General Description
Dakota County partners with municipalities to host events for residents to drop-off hazardous materials and electronic items at no cost. Volunteers are needed to help unload cars or greet residents as they enter the site. Tyvek suits and gloves are provided as needed.
Location/Date/Time
Cal Ruedy Public Works Building
1225 Progress Dr.
Hastings, MN 55033 (map)
Saturday, April 28
8:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Volunteers that unload cars are responsible for safely removing and transporting containers of hazardous waste (e.g., paint, cleaners, bulbs) from a vehicle to a cart or sorting table.
- Greeters welcome each vehicle to the event, scan drivers’ licenses and hand out educational information.
Minimum Qualifications
- Volunteers must be 18 years or older
- Able to stand for long periods of time
- Unloaders should be able to lift approximately 20 pounds
- Greeters must be able to pleasantly communicate with attendees
- Clothing requirements for event: flat closed-toed shoes, long pants
Minimum Time Commitment
5 hours with a break for lunch
Activity Level
Medium - May involve varying amounts of activity. Comfortable, sturdy shoes recommended.
Required Training
Volunteers are requested to review safety precautions and an event overview provided by County staff prior to the event. Basic safety training is provided on-site before the event that volunteers and staff are required to attend. Personal protective equipment is provided (e.g., safety glasses, vests). Equipment use (e.g., scanner) and onsite procedures will be reviewed with volunteers prior to the start of the event.
Other Information
Work Site: The event is at a city maintenance facility with a large, open parking lot. Events are held rain or shine, hot or cold. Volunteers are responsible for weather-appropriate attire. Sunscreen and hats are recommended.
Contact Information
Rolland Meillier
Environmental Resources Department
rolland.meillier@co.dakota.mn.us
952-891-7545
