Sr. Waste Disposal Site Attendant

Position Summary :

Under general supervision, oversees all scale house operations in the absence of the Waste Disposal Supervisor, including, but not limited to, estimation, collection, and accounting of disposal fees, daily balancing, reporting functions, scheduling and provide technical and functional supervision of staff at the waste management facility's main gate and perform related duties as required.

Classification:

Full-time/Non-Exempt Compensation Range:

$28.34-$35.41 Per/Hour Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Train employees in proper work procedures; assign work as needed to subordinate staff. Assume supervisory responsibility of Waste Disposal Site during periods of time when the Waste Disposal Site Supervisor is not on-site including daily reconciliation of the cash drawer; prepare deposits. Help the accounting division for maintain accounts payables and receivables when needed. Assist in regulatory enforcement and compliance and health and safety activities. Perform general scalehouse operations, including calculating and collecting disposal fees, making change, screening loads for hazardous materials. Respond to customer inquiries; maintain overall security at the scalehouse; handle and document customer concerns and complaints. Help in evaluating employee performance and recommend appropriate disciplinary action. Update the computer databases; prepare reports and other correspondence as needed. Maintain records of waste and other recoverable materials received at the disposal site.

Required Experience:

Three years of experience in disposal site operations including solid waste, recycling or resource recovery, and /or materials receiving and accounting.

Training:

High School diploma or GED. Additional course work in math, accounting, computer science and/or supervision is desirable.

Required License or Certificate:

A valid California driver's license is required in addition to proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance.

Knowledge of:

Computers used in offices and other business operations. Cash and receipt handling techniques, methods, and practices. General principles of employee supervision, including training and performance evaluation. Safe work practices. Laws and regulations governing waste disposal in California. The operation and maintenance of waste disposal sites including primary resource and materials recovery. The different types and classifications of waste materials. The techniques and methods used to communicate effectively with staff, the public, and all others.

Physical Demands:

Operate a motor vehicle. Work weekends, holidays, and other irregular work schedules. Stand on feet for long periods of time in varying weather conditions. Lift up to fifty pounds and carry up to twenty-five pounds. Bend and stoop.