Leaf & Branch Drop Site Attendant

Hiring Range:
The hiring range for this position is $19.52 - $24.41 per hour; which increases based on years of service and experience.

Work Schedule:

Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and some Mondays from 8 am to 3 pm; the schedule may vary depending on the Town's needs.

As a member of the Public Services (Parks, Recreation & Culture/Public Works) team, individuals in this role serve as the primary point of contact for customers utilizing the Leaf & Branch Drop Site at the Public Services Facility. The responsibilities associated with this position include delivering exceptional customer service and overseeing the operations of the Leaf & Branch Drop Site. This role is essential in ensuring the safe, efficient, and compliant disposal of approved yard waste recyclable materials.

Duties encompass processing customer credit card payments (cash payments are not accepted), verifying the residency status of customers in Windsor, and providing guidance on the proper utilization of the facility, including directions for the disposal of yard waste materials (such as leaves and branches) into designated roll-off bins. Additionally, the Attendant plays a critical role in maintaining site organization, preventing material contamination, and coordinating with operations staff regarding the management of roll-off containers, ensuring timely removal when they reach full capacity.

The Attendant is also responsible for ensuring that the Leaf & Branch Drop Site remains free of debris and is clean.

This temporary employment may be scheduled throughout the year on a full-time basis, depending on the needs of the town, but will not exceed six months in length (or 1,040 hours, whichever comes first). Individuals in the position are required to perform work in a manner consistent with and exemplary of the town’s PRIDE philosophy and the town’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy.

Individuals work under the direct supervision/leadership of the Town Forester to carry out assigned duties, functions, roles, and projects in both routine and complex circumstances.

No supervisory responsibilities or control exercised.

The incumbent in the Leaf & Branch Drop Site Attendant role is assigned specific assignments, job duties, scope, authority, responsibility, roles, and requirements as determined by the town, department, division, and pursuant to laws, regulations, and practices. Incumbents in this position must be able to successfully perform, be responsible for, and/or assist in the fulfillment of many job functions and duties, with or without reasonable accommodation.

The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all-inclusive:

• Responsible for controlling, inspecting, recording, and tracking customer traffic, including the delivery of yard waste recyclable materials.
• Monitors and manages customer traffic entering and exiting the Leaf & Branch Drop Site, ensuring safe and efficient operations.
• Inspects incoming loads and verifies acceptable yard waste materials, including leaves and branches. Identifies, rejects, and reports prohibited or contaminated materials.
• Requires customers to provide proof of residency (e.g., driver’s license or utility bill with current address) prior to site use.
• Directs customers on proper unloading procedures, including requiring self-unloading of materials into designated roll-off containers.
• Ensures leaves and branches are separated in accordance with site requirements.
• Completes basic documentation, logs, and reports related to site usage, incidents, and daily operations.
• Coordinates with operations staff or supervisor to manage roll-off containers, including scheduling timely removal of full containers and placement of empty units.
• Supports safe compaction activities of roll-offs in coordination with operations personnel to maintain available capacity.
• Directs traffic flow within the site to ensure safe movement of vehicles, trailers, and pedestrians.
• Communicates clearly and professionally with the public regarding site rules, acceptable materials, and operational procedures.
• Tracks vehicle and load counts using established methods and maintains daily operational logs.
• Uses the established fees set by management for the Leaf and Branch Drop Site when processing customer transactions via credit card payments, including refunds and voids, and maintains accurate daily…