Solid Waste Cashier

General Description:

A semi-skilled position responsible for weighing, observing, determining fees, collecting monies, providing change and preparing receipts when required to administer proper change applications for the Solid Waste facility.

• Opens landfill area for use by the general public and others in disposing of waste.
• Receives general public and determines appropriate charges for the dumping of waste, in accordance with previously adopted charging policies.
• Issues tickets and/or receipts corresponding with charge.
• Keeps accurate record of money received each day and makes report of such receipts.
• Balances and reconciles records.
• Answers telephone and provides information to public.
• Closes and secures area at the end of each workday.
• Performs light custodial duties.
• Maintains a professional and safe unit and work area adhering to established safety policies and the image desired for the organization.
• Consistently follows Board policies and procedures.
• Responds productively to change and performs all other related tasks as directed.

• Knowledge of cashiering principles and procedures.
• Ability to perform daily work involving written or numerical data, and to make arithmetic calculations accurately.
• Ability to maintain bookkeeping and clerical records.
• Ability to receive cash funds and make change accurately.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, managers, supervisors, directors, elected officials, vendors, and the general public.

Must be able to remain in a stationary position for 10% of the time. Frequently communicates with the public and co-workers. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. Frequently ascends/descends stairs, ladders, scaffolding, etc. Occasionally moves materials and equipment weighing up to 40 lbs. Frequently works in an outdoor environment up to four (4) hours; to include dirt, dust and odors.

Frequently operates a motor vehicle or heavy equipment for up to four (4) hours continuously or intermittently. Frequently positions self to work under or around various items to perform maintenance tasks. Occasionally works in rugged terrain; to include very steep, wet, muddy, rough, uneven or rocky surfaces. Positions require physical exertions such as bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching or similar activities.

Continuous exposure to moderately high noise levels.

Graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalent diploma preferred. One year experience in cashiering work. Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel programs.

Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver License.

Disaster Essential.

Solid Waste

Accounting Manager

103 - $34,741.98- $55,587.17 ($16.70/hour to $26.72/hour)

The HIGHLANDS COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, religious belief, color, national origin, disability/handicap, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetics or any other legally protected group/class. We are proud to be a drug free workplace. Screening tests for illegal drug use may be required as a condition of employment.