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Solid Waste Cashier

Highlands County Board Of County Commissioners

Job Location:

Sebring, FL - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 34741 - 55587

Posted: 6 June 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 3 September 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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Job Summary

Department:	Solid Waste
Reports to:	Accounting Manager
Pay Grade/Salary Range:	103 - $34741.98- $55587.17($16.70hour to $26.72hour)

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

A semi-skilled position responsible for weighing observing determining fees collecting monies providing change and preparing receipts when required to administer proper change applications for the Solid Waste facility.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

The following statements describe the principal functions of the job and its scope of responsibility but should not be considered an all-inclusive list of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.

Opens landfill area for use by the general public and others in disposing of waste.
Receives general public and determines appropriate charges for the dumping of waste in accordance with previously adopted charging policies.
Issues tickets and/or receipts corresponding with charge.
Keeps accurate record of money received each day and makes report of such receipts.
Balances and reconciles records.
Answers telephone and provides information to public.
Closes and secures area at the end of each workday.
Performs light custodial duties.
Maintains a professional and safe unit and work area adhering to established safety policies and the image desired for the organization.
Consistently follows Board policies and procedures.
Responds productively to change and performs all other related tasks as directed.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of cashiering principles and procedures.
Ability to perform daily work involving written or numerical data and to make arithmetic calculations accurately.
Ability to maintain bookkeeping and clerical records.
Ability to receive cash funds and make change accurately.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with co-workers managers supervisors directors elected officials vendors and the general public.

PHYSICAL SKILLS:

Must be able to remain in a stationary position for 10% of the time. Frequently communicates with the public and co-workers. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. Frequently ascends/descends stairs ladders scaffolding etc. Occasionally moves materials and equipment weighing up to 40 lbs. Frequently works in a outdoor environment up to four (4) hours; to include dirt dust and odors. Frequently operates a motor vehicle or heavy equipment for up to four (4) hours continuously or intermittently. Frequently positions self to work under or around various items to perform maintenance tasks. Occasionally works in rugged terrain; to include very steep wet muddy rough uneven or rocky surfaces. Positions require physical exertions such as bending crouching stooping stretching reaching or similar activities. Continuous exposure to moderately high noise levels.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalent diploma preferred. One year experience in cashiering work. Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel programs.

LICENSES CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS:

Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver License.

OTHER JOB-RELATED REQUIREMENTS:

Disaster Essential.

THE HIGHLANDS COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Does not Discriminate on the basis of age race sex religious belief color national origin disability/handicap gender gender identity sexual orientation genetics or any other legally protected group/class. We are proud to be a drug free workplace. Screening tests for illegal drug use may be required as a condition of employment

Required Experience:

Junior IC

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