Weekend-Shift Landfill Scale Operator

Montezuma County; Cortez (CO); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Part time

Job summary

Montezuma County is seeking a part-time Landfill Scale Attendant for Fridays and Saturdays with possible additional shifts in Cortez, CO. Under the Office Manager, you will operate the landfill scale, process fees, assist customers, and maintain basic office duties.

You will handle cash, reconcile daily cash, and communicate rules to patrons while ensuring safety and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with rate tables to assess charges.
• Experience operating a cash register and basic office software (Word/Excel/Access).
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Operate landfill scale, computer system, and cash register.
• Calculate and assign correct disposal fees based on approved rate schedules.
• Provide clear direction to landfill patrons on dumping locations.
• Alert Operations Chief or equipment operators of suspicious or special-inspection loads.
• Communicate with patrons regarding unacceptable materials or charges.
• Answer and route incoming phone calls.
• Reconcile daily cash register/box.
• Perform basic office janitorial duties (cleaning, tidying, restocking).
• Calculate weights and charges manually during system outages.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Cash handling

Rate table charge assessment

Tools

Word

Excel

Access

Cash register

Job description

Montezuma County is seeking a part-time Landfill Scale Attendant for Fridays and Saturdays with possible additional shifts in Cortez, CO. Under the Office Manager, you will operate the landfill scale, process fees, assist customers, and maintain basic office duties.

You will handle cash, reconcile daily cash, and communicate rules to patrons while ensuring safety and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.