurate bank deposits
• Work with minimum supervision
• Work alone

Supervision

Employees report to a Solid Waste Operations Supervisor. The work is performed within well‑established practices and standardized procedures. Some judgment is exercised in determining proper charges and enforcement of waste/recyclable acceptance rules.

Working Conditions

Work is performed outside and inside a building at a disposal site. Indoor work involves confinement at a workstation without freedom to move around throughout the day. Employee must be able to work alone at an isolated location or in recycling areas of transfer stations and be responsible for the entire site including opening and closing the gates and containers, and may be asked to change work locations with little to no prior notice. The work involves rotating shift assignments and requires working evenings, weekends, holidays and overtime as necessary.

Snohomish County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.

EEO policy and ADA notice

Snohomish County offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees that receive a regular appointment who work at least 20 hours a week.

County Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Retirement
• Basic Group Term Life Insurance/ Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Long Term Disability (LTD)
• Commuting Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Partners for Health Employee Wellness Program
• Leave & Holidays

Voluntary Benefits

• Deferred Compensation 457(b)
• Supplemental Group Term Life Insurance
• Additional Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Supplemental Individual Insurance Policies

Healthcare Premiums

• Regular full‑time employees: If you work 35 or more hours per week, you will pay these monthly premiums for medical insurance. The County pays the monthly premiums for vision, dental, and basic life insurance.
• Regular part‑time employees: If you work between 20 and 34 hours per week, you will pay pro‑rated monthly premiums for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. The County's contribution toward the premium for an employee in a regular part‑time appointment will be pro‑rated in an amount equal to the F.T.E. percentage the employee is assigned.

Note: Temporary employees, seasonal employees and paid interns may be eligible for medical insurance benefits. Review the County's ACA Employer Shared Responsibility Guide to learn more.

Contact: SPW-Recruitment