Recycling Center Attendant; TEMPORARY Job Smyrna area,Georgia USA,Entertainment & Gaming

Salary/Pay Rate: $17.52 - $22.34 per hour DOE
Posted Date: 10/15/2026 3:24 PM

This is a temporary full-time appointment established to provide operational coverage during an employee’s approved leave of absence. The appointment is not a permanent position and may end upon the earlier of: (1) the incumbent employee’s return to active employment; (2) the expiration or discontinuation of the operational need; (3) the completion of the stated temporary assignment period; or (4) other lawful separation.

Compensation and benefit eligibility, if any, are governed by the City’s applicable pay plans, personnel policies, benefit-plan documents, and law.

Recycling Center Attendant
Environmental Services

Job Summary

This position assists in the operations of the recycling center.

Major Duties

Processes, sorts and organizes recycling materials, including plastics, glass, electronics, cardboard, paper, metals and other materials in accordance with established recycling guidelines and procedures.

Provides courteous, professional customer service to recycling center patrons by assisting with unloading materials, directing users to appropriate collection bins, and ensuring a safe, efficient, and positive disposal experience related.

Ensures materials brought to the recycling center are properly inspected for acceptable items and contamination, and that patrons comply with all facility rules, safety requirements, and recycling guidelines.

Performs routine tasks associated with the daily operation of the recycling center, including organizing materials, maintaining collection areas, and preparing materials for storage, pickup, or transportation.

Operates a horizontal baler to safely process and compact recyclable materials, including plastic, paper, and cardboard, into secure, transport-ready bales.

Operates a forklift to stage, load, unload, and relocate materials within the warehouse and into trailers.

Maintains the cleanliness of grounds and warehouse.

Answers telephone calls and provides accurate information and assistance regarding accepted and prohibited materials, recycling procedures, facility guidelines, hours of operation, and other related inquiries.

Assists in supporting community service volunteers by providing day-to-day guidance, answering questions, and monitoring work for accuracy and safety.

Directs traffic at the recycling center as needed.

Identifies and reports unsafe conditions, equipment malfunctions, spills, and other potential hazards to the appropriate supervisor.

Drives city vehicle to pick up and drop off recyclable materials as required.

Performs other assigned duties.

Knowledge Required by the Position

Knowledge of recycling principles and practices.

Knowledge of city policies and procedures.

Knowledge of customer service principles and practices.

Skill in the operation of a forklift and baler.

Skill in the enforcement of safety principles and guidelines.

Skill in interpersonal relations.

Skill in oral and written communication.

Supervisory Controls

The Recycling Center Coordinator assigns work in terms of somewhat general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with instructions and established procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results.

Guidelines

Guidelines include recyclable materials guidelines, safety policies and procedures, and city and department policies and procedures. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application.

Complexity / Scope of Work

The work consists of related equipment operation and customer service duties. Strict guidelines for recyclable materials contribute to the complexity of the position.
The purpose of this position is to provide support for recycling center…