Transfer Station Technician

Job Description

Job Title: Transfer Station Technician
Location: Deer Valley Rd, Newport, WA 99156

Full Wage Range (per month): 

Step 1 $3,739.63     Step 2 $3,956.55     Step 3 $4,187.76    Step 4 $4,447.55     Step 5 $4,715.12

Hiring Range: Step 1 $3,739.63 – Step 2 $3,956.55 per month DOQ

Benefits include: Subsidized medical insurance for the employee. Optional dental, vision, and medical coverage for dependents. Washington State retirement pension is applicable, plan choices vary. County-paid benefits such as life insurance, long-term disability, Employee Assistance Program, and 12 Company-paid holidays. Pend Oreille County offers a wide range of optional benefits, we are sure that there is a plan to suit your needs.

Job Summary:
This position manages operations at County Solid Waste Transfer Stations, including recycling, household hazardous waste, and refuse collection. It also supports litter cleanup programs, coordinates with the public and commercial haulers, and assists in emergency response.

Key Duties:

• Operate and maintain equipment (forklifts, backhoes, roll-off trucks, cardboard baler).
• Oversee waste flow, recycling, and hazardous waste processing.
• Conduct landfill water sampling and maintain records.
• Handle cash transactions and operate scales.
• Maintain safety procedures and proper hazardous material handling.
• Provide customer service and public information.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Class A CDL, CPR, and First Aid certification.
• Ability to obtain refrigerant recovery and HAZWOPER certification within 6 months.
• Strong mechanical, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently in various outdoor conditions, lift heavy objects, and perform manual labor.

Work Environment:

Outdoor, physically demanding role with exposure to noise, chemicals, and weather. Regular attendance required; no telecommuting.

** Have some questions? Send us an email at HR@pendoreille.gov. **