Transfer Station Operator

Summary of Duties:

The Transfer Station operator is On Call Position and responsible for ensuring the transfer station is always operating in a safe and tidy manner while assisting customers in a friendly and professional manner

Key Deliverables and Expectations:

• Ensure the transfer station and surrounding area are tidy and accessible to the public, including clearing debris, snow and ice removal, managing spills and airborne waste
• Oversees the entire operation of the transfer station, including but not limited to:
  • Greet and direct users to proper dumping and recycling areas
  • Inspect customer items for prohibited waste
  • Take scale measurements upon customer entry and exit
  • Accurately process cash and credit card transactions for applicable tipping fees
  • Assist customers using the Free Store
  • Secure food waste and garbage management
  • Management of all bins and the proper separation of recycling and garbage
  • Proper management of hazardous items
• Operating of the compactor bins, food waste transfer bins, cardboard bailers, and min-loader
• Traffic and vehicle flow management and cleanliness (free of debris or clutter) on roadways
• Cleaning of bins and daily site clean-up, maintaining a clean and tidy facility
• Data management and required record-keeping of recycling, garbage, and other waste
• Provides good customer service, clear instructions, and education for users
• Will assist customers with sorting of materials
• Follows all safety protocols and ensures safety is a key priority
• Performs ongoing site maintenance and general duties

• Perform other related duties as requested

Experience and Attributes:

• First Aid Certificate
• Training in solid waste management
• Previous experience with operating small equipment (manual forklift, compactor, mini loader) and hand tools
• Previous experience or understanding of hazardous material management
• Familiar with basic computer knowledge
• Strong communication skills – able to understand direction, able to communicate tasks, able to educate and share knowledge with staff and customers
• Physically fit and mobile. Able to lift up to 50 lbs and be on feet all day, able to conduct manual labour, can work outside in variable conditions
• Proven ability to work in a busy, fast-paced environment and manages stress effectively
• Able to prioritize daily tasks and can manage multiple priorities at a time
• Strong attention to safety and following all safety protocols
• Team player – willing to help team members
• Cleared criminal record check