Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Gatehouse Attendant I assists with the daily collection operations at the landfill, Material Recovery Facility (MRF) or transfer station and delivers professional customer service to all customers.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Wear the appropriate personal protective equipment when and where required.
2. Comply with the company’s cash handling procedures.
3. Provide courteous, professional customer service.
4. Comply with all governmental regulations pertaining to waste disposal, metal purchasing and shipping.
5. Monitor and record incoming waste collection trucks and inspect the contents of incoming vehicles.
6. Collect disposal fees from customers.
7. Report all incidents to the Landfill Compliance Manager.
8. File collection records and safeguard cash in the appropriate location.
9. Monitor and respond to radio calls.
10. Complete and submit reports on metal collections at the MRF gatehouse.
11. Obtain a debriefing from the outgoing attendant, examine activity and collection records from the previous shift and note any problems.
12. Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Written and verbal fluency in English
• Basic computer and internet navigation skills
• Basic math skills
• Ability to identify the size and type of collection vehicles
• Ability to measure non-standard trucks and compute load sizes in cubic yards
• Ability to identify hazardous and special wastes
• Ability to read and understand Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
• Professional personal demeanor
• Reliable transportation
• Availability to work after standard business hours, holidays and weekends, as scheduled

PREFERRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Bilingual in English and Spanish
• High school diploma or its equivalent
• At least one year of related experience
• Must pass a tele-screen and 10-key tests

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS

• Waste Screening license after one year of employment