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King County

Transfer Station Operator

Seattle, WA · On-site

$38.30 - $46.51/hr

For a customer focused Transfer Station Operators (TSO) who are responsive problem solvers and who ... Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass. For inquiries about the ...

King County, WA

Transfer Station Operator

Seattle, WA · On-site

$38.30 - $46.51/hr

Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass. For inquiries about the ... Transfer Station Operator position within the past six months? (If you have applied to this role ...

King County

Transfer Station Operator

Seattle, WA

$38.29 - $58/hr

For a customer focused Transfer Station Operators (TSO) who are responsive problem solvers and who will support the Department and Division goals on Environmental Sustainability. Be part of this unit ...

Miami County

Transfer Station Operator I

Troy, OH · On-site

$18 - $19/hr

DUTIES: Operates semi-tractor to transfer solid waste for disposal or recycling, assists Transfer Station Operator 2 in loading and compacting solid waste for disposal or recycling, inspects ...

Miami County Ohio

Transfer Station Operator I

Troy, OH · On-site

$18 - $19/hr

DUTIES: Operates semi-tractor to transfer solid waste for disposal or recycling, assists Transfer Station Operator 2 in loading and compacting solid waste for disposal or recycling, inspects ...

Spokanecounty

$3.9K - $5.5K/mo

Work is performed under the direction of Transfer Station Site Supervisor and the Transfer Stations Operations Manager. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS * Visually screens incoming loads of material for ...

Reworld Projects, LLC

$87 - $116/hr

... transfer station ... This hands-on leadership role oversees site employees, contracted operators, waste haulers ...

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Infographic showing various Temporary Transfer Station Operator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 37% Full Time, 61% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,316 per year, or $20.3 per hour.

Transfer Station Operator

UNIFIED DISPOSAL PARTNERS LLC

Bath Springs, TN • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

A transfer station operator isresponsible 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.

  • 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

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