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Town of Willington

Assistant Transfer Station Operator

Pay: $46,883/yr

Posted: 8 weeks ago

Location: Willington, CT (Onsite)

Last Updated: 6 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/30/2026

Job Description

ASSISTANT TRANSFER STATION OPERATOR

Position Definition :

Under limited supervision operates a solid waste disposal transfer station & performs related work as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to continuously walk premises for a minimum of an 8-hour workday, bend stoop or collect debris using a trash pick-up gator tool, use 8-10 foot pole/picker to dislodge or collect items improperly discarded at a minimum distance of 6-12 feet, ability to regularly handle the lifting of up to 100-pounds.

General Duties:

Maintain control, as well as ensure an orderly, efficient operation at the Transfer Station
Enforce Transfer Station operating rules and maintain a safe environment
Enforce recycling regulations
Check all vehicles for proper permits and forbidden items
Check solid waste for recyclable items if warranted
Direct traffic through the station & assist townspeople whenever needed
Issue permits, warning letters and citations
Report all infractions to the Transfer Station Operator
Operate and maintain compactor unit and backhoe for efficient operation
Ensure only designated items for specific areas of disposal are placed in the proper area so as not to commingle or contaminate loads
Keep premises clean, free of litter and debris, and ensure all items are immediately placed in the appropriate holding areas
Management of premises during inclement weather, i.

e., sanding, salting, shoveling, collecting loose and/or airborne debris.

Note:

Must be available during winter to plow snow in parking lots and shovel sidewalks.

License, Certificate & Experience Required:

D.E.E.P. Transfer Station Operator certification within 6 months of appointment and a valid CT driver's license.

Note:

The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not all inclusive of job responsibilities.

Pay:

From $22.54 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off

Work Location:

In person