Job Description

Posting number: 26-13325-02JM

Department: Department of Waste Resources

Division: Department of Waste Resources

Job classification: GATE SERVICES ASSISTANT

Posting type: Open & Promotional

Categories: Clerical & Data Entry, Sanitation, Transportation, Waste Management, Water Treatment

Summary

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The County of Riverside's Human Resources Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) seeks a Temporary Gate Services Assistant position to support the Department of Waste Resources. This is a full-time, temporary position, and incumbents will travel throughout Riverside County to various landfill locations as needed. The site where the Temporary Gate Services Assistant will work is in Blythe, with frequent travel to the Oasis landfills as needed.

This position is responsible for opening and closing landfill sites, assessing and collecting user fees, and enforcing all applicable departmental rules, regulations, and policies related to landfill operations. Additional responsibilities include maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the gate fee booth, collecting operational data, and ensuring accurate records of waste received and revenue collected. The department is seeking candidates with strong customer service and cash-handling experience, proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and the ability to work in a dynamic operational environment. Bilingual candidates (Spanish) are highly desired.

*The work schedule for this position is a fixed 5/40 schedule, including one Saturday per month.

Meet the Team!

The Department of Waste Resources serves the County's solid waste disposal needs by providing for efficient and effective landfilling of County non-hazardous waste, protecting the environment, and promoting recycling in order to ensure a safe and healthy community for current and future generations.

About TAP

The Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) recruits and hires temporary employees for all County departments. TAP assignments are a great way to learn about working for the County while working on a temporary, at-will basis.

Click here to learn more about TAP: https://rc-hr.com/temporary-medical-assignment-program-tapmap

TAP Benefits

https://rc-hr.com/files/users/user116/COR_2026_TAP_Guide_FINAL.pdf

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Examples of duties

• Screen customers to determine the proper classification of waste materials and recyclables according to established regulations and policies; provide directions for dumping locations by customer and/or waste type.
• Prohibit dumping of unacceptable waste and refer haulers to appropriate sites where possible; using platform scales, weigh vehicles in order to assess appropriate fees, and determine the tare weight of vehicles if necessary.
• Calculate and collect appropriate fees; assess and determine fees based on the classification of waste material and the weight or volume of each load; collect fees by cash, credit card or Department account transaction; issue receipts and record the amount and type of refuse for each transaction.
• Prepare daily reports of revenue and receipts; maintain scale and scale house in safe and operable condition at all times; may prepare and deliver daily bank deposits.
• Provide customer service; answer inquiries and provide general information to the public concerning operating hours, site locations and directions; explain landfill rules, safety protocols and dumping instructions.
• Troubleshoot computer equipment issues; relay problems to appropriate staff, and subsequently process customers manually.
• Open and close site daily and assist with traffic control; control traffic when area is congested; notify supervisor of stalled vehicles; ensure the site is clear of visitors at closing.
• Keep track of business supplies and inventory; submit requests for supplies as needed.
• May operate and perform checks on diesel generator.
• May exercise right to refuse entry to customers not conforming to regulations.

Qualifications

OPTION I

Education: Graduation from high school, possession of a Certificate of Proficiency issued by the California State Board of Education or attainment of a satisfactory score on a G.E.D. examination.

Experience: Six months of customer service experience with primary responsibility for cash handling and interfacing with the public.

OPTION II

Education: Graduation from high school, possession of a Certificate of Proficiency issued by the California State Board of Education or attainment of a satisfactory score on a G.E.D. examination.

Experience: Six months of performing clerical work directly related to landfill operations.

ALL OPTIONS

Knowledge of: Simple recordkeeping procedures and basic arithmetic.

Ability to: Read, understand, and apply regulations pertaining to the use and operation of County landfill sites; categorize objects consistently according to verbal descriptions; perform arithmetic computations quickly and accurately; keep accurate, complete records according to prescribed procedures; explain and enforce regulations, policies and procedures in a tactful and courteous manner; accept responsibility and work independently; communicate effectively with others in investigating complaints and resolving disputes regarding landfill site operation.

License: Possession of a valid California Driver's License.

Supplemental information

The closing date and timefor this position

Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at 11:59 PM Pacific Time

For questions regarding this recruitment

Please contact Joseph Miller at 951-955-3769 or josephmiller@rivco.org. For general inquiries, please allow up to 2 business days to receive a response.