Waste Facility Attendant – Friendly Service & Safe Operations

GFL Environmental Inc.; Garner (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. is seeking a reliable on-site attendant to support residents with waste disposal guidance, keep the facility clean and safe, and assist drivers during pickups. You will operate and monitor waste equipment, follow safety rules, and ensure timely opening and closing of the site.

The role requires strong communication, basic math, and willingness to work weekends/holidays as needed. This is an outdoor, physical position with exposure to varied weather conditions and outdoor

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills to interact effectively with the public and team members.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, safety procedures, and posted guidelines.
• Basic math skills for general site reporting/tracking, if required.
• Ability to work required shifts, including weekends and holidays as scheduled.

Responsibilities

• Customer Service: Warmly greet residents and provide clear, polite guidance on where to dispose of household waste, bulk items, and recyclable materials.
• Site Maintenance: Maintain a clean, organized, and safe facility by sweeping, clearing debris, and picking up litter or spillage as needed.
• Equipment & Container Operations: Safely operate and monitor facility equipment (such as trash compactors) according to company safety procedures. Monitor container fill levels throughout the day.
• Driver Coordination: Assist collection drivers with positioning, securing, or clearing area around waste containers during pickups.
• Facility Operations: Open and close the facility punctually according to the scheduled operating hours.
• Compliance: Adhere to all federal, state, and local safety standards, regulations, and company guidelines.

Skills

Customer service

Verbal communication

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Basic math

Job description

GFL Environmental Inc. is seeking a reliable on-site attendant to support residents with waste disposal guidance, keep the facility clean and safe, and assist drivers during pickups. You will operate and monitor waste equipment, follow safety rules, and ensure timely opening and closing of the site.

The role requires strong communication, basic math, and willingness to work weekends/holidays as needed. This is an outdoor, physical position with exposure to varied weather conditions and outdoor