Laborer - Req

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Full Time Brooklyn, NY, US

2 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $18.00 To $20.00 Hourly

About Company:

Denali is the leading organic recycling company on a mission to unlock the power of unused food and organics, transforming them into resources to feed, fuel and replenish the earth. Our work is essential to keeping water clean, reducing the need for new landfill capacity, building soil fertility, helping farmers be more resilient, and reducing society’s reliance on fossil fuels. Denali provides meaningful and measurable change for any business that handles food, creating value with our scalable solutions across the nation.

Our services and products touch thousands of acres and businesses, millions of tons of organic material, and nearly every person who purchases and consumes food in the U.S.

Denali is looking for a dependable, safety-minded Facility Laborer to support daily operations at our Staten Island facility. This hands-on position is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, staying active, operating tools and equipment, and contributing to a team.

You’ll receive a consistent daytime schedule, excellent benefits, paid time off, retirement contributions, and opportunities to learn how to operate industrial equipment.

Employees can earn a referral bonus for recommending qualified candidates. Referral bonuses are paid after the referred employee completes 90 days and remains in good standing, subject to program requirements.

• Arrive on time and prepared to begin work at 7:00 AM.
• Complete assigned daily production, cleaning, and facility-support tasks.
• Remove plastics and other contaminants from yard-waste and food-waste loads.
• Shovel and move materials as needed.
• Clean designated equipment using a pressure washer.
• Perform general cleanup and janitorial duties throughout the facility.
• Fuel equipment, clean air filters and radiators, and grease required service points.
• Assist the Production Manager with moving equipment, cleaning work areas, and other operational needs.
• Inspect equipment before use and complete required safety checks.
• Report damaged equipment, unsafe conditions, and needed repairs.
• Assist facility mechanics with basic equipment repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Safely use hand tools, power tools, air compressors, steam‑cleaning equipment, and other facility equipment.
• Maintain assigned tools and equipment in good working condition.
• Complete production reports, equipment inspection forms, and other required documentation accurately and on time.
• Request needed tools, parts, supplies, and materials.
• Travel to other company facilities or work locations when assigned.
• Assist with emergency response when necessary.
• Participate in fire‑response training and respond to facility incidents when required.

Based on business needs, performance, and demonstrated ability, employees may receive training to operate:

• Front‑end loaders
• Tractors
• Skip loaders
• Pickup trucks
• Other light‑, medium‑, and heavy‑duty equipment used at the facility

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to pass a pre‑employment drug screening
• Ability to pass a pre‑employment background check
• Dependable attendance and a strong work ethic
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Willingness to follow safety procedures and supervisor instructions
• Ability to complete physically demanding work throughout the shift
• Comfort working around yard waste, food waste, machinery, dust, and outdoor conditions
• Basic mechanical ability or an interest in learning equipment maintenance is a plus

Safety and productivity are essential to this position. Employees must follow all facility policies, including using cell phones only during approved times and smoking only in designated outdoor areas. Smoking is prohibited inside equipment and in all unauthorized areas.

At Denali, we want every employee to return home safely at the end of each shift. We…