Yard Waste Attendant - SW (Solid Waste) - Seasonal

City of Grand Island; Grand Island (NE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Grand Island is seeking a Yard Waste Attendant for a seasonal position. Responsibilities include maintaining the Compost Site and assisting customers. Ideal candidates will have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively. No prior experience is required, but public relations experience is preferred. This role offers flexible hours from March through November.

Qualifications

• No experience required; public relations experience preferred.
• Must be 18+ years old.

Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming loads of yard waste and estimate volumes.
• Assist customers with inquiries and direct them to staff.
• Ensure proper disposal of yard waste.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Education

Functional Level Reading and Writing

Job description

Yard Waste Attendant - SW (Solid Waste) - Seasonal

Join us as a Yard Waste Attendant - SW (Solid Waste) - Seasonal at City of Grand Island.

Job Overview

Perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks related to the operation and maintenance of the Compost Site, Transfer Station, Landfill, and related facilities.

Essential Functions

• Display honest, trustworthy, and ethical behavior with customers and staff.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Maintain punctual and dependable attendance.
• Assist customers with inquiries and direct them to appropriate staff.
• Inspect incoming loads of yard waste and estimate volumes for recordkeeping.
• Ensure yard waste is properly disposed of; direct other materials to the Transfer Station.
• Perform clerical duties such as filing, data entry, and correspondence.
• Assist in other department sections as needed.
• Perform any additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge Of

• Methods, techniques, and procedures related to the responsibilities.
• Principles of accounting, recordkeeping, and reporting.

Ability To

• Implement and maintain filing and accounting systems.
• Work effectively without close supervision.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Interact positively with the public under various conditions.

Additional Information

Experience: No experience required; experience with public relations is preferred. Must be 18+ years old.

Training: Education or training sufficient for reading and writing at a functional level.

License/Certification: None required.

Site Hours: Monday-Friday 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m., Saturday 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Work Hours: Varying hours Monday through Saturday, depending on departmental needs. Position duration: March through November.

Salary: Starting at the entry level of the City's salary table, with consideration for experience.

Other: Background check required.