Scale Attendant

GENERAL PURPOSE
To assist the general public in the operations of the Transfer Station.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
CORE COMPETENCIES:

Conducts on-site inspections of in-coming waste to determine if it is acceptable as permitted by the Site Operating Plan; instructs and advises customers on policies, procedures, and use of the facility.

Operates the computer system that tracks all information relevant to Transfer Station operations; tracks waste by source and categories; generates invoices, weigh tickets, and produces management required reports; operates the scale weighing equipment; collects fees for waste disposed; performs data entry and maintains records as required.

Assists the Building & Grounds maintenance workers in maintaining the grounds; performs general custodial work.

Adheres to safety precautions and regulations related to the operation of equipment; complies with all City and departmental safety rules, policies, and procedures; uses and wears personal protective equipment and clothing, and complies with safe working controls; reports all accidents or injuries to the supervisor immediately; completes reports as required.

Effectively works together to meet the needs of the community and City through superior customer service, commitment and integrity.

Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in the Department and City attendance policies and procedures; ensures all behaviors comply with the City's Personnel Rules and Regulations; and complies with City of Killeen driving policy accordingly.

Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
1. Graduation from a high school or equivalent,
2. Six (6) months of related experience preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
1. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing;
2. Working knowledge of modern office practices and procedures;
3. Ability to effectively meet and deal with the public;
4. Ability to handle stressful situations;
5. Working knowledge of computers and current version of Microsoft office;
6. Knowledge of accounting principles and practices;
7. Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Must have the ability to obtain a waste screening certificate within one (1) year from date of hire.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Phone; radio; public weigh scales; computer; printer; safety equipment; calculator; and wheeled bar magnet.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee regularly is required to stand and talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to walk, sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and taste or smell.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

This position requires a pre-employment physical examination.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions. The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

SELECTION GUIDELINES

Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests may be required.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Employment Type: Full-time