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Dorchester County Government Scale Attendant (I) in Cambridge, Maryland
SCALES ATTENDANT I LANDFILL - PUBLIC WORKS Full-time with Benefits $16.01 - $16.41
Job Summary and Essential Functions The purpose of this position is to assist citizens in the use of landfill public areas and provide information regarding solid waste disposal.
Responsibilitiesinclude, but are not limited to, providing fee information, conducting on-site inspections, determining if trash is allowable for disposal, monitoring for hazardous waste and liquids, weighing trucks and other vehicles, entering data into billing system, issuing warnings to customers that dump trash illegally, communicating with landfill management, controlling traffic in public use areas, monitoring work sites for inappropriate behavior of customers, preparing forms documenting activities and keeping applicable areas clean of trash and litter.
Education and Qualifications High school diploma or GED with one year of related field experience. Familiarity with landfill software, technology, and trends preferred. Possess a valid drivers license. Must have great customer service skills and be able to effectively communicate with customers, coworkers, peers and leadership.
Physical and Environmental Demands This position requires climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, hearing, seeing and repetitive motion. Must be able to move and/or carry objects and materials, exert over fifty pounds of force occasionally, and or up to thirty pounds force frequently. Must be able to endure high heat conditions and sub-freezing temperatures (indoors and outdoors). Must be able to work in tight and closed spaces for extended periods of time. Must have clear vision and hearing.
This posting lists many of the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.
To Apply:Applicants should apply online and upload their current resume tohttps://jobs.appone.com/DorchesterCounty or in person at 501 Court Lane - Rm 103 Cambridge, MD 21613.
Applications can be downloaded atwww.dorchestercountymd.comfor those applying in person. Position will remain open until filled.