Utility Site Attendant - Part Time

Union County; Wingate (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Union County in North Carolina seeks a Waste Collections Clerk to collect waste disposal fees, direct traffic at the convenience center, and assist customers with sorting and disposal. Must handle cash, operate a calculator, and maintain an orderly site.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and ability to work weekends/holidays. Physical work includes light lifting and standing for extended periods in various weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Driver's License with a safe driving history.
• Willing to work weekends and holidays as assigned.
• Must be physically able to perform light lifting up to 20 pounds and operate a calculator.

Responsibilities

• Collect waste disposal fees and maintain a neat, organized collection site.
• Direct traffic and provide information to customers.
• Identify waste material types and determine disposal costs.
• Educate customers on sorting recyclables and acceptable items.
• Maintain a clean workstation and daily cash log.
• Respond to customer inquiries about items accepted at Union County Convenience Centers.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Calculator

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Under limited supervision, collecting waste disposal fees and maintaining a neat, organized collection site. Directs the flow of traffic in the site and provides information to customers. Must have good customer service skills and be able to work in all types of weather. Reports to the Union County Solid Waste Collections Supervisor.

• Assists customers by identifying solid waste material type, determining appropriate cost, and appropriate disposal.


• Distinguishes waste material from recyclable materials and offers instruction to customers as to proper sorting and disposal.


• Maintains clean work station at the convenience center.


• Distinguishes refuse from recyclable materials and offers instruction to customers as to proper sorting and disposal.


• Maintains clean workstation.


• Calculates garbage fee totals (on the spot) and makes correct change to customers. Counts cash collected and keeps daily log.


• Responds to customer inquiries and provides information regarding items acceptable and unacceptable at the Union County Convenience Centers at the Solid Waste Management Facility.


• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or an acceptable equivalency diploma (GED).

Licenses or Certifications

Must have a valid Driver's License and be able to maintain a safe driving history as defined by the Union County Vehicle Use Policy.

Special Requirements

Works various shifts including weekends and holidays as assigned.

Physical Demands

Must be physically able to operate a calculators. Must be able to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Light work usually requires walking or standing to a significant degree and light lifting. However, if the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work, the job is rated for Light Work.

Work Environment

Work is performed in a dynamic environment that requires the need to be sensitive to users’ needs and responsive to changing goals, priorities, needs, and processes.