Solid Waste Clerk

at Pottawatomie County in Wamego, Kansas, United States

Job Description

Job Type

Full-time

Description

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Pottawatomie County Sanitarian, the Solid Waste Clerk is a non-exempt position under FLSA. This position is responsible for the operation and security of the scale house at the Pottawatomie County Transfer Station. This employee is responsible for weighing, inspecting, and assessing charges, record keeping, billing accounts receivables, and mowing. Excellent public relation and communication skills are required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (required):

1. Opens and closes the scale house;
2. Regular and predictable attendance required;
3. Weighs and inspects loads of municipal and construction debris solid waste;
4. Inspects loads for hazardous or unacceptable materials;
5. Assesses charges, maintains receipts, secures cash and check receipts;
6. Posts daily charge account entries;
7. Collects, records and accounts for cash and checks received from customers;
8. Maintains record of weekly tonnage received;
9. Answers and directs incoming telephone calls;
10. Performs monthly billing;
11. Maintains office in a neat and orderly manner;
12. Directs customers to proper area for unloading;
13. Ensures positive public relations with public and staff;

Requirements

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:  

The work environment and physical demand characteristics described here are representative and not intended to be fully inclusive of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

1. Empties oil into storage tank;
2. Separates paints and hazardous chemicals from incoming loads;
3. Assists in maintaining grounds in a neat and orderly fashion;
4. Instructs the public on types of trash accepted;
5. Performs other duties as deemed necessary or assigned.