Spotter / Traffic Control

Recology; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health benefits

401(k) with match

Educational assistance

Job summary

Recology Oregon Recovery Inc. in Portland is seeking an entry-level worker to direct tipping area traffic under close supervision. Shifts are 8AM-5PM or 5:30PM, with days varying. You will guide vehicles, maintain separation of public and commercial traffic, and support safe operations.

Responsibilities include reporting hazards, handling end-dump trucks, and assisting customers while following established policies. Training is provided for an on-site role focused on safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred or GED required.
• Entry level position with on-site training.

Responsibilities

• Directs incoming and outgoing tipping area traffic.
• Keeps public and commercial traffic separate.
• Directs vehicles to park at a safe distance from other vehicles.
• Maintains separate tipping area from other trash vehicles for end-dump trucks.
• Keeps tipping table clear of large debris.
• Reports all hazardous materials to Supervisor for proper documentation and disposal.
• Reports scavenging of any kind from the tipping table to immediate supervisor.
• Talks to customers and directs questions to proper person.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Entry level

Job description

1106 - Recology Oregon Recovery - Central Inc.

Subsidiary Name:

Recology Oregon Recovery Inc.

Role

Under close supervision, directs incoming and outgoing tipping area traffic in a safe and efficient manner according to established policies and procedures. Must be able to work assigned shift.

Shift will be 8AM-5PM or 5:30PM, shift days vary (more than one shift is open).

Essential Responsibilities

• Directs incoming and outgoing tipping area traffic.
• Keeps public and commercial traffic separate.
• Directs vehicles to park at a safe distance from other vehicles.
• Maintains separate tipping area from other trash vehicles, for all end-dump trash trucks.
• Keeps tipping table clear of large debris.
• Reports all hazardous materials to Supervisor for proper documentation and disposal.
• Reports scavenging of any kind from the tipping table to immediate supervisor.
• Talks to customers and directs questions to proper person.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Entry level position.

Recology Offers

• An ecologically innovative company that finds and mentors people committed to protecting the environment and sustaining our communities.
• The largest employee-owned resource recovery company in the industry with terrific benefits to help you prosper.
• A creative and caring culture that values community, diversity, altruism, accountability, collaboration, and learning by doing.
• An inspired company mission driven to use and return resources to their best and highest use through the practice of the 4R's: Reduce, Re-use, Recycle, and Recologize.
• Distinct professional challenges to connect with, care for, and grow community that sees a world without waste.

Recology Benefits May Include

• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
• Retirement plans (Employee Stock Ownership Plan, 401(k) with match).
• Annual wellness incentives.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Educational assistance.
• Commuting benefits.
• Employee referral program.

Supplemental Information

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job; and pursuant to applicable law, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal records. It is important that you provide accurate information on the job application, inaccurate information may cause delays in the processing of your application and/or may disqualify you as a candidate.

Recology is an equal opportunity employer committed to supporting an inclusive work environment where employees are valued, heard, and provided development opportunities. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis that is prohibited by law.

This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, effort, work conditions, and benefits associated with the job.