Landfill Gate Attendant [United States]

 

Class Title

Landfill Gate Attendant

Class Code

146

Salary

$3,295.00 - $4,636.00 Monthly

Basic Function

Under supervision, works at the entrance gate of the Resource Recovery Facility; operates truck scale and date management system, collects fees, inspects loads, and admits persons using the sanitary landfill facility and performs related work as required.

Distinguishing Characteristics

The Landfill Gate Attendant is the entry level classification in the Resource Recovery series. Under supervision, incumbents work at the entrance gate of the Resource Recovery Facility, handle incoming customer traffic via inspection, collection of fees and directs users to the correct location in the Facility. The Landfill Gate Attendant is distinguished from the next higher classification of Resource Recovery Worker I in that the later classification assists in the daily operations by collecting, sorting and baling recyclable materials; moves and stacks materials and assists with maintaining the worksite

Typical Duties

(May include but are not limited to the following:)

• Opens landfill gates for business and locks gates at end of day.
• Inspects incoming loads for compliance with State and Federal Hazardous Materials laws and City regulations.
• Operates automatic truck scale and computer for data management system.
• Determines appropriate fees, collects money and issues receipts for private vehicles, commercial hauling vehicles and commercial accounts.
• On completion of shift, counts money, balances register, prepares deposit, completes receipt reports and delivers deposit to Finance Department.
• Directs users to landfill or recycling center.
• Maintains recycling resale market.
• Assists with upkeep of work area.
• Performs other related duties that may be reasonably expected as part of this classification.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Position requires prolonged sitting, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, and stooping in the performance of daily activities, with occasional standing and squatting. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in using a computer keyboard. The nature of the work also requires the incumbent to occasionally climb ladders to inspect vehicle loads. The job duties may expose the employee to fumes, dust, stinging insects, toxic materials, biomedical waste products, human and animal waste products, and unpleasant odors. Additionally, the position requires far and near vision when reading and using a computer. Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal service. The need to lift, drag and push files, paper and documents weighing up to 25 pounds is also required. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.

Minimum Qualifications

The minimum qualifications for Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities are the following:

Education and Experience

• High school graduation or tested equivalent; and
• One (1) year experience in cashiering, retail, or book-keeping which includes public contact.

Knowledge:

• Basic mathematical calculations.
• Basic cash handling practices and record keeping.
• Basic computer applications used for word-processing and data management

Skills:

• Skill to use a 10-key calculator with speed and accuracy.

Abilities

• Make basic mathematical computations accurately.
• Count money quickly and accurately.
• Operate cash register software.
• Read and write effectively.
• Follow written and verbal instructions.
• Act in a courteous manner when dealing with the general public by phone or in person.
• Learn to operate electronic scale.
• Learn to input data into the computer.

Licenses and Certificates

None required.

Career Ladder

• Resource Recovery Supervisor
• Resource Recovery Service Field Crew Leader
• Senior Resource Recovery Worker or Resource Recovery Equipment Operator
• Resource Recovery Worker I/II
• Landfill Gate Attendant

Class Detail

Reports to: Resource Recovery Supervisor

Bargaining Unit: Service

Classification No. 146

Date of Issue: 3/90

Supersedes: 6/89

Update: 7/22

SALARY - This classification belongs to the Service bargaining unit and has a nine-step salary range. All classifications in this bargaining unit add an additional wage Step J on 7/14/18 by MOU agreement. Appointment may be made commensurate with experience. The current salary schedule is posted on the City website. See MOU for salary practices.

UNION REPRESENTATION - This classification belongs to the Service Employees' bargaining unit. All employees within this unit are represented by the Service Employees' International Union.

APPOINTMENT - Any candidate selected by the appointing department may be required to pass a pre-employment medical exam administered by a City-selected physician before hire to non-sedentary positions. Prior to starting work, all newly hired employees will be fingerprinted, to check conviction history. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment. Candidates must present documentation verifying authorization to work in the United States and take a loyalty oath as required by the State of California at the time of hire. Appointments to regular positions are subject to a six-month probationary period (unless specified as 12-month by Service Employees MOU) which is considered a part of the selection process. Probationary employees may be terminated without recourse during this period. Positions which are covered by the Department of Transportation regulations are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test and to random drug and alcohol testing.

LEAVE

Vacation – 80 hours/year up to 5 years, 120 hours/year 6-10 years, plus 8 hours for each year after 10 years up to a maximum of 160 hours/year.

Sick – 12 days/year

Holidays – up to 11 days/year
Floating Holidays - 24 hours per year - prorated for part-time

INSURANCE – (available to employee and eligible dependents)

Medical – Depends on plan selected; City generally pays 95% of the cost of coverage (pro-rated for part-time).
Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program – City currently pays full cost of employee and family coverage (pro-rated for part-time). Plus an additional $29.50 per pay period.

Life – City provides a $20,000 life insurance policy.

Long Term Disability – City provides a long term disability plan.

RETIREMENT

All new regular employees become members of PERS. Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) 2% @ 62 (3 year average). Prior PERS membership may affect retirement formula. Employees contribute 9.75% of their salary to PERS on a pre-tax basis. An employee is vested after 5 years of membership. No Social Security is withheld.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS (not all inclusive)

457 Deferred Compensation Plan

Accident Protection Insurance

Bilingual Pay if required by position

Cancer and Critical Illness Insurance

Direct Deposit

Discount Bus Pass Program

Flexible Spending Plans for Health & Dependent Care

Longevity Pay (after 10 years and 15 years)

In lieu Medical Reimbursement of $200 /month (if not participating in City offered Medical Plan)

Shift Differential

Supplemental Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

The information included in this listing is subject to change and does not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Leaves and most Insurance contributions are pro-rated for part-time benefited employees.

 

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