Staff member says the work is 'more than just trash' at Cumberland County site

A staff member at a Cumberland County facility said the job is "more than just trash," framing their work as both operational and deeply human.

The speaker said their duties include instructing customers and keeping operations running smoothly, and that they routinely adjust signage and interact directly with people who arrive to dispose of household items. Recounting a recent incident, the staff member said vehicles behind a family were honking as they removed memorabilia; they asked others to use a different lane so the family could grieve. "If you could just give them a 2nd," the staff member said, describing how they diffuse tense moments at the drop-off area.

The speaker called the role a life calling and said they enjoy helping and connecting with people who use the facility. They emphasized that, beyond routine tasks, staff frequently handle sensitive, emotional situations in addition to site logistics.