The Spotter is responsible for safely and efficiently directing the vehicle drivers to the proper areas, based on the site fill plan, of the landfill, transfer station, or recycling centers, ensuring that publicly posted safety rules are followed. The position inspects incoming loads for unacceptable waste, removing such items before disposal at the site. The Spotter may also perform general laborer duties, including site clean-up, yard work, and building maintenance, as necessary.

• Follow all Company safety policies and procedures, including the proper manner in which to approach oncoming vehicles; make eye contact with drivers to ensure signals are understood; and maintain the use of personal protective equipment at all times.
• Enforce publicly posted safety rules and unposted safety standards at all times.
• Direct vehicles to the proper area of the facility based on the site fill plan and direct trucks in and out of the site in inclement weather.
• Inspect incoming loads for unacceptable waste; remove unsegregated items, including tires, batteries, and other unacceptable materials prior to disposal at the site.
• Communicate with equipment operators regarding incoming loads of special waste or other loads that require special attention.
• Follow guidelines and procedures for completing daily closing tasks.
• May perform general labor duties on an as-needed basis, including site clean-up, yard work, and building maintenance.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• One year of previous experience working around heavy machinery.
• Ability to adhere to work schedule and follow through on challenges as they arise.
• Ability to adhere to Company policies and rules that are set forth; promotes the Company’s safety standards; works with a sense of honesty and trustworthiness.
• Maintains a feeling of pride in work; strives to achieve all goals.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must pass background and pre-employment drug screen.

At Desoto Recycling and Disposal, our mission is to provide local communities with outstanding customer service and an “easy to do business with” culture.

We believe in delivering transparency without surprises every step of the way, beginning with our plain language service agreements, our customer service, and our environmental responsibilities.