General Laborer

Position: General Laborer 1
THE ROLE OF LABORER SHIFT: MONDAY - FRIDAY 6AM - 4:30PM (SOME SATURDAYS REQUIRED) Drivers License Required

Under close supervision, keeps facility litter free and performs various loadchecker duties, and assists with other projects as needed.

City:
Wheatland

Location:

1048 - Recology Ostrom Road

Subsidiary Name:
Recology Ostrom Road

THE ROLE OF LABORER SHIFT: MONDAY - FRIDAY 6AM - 4:30PM (SOME SATURDAYS REQUIRED) Drivers License Required

Under close supervision, keeps facility litter free and performs various loadchecker duties, and assists with other projects as needed.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, AND ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

General Laborer (majority of position performs General Laborer duties)

• Picks up blown litter on site and adjoining roads.
• Brings full litter garbage bags to pick-up truck or tipping table.
• Picks up metal or other recyclable materials from tipping table.
• Relieves Spotter during lunch break and other times as needed.
• Repairs drainage flumes.
• Moves and/or constructs wind fences.
• Keeps property clean and litter free.
• Assists with covering garbage with tarps.
• If working at compost site, removes contaminants from organics.

Load Inspector/Checker (small percentage of time may be spent on the following duties):

• Inspects and records daily incoming loads.
• Keeps hazardous and otherwise prohibited waste out of facility. Generates documentation of efforts made to keep hazardous and otherwise prohibited waste out of facility.
• Deals with customers in a professional manner. Responds to customers politely, courteously or firmly, as the situation dictates.
• Answers customer questions.
• Takes the appropriate action in accordance with amount and types of materials found, and customer attitude. Asks appropriate personnel for assistance when needed.
• Works in a respectful manner with fellow employees.
• Keeps accurate daily records.

Qualifications

• Principles and practices of job site safety, potential job hazards, and state and local regulations.
• Work under pressure, handle stressful situations and maintain flexibility.
• Ability to maintain high levels of activity or productivity; operating with effectiveness, and determination over extended periods of time.
• Ability to understand safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Consistently build knowledge and expertise about current job.
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers, supervisors and customers.
• Ability to communicate on a two-way radio or similar device.
• Basic Computer programs.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Driver's License required

Skill and/or Ability to:

• Promotes the WASTE ZERO philosophy by making the best and highest use of all resources as well as finding ways to use waste products in ways that benefit the environment.
• Develops strategies to effectively manage current and future challenges and opportunities; develops recommendations and actionable plans.
• Defines issues and focus on achieving workable solutions; generates innovative ideas to develop or improve existing systems.
• Demonstrates ability to use computers and technology capabilities.
• Demonstrates strong proficiency and knowledge in area(s) of expertise as well as company business and proficiency in strategic and financial processes.
• Communicates well both verbally and in writing; listens to and understands various viewpoints; shares relevant information timely; provides constructive feedback; maintains professionalism.
• Presents ideas effectively to individuals or groups and delivers presentations suited to the characteristics and needs of the audience.
• Effectively and productively engages with others and establishes trust, credibility, and confidence.
• Promotes collaboration and assists others with their initiatives and efforts.
• Motivates and empowers others to…