Collections Center Worker - Lorain County Commissioners : Job Details

Lorain County is governed by a board of three County Commissioners serving as the general administrative body for Lorain County. All Lorain County Commissioners are elected to office. The Lorain County Board of Commissioners is the budget and appropriating authority for Lorain County government and employs approximately 250 employees. Every agency (with the exception of the Motor Vehicle Gas Tax (MVGT), court, and other elected officeholder relies on the Lorain County Board of Commissioners for their budgets.

Under general supervision, performs unskilled labor; material handling of recyclable goods and communicating with the public.ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES: Performs unskilled labor in order to assist the public with unloading recyclable materials from their vehicles and moving the materials to the appropriate location. Must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull a maximum of 40 lbs. without assistance. Effectively communicate with the public/customers. Maintain a clean work area. Basic understanding of materials to be accepted or denied.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of safety practices and procedures, department policies and procedures; Proper lifting techniques, ability to carry out simple instructions in written, oral, or picture form; Deal with problems involving few variables within familiar context; Recognize safety warnings; Develop and maintain positive working relationships, effectively communicate with the public.

Lorain County is an equal opportunity employer and will make reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants with disabilities.