Landfill Gate Attendant

Landfill Gate Attendant

Salary

$23.52 Hourly

Location

FC 5887 S Taft Hill, CO

Job Type

Regular

Job Number

202600212

Department

Solid Waste

Opening Date

05/18/2026

Closing Date

5/31/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Full/Part Time

Full Time

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Overview

The Solid Waste Department is looking for a Landfill Gate Attendant to join our team!

This position provides directions to the public using county landfill facilities, handles monetary transactions, and provides professional customer service.

To learn more about what we do, visit https://www.larimer.gov/solidwaste.

Responsibilities

What youll be doing:

• Collect and process fees and charges while maintaining accurate records and logs.
• Greet visitors using the County's landfill facilities, inspect refuse contents, and direct customers to the appropriate dumping areas.
• Monitor for potential hazards, such as fires or toxic and flammable chemicals, and notify appropriate landfill personnel.
• Ensure all dumped refuse complies with County rules and policies for landfill operations.
• Direct traffic at the front gate and/or dumpsite as needed.

To view the full job description, visit - https://www.larimer.gov/hr/careers/job-descriptions#/app/detail/Landfill_Gate_Attendant.

What were looking for:

• Proficiency in routine software and business applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software, and databases.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with County employees, agency representatives, and community members.
• Commitment to using safe work practices.
• Willingness to learn and apply relevant landfill laws, rules, and regulations.
• Capability to perform duties independently with minimal supervision.
• Dedication to providing professional customer service to clients and the public.

Qualifications

To move forward in the hiring process, candidates must meet the required minimum qualifications. That said, we encourage you to think about your unique background and skills before applying. People often underestimate how their experiences match up with a role's needs. We encourage you to apply if you meet the minimum qualifications and believe your skills and perspective can add value to this position.

• One (1) year of experience in a directly related field or in the performance of similar duties and responsibilities required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Benefits

Here's what Larimer County offers for all Regular, Limited Term, and Appointed positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• FSA or HSA (depending on the medical plan)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Want to dive into the details? Check out Larimer Countys Benefits. https://www.larimer.gov/hr/benefits

Supplemental Information

Please Note:

We are currently hiring two Gatehouse Attendants for our North Landfill location at 15669 N. County Road 9, Wellington, CO 80549, and one Gatehouse Attendant for our South Landfill location at 5887 S. Taft Hill Road, Fort Collins, CO 80526. The schedule for this position varies and rotates, with Saturday shifts assigned on a rotating basis.

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.

All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.

Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.

For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available.

Larimer County offers the following for all Regular/Limited Term positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts / Health Savings Account
• Short and Long Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match.
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick and holidays.

Click here to view information on Larimer Countys Benefits.

01

Please choose one of the Larimer County guiding principles listed that you feel most applies to you and this position - Larimer County will add value to the lives of its citizens today and in the future by:

• Being good stewards of public resources.
• Promoting innovation, adaptability, and committing to continuous improvement.
• Providing consistent quality customer service.
• Empowering people to take responsibility.
• Cultivating inclusive and collaborative partnerships
• Being a fulfilling, enjoyable, and inclusive place to work.

02

Based on your choice in the previous question, describe how you would apply this guiding principle in this position.

03

Are you a current or previous employee of Larimer County?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have one (1) year of experience in a directly related field or in the performance of similar duties and responsibilities?

• Yes
• No

05

This position requires being 18 years of age or older. Are you able to meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

06

When coming into a new organization, how do you learn about the culture, processes, structure, and people?

07

How do you feel about working in a team setting and working independently?

08

What interests you most about this position?

09

How do you feel about handling cash, credit cards and accounts using basic math skills?

10

Briefly explain what you know about solid waste management, recycling and waste diversion.

11

We are currently hiring Gatehouse Attendants for our North Landfill location at 15669 N. County Road 9, Wellington, CO 80549, and Gatehouse Attendants for our South Landfill location at 5887 S. Taft Hill Road, Fort Collins, CO 80526. Which location are you most interested in working at?

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Employer Larimer County