
Accomplished Spotter at Recology, recognized as one of three regional employees of the year in 2026, excels in hazardous materials management and superior communication. Demonstrated quick decision-making and problem-solving skills, enhancing safety and efficiency. Proven ability to adapt in high-stress environments, effectively managing customer interactions and optimizing operational flow.
Direct incoming customers into parking spots that maintain optimal bay flow
Provide real-time assistance to customers during backing to enable safe vehicle control
Responding to emergency events, isolating hazardous materials requiring pre-transfer testing to pit or trailer, and adhering to fire protocol
Effectively communicate with equipment operator to maintain customer and coworker safety
Provide training support for newly hired employees and temporary workers
Stacking freon units
Recovering metal from waste piles
Recovering clean wood and transferring to clean wood pile
Checked customers in using smartphone while ensuring accurate system entry
Ensuring commercial and asbestos paperwork is completed accurately and within acceptable limits
Resolving customer conflict through de-escalation and requesting lead or supervisor support when necessary
Reviewed loads for missed potential asbestos-containing materials
Correcting mislabeled loads in system by coordinating with Scalehouse via radio when necessary
Recovering recyclables including tires on and off rim while ensuring proper bin placement for aluminum, copper, plastic, glass bottles, and cardboard
Inspect piles for hazardous materials and notified customers when items required transfer to hazardous waste
Calling for bin emptying by forklift when necessary to maintain recovery flow smoothly and efficiently
requesting skid or loader push to keep car flow consistent, efficient and effective
Calling for skid to assist with metal, freon, and clean wood recovery as needed, preserving safety and optimizing traffic flow efficiency
Increased dust-control by activating sprinklers and hosing down bays
Helped clean work areas at end of day. Prepared TV units for forklift transport. Swept freon area to keep space clear. Emptied recycling bins and organized e-waste tent.
Cross-trained across 3 bays and operated each bay independently when necessary.
was named 1 of 3 regional employees of the year for 2026.
Quick decision making
Effective teamwork
Superior communication
Hazardous materials management
Accident prevention
Adaptability and flexibility
Problem-solving
Physical fitness
High stress tolerance