Transfer Station Yard Jockey
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UNIFIED DISPOSAL PARTNERS LLC
Mount Pleasant, TN, US
Summary
The operator is responsible for the safe and efficient management of the waste transfer station, including operating heavy machinery and directing customer waste disposal. They must also monitor waste streams for hazardous materials, maintain facility cleanliness, and ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
Job Description
Job DetailsJob Location: UDP Mt Pleasant Transfer Station - Mount Pleasant, TN 38474A transfer station operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a waste transfer station, including directing customers to appropriate disposal areas, operating heavy machinery like front-end loaders and compactors, monitoring waste streams for hazardous materials, maintaining cleanliness of the facility, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations, all while assisting customers with proper waste disposal procedures and promoting recycling efforts.
Key responsibilities may include:
Customer service:
Guiding customers to designated areas for waste disposal, checking loads for prohibited items, and answering questions regarding recycling guidelines.
Equipment operation:
Operating heavy machinery like front-end loaders, compactors, tipping floors, and truck scales to efficiently manage waste transfer.
Waste sorting and monitoring:
Identifying and managing hazardous waste, ensuring proper segregation of recyclable materials, and directing customers to appropriate disposal areas.
Facility maintenance:
Cleaning and maintaining the transfer station grounds, equipment, and buildings, including minor repairs.
Data recording:
Tracking waste volumes, recording load information, and maintaining operational logs.
Compliance with regulations:
Adhering to environmental regulations regarding waste disposal and reporting any potential issues.
Safety procedures:
Enforcing safety protocols on the transfer station site, including proper personal protective equipment usage.
Benefits:
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
401K
Qualifications
Mechanical aptitude: Ability to operate and maintain heavy machinery
Physical fitness: Capability to perform manual labor and work in outdoor conditions
Attention to detail: Accurate data recording and waste sorting
Customer service skills: Effectively interacting with customers and providing clear instructions
Safety awareness: Understanding and following safety procedures
Basic computer skills: Operating data entry systems for recordkeeping
