Maintenance Laborer

Rumpke is a family‑owned and operated company that ranks as one of the largest firms in the waste and recycling industry. Our mission is simple: to deliver exceptional waste and recycling solutions to our customers and communities through a commitment to safety, service, the environment and the growth of our people.

When you join Rumpke, you’ll be part of a team providing essential services to millions of residents, businesses, and neighborhoods. You will enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, matching 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and more.

This is your opportunity to make a difference for you and your family. Come join our team!

• Maintain facility grounds and surrounding areas including but not limited to shop cleaning, road calls for oil spill clean up, parts pick‑up, and general housekeeping
• Operate various hand‑held manual, electrical and gas‑powered tools, and equipment
• Maintain and ensure the safe operating condition of assigned equipment and tools in accordance with all rules and regulations
• Pressure‑wash and perform minor repairs to shop tools, bins, containers, and shop‑based tasks.
• Perform safe driving practices while transporting, loading, and unloading shop supplies, parts, and tools
• Assist with general housekeeping of maintenance shops and offices
• Perform minor repairs and general upkeep of the maintenance facility
• Clean, prepare, and paint containers as needed
• Professionally interact with internal and external customers
• Assist with various lines of business, projects, or areas as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

• This position will not manage employees

• Mechanical aptitude preferred
• Self‑starter, strong work ethic, and ability to work with minimal supervision
• Safety‑focused mindset

• Experience working with various hand tools and equipment is preferred
• Previous CDL driving experience is preferred

• Frequently lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 10 lbs
• Occasionally lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 100 lbs
• Frequently working outside in changing temperatures, wet/humid conditions
• Frequently working in areas of dust, odors, mist, gases, and other airborne matter
• Occasionally stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling
• Occasionally climbing and/or balancing
• Occasionally sitting
• Frequently standing/walking

• Possible exposure to high traffic conditions and/or tight driving areas
• Exposure to residential and commercial waste
• Ability to travel between offices, as required
• Ability to work flexible hours; expected to work nights and weekends as needed
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and/or holidays
• Legally eligible to work in the United States
• Valid driver's license (if applicable)
• Must successfully complete pre‑employment testing
• Must be able to read and speak the English language

Rumpke Waste and Recycling is committed to equality in all aspects of employment. It is Rumpke's policy to provide equal opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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