Recycling and Transfer Facility Attendant

Overview

The Town of Cohasset is seeking a dedicated Attendant to join the team at the town’s Recycling and Transfer Facility (RTF). Reporting to the RTF Operations Manager, the RTF Attendant delivers high-level customer service by greeting the public upon arrival at the Recycling and Transfer Station. The Attendant is responsible for communicating procedures, assists with the intake monies for pay-per-drop items and aids in general operations.

The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, good communication skills, and a commitment to promoting sustainable practices within the community.

Principal Responsibilities:
The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

• Open and close the transfer station gates according to schedule.
• Direct incoming vehicles to proper disposal areas, check for valid transfer station permit.
• Keep transfer station clean, pick up debris, and help keep staff areas clean.
• Receive payments for additional charge waste items.
• Assist in starting/stopping machinery as needed using stop and start buttons.
• Perform work assignments in a prompt, efficient and safe manner.
• Maintain a neat and tidy work environment, pickup windblown or discarded debris.

• Greet visitors entering the facility.
• Explain transfer station procedures to the general public; monitor materials to prohibit disposal of prohibited items.
• Always represent the town in a professional manner.
• Commitment to maintaining a good working relationship with coworkers, other town officials and the general public.

5% Other duties as assigned.

A High School Diploma or equivalent.

• Must have at least six (6) months of experience in a customer service environment.
• Experience in cash handling is preferred.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions, communicate with others, and work independently.
• Knowledge and ability to follow all general safety procedures and practices.

Schedule: This position is 15 hours per week, with flexible hours between Wednesday and Sunday.

Salary: $22.56 per hour with annual performance-based step increases and cost-of-living (COLA).

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The Town of Cohasset is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate based on race, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other attribute.