Landfill Attendant

The essential function of the position within the organization is to perform customer service and maintenance duties in support of daily County landfill and Convenience Center operations. The position is responsible for greeting and assisting customers, inspecting waste deliveries, maintaining daily records, and performing other tasks as assigned. The position works with minimal supervision according to set procedures and this job is performed outdoors in all weather conditions.

This position shall be required to assist with emergency support functions in the event of a declared emergency and/or any other emergency duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered. Requires High School Diploma or GED.

Requires valid Florida Driver's license.

Requires Hazwoper certification and Spotter certification within six (6) months of employment.

Lake County is committed to maintaining a workplace that is free from the presence and effects of drugs and/or alcohol, providing the highest level of service to its citizens, and minimizing the risk of accidents and injuries. As a term and condition of employment, employees may not use drugs/alcohol that impair performance or are illegal on or off the job. The County conducts drug and/or alcohol tests for the following reasons: reasonable suspicion, post-accident, fitness for duty, and follow-up for the employee assistance program.

Safety sensitive and high-risk positions are also subject to pre-employment and random drug/alcohol tests.