Scalehouse Attendant, 2 Positions

Position:  Scalehouse Attendant, 2 positions
Division:  Environment Division
Salary Range:  $8.91/hour
Status:  Part-time Permanent, 20-hours/week
Deadline: Enníska / February 17, 2012

The St. Regis Mohawk Tribe, Environment Division is offering two (2) part-time, 20-hour per week positions for qualified individuals.  Under direction of the Transfer Station Operations Supervisor, the Scalehouse Attendant will be responsible for weighing of solid waste materials and generating sales receipts on a daily basis.  Weekend and Holiday work required.

Responsibilities

  • The Scalehouse Attendant serves as the first point of contact for customers depositing waste at a the Transfer Station; you will be responsible for calculating payments, checking loads, and ensuring the safety of the customer and other employees through observation of safety rules and regulations through use of Personal Protective Equipment.
  • The Scalehouse Attendant greets customers, directs customers and other traffic, and answers questions accurately, ensures that incoming garbage loads are safe and do not contain any inappropriate material, provides general upkeep of the Scale House, completes all administrative tasks including regular filing, and completes required reports.
  • The Scalehouse attendant is responsible for keeping their immediate supervisor fully informed of all problems or matters requiring his/her attention, attending company sponsored training and meetings as directed, working overtime as needed, and approaching all encounters with employees, customers, and vendors in a friendly, service oriented manner.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications for this position include:

  • High school diploma or G.E.D
  • Zero to four years previous experience
  • Must be at least 18 years of age or older
  • Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations
  • Successfully pass pre-employment drug screen, background check, and motor vehicle records check

Preferred Qualifications for this position include:

  • High school diploma or G.E.D, plus additional or specialized training.  Experience as a cashier.

Resumes are to be submitted to the Human Resources Office, Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe, 412 State Route 37, Akwesasne, NY 13655.

NATIVE PREFERENCE POLICY

The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe gives preference to Native Americans who meet the requirements of the posted position. To the extent possible, and consistent with job requirements, employees will be recruited from among the members of the Tribe.  Applicants not entitled to Native Preference will receive consideration without discrimination based on age, sex, disability or national origin.

DRUG TESTING POLICY

The successful applicant for employment must submit to and pass a drug test for illegal substances prior to employment being confirmed. Test results are normally received in three to five days from the date of the test. In the case of a positive result, the candidate is not eligible for employment with the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe. Employment may not begin until this process has been completed.

BACKGROUND CHECK

Some positions require a criminal background check to be used solely for employment related purposes.

 

Job Closing Date: February 17, 2012

Submit your resume and cover letter by mail:  Human Resources, Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe, 412 State Route 37, Akwesasne, NY 13655 or by email:  human.resources@srmt-nsn.gov.

NATIVE PREFERENCE POLICY

The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe gives preference to Native Americans who meet the requirements of the posted position. To the extent possible, and consistent with job requirements, employees will be recruited from among the members of the Tribe. Applicants not entitled to Native Preference will receive consideration without discrimination based on age, sex, disability or national origin.

DRUG TESTING POLICY

The successful applicant for employment must submit to and pass a drug test for illegal substances prior to employment being confirmed. Test results are normally received in three to five days from the date of the test. In the case of a positive result, the candidate is not eligible for employment with the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe. Employment may not begin until this process has been completed.

BACKGROUND CHECK

Some positions require a criminal background check to be used solely for employment related purposes.