LANDFILL GATE ATTENDANT




Landfill Gate Attendant

Position Title: Landfill Gate Attendant – Landfill
Job Class Code: 3055
Department: Public Works – Landfill
Reports To: Landfill Supervisor
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Safety Sensitive: Yes
Annual Salary: $31,924 - $47,886


Job Summary
Under direction of the Landfill Supervisor, performs clerical, customer service, and operational support work related to landfill scale operations. This position is responsible for weighing incoming and outgoing loads, maintaining accurate records, processing transactions, and ensuring compliance with landfill procedures and regulations.


Typical Duties
Scale Operations & Weighing

  • Weighs incoming and outgoing vehicles using scale systems
  • Records weights, load types, and required data accurately
  • Verifies load contents and ensures proper classification of materials
  • Directs customers to appropriate disposal areas based on load type


Customer Service & Public Interaction

  • Greets customers and provides instructions regarding landfill procedures
  • Answers questions related to fees, disposal requirements, and site rules
  • Resolves customer issues or directs concerns to supervisor as appropriate


Fee Collection & Transactions

  • Collects fees and processes payments for landfill services
  • Maintains accurate records of transactions and receipts
  • Balances cash drawer and prepares daily reports


Recordkeeping & Documentation

  • Maintains records of loads, weights, and disposal activities
  • Prepares daily, weekly, and monthly reports as required
  • Ensures accuracy and completeness of documentation


Compliance & Monitoring

  • Ensures loads meet landfill acceptance criteria and regulations
  • Reports unauthorized or hazardous materials to supervisor
  • Assists in maintaining compliance with environmental and operational requirements


Coordination & Communication

  • Communicates with landfill staff regarding incoming loads and site activity
  • Coordinates with operators to manage traffic flow and site operations
  • Maintains communication with supervisor regarding issues or concerns


Other Duties

  • Performs other duties as assigned in support of landfill operations


Minimum Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Experience in clerical work, cash handling, or customer service preferred


Licenses & Certifications

  • Valid New Mexico driver’s license


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge

  • Knowledge of basic clerical and recordkeeping procedures
  • Knowledge of cash handling and transaction processes
  • Knowledge of landfill operations and disposal procedures


Skills

  • Skill in customer service and communication
  • Skill in data entry and recordkeeping
  • Skill in handling transactions and balancing accounts


Abilities

  • Ability to maintain accurate records and data
  • Ability to communicate effectively with the public and staff
  • Ability to enforce landfill procedures and guidelines
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks


Physical Requirements
Work involves standing, walking, and operating office equipment. May require occasional lifting.


Working Conditions
Work is performed in an office setting located within a landfill environment, with exposure to noise, traffic, and outdoor conditions. Position may require working weekends or extended hours.


Position : 18014090

Code : 20260230-1

Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location : LANDFILL

Group : FULL TIME

Job Class : LANDFILL GATE ATTENDANT

Posting Start : 03/10/2026

Posting End : 12/31/9999

Salary: $15.35-$23.01