Hopper
Listed on 2026-10-10
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Transportation
General Labor
Hopper
People Ready of Lafayette, LA is now hiring Hoppers in Ville Platte, LA!
As a People Ready associate you'll benefit from:- Connections and experience with some of the top companies in your area
- Great benefit package options
- Get matched to jobs quickly
- Competitive pay and steady schedule
- The ability to see your schedule and track your hours right from our easy-to-use app, Job Stack!
$15 - $15 / hour*
What you'll be doing as a Hopper:- Riding on the back of garbage or recycling collection truck and collecting solid waste on a designated route
- Directing driver when pulling out in traffic and backing up, and directing incoming vehicles to dumping area at solid waste disposal facilities
- Knowledge of standardized work routines used for manual tasks and operation of collection vehicles in solid waste operations
- Checking operating and safety conditions of vehicles, performing minor servicing, and reporting needed repairs or servicing
- Assisting driver with various tasks during waste runs
Shift timings: 1st Shift (Day)
Job requirements:- Applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment with People Ready
- Deep knowledge of work routines and procedures in collecting solid waste materials for disposal, reuse, and recycling
- Able to lift up to 50 pounds, and able to carry, reach, bend, push, pull, and climb
- Flexibility to work in all weather conditions
Address: 2402 West Congress Street, Lafayette,LA, 70506
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* Hourly pay rates are a good-faith estimate based on factors such as relevant skills, experience, education, training, geographic location and other considerations permitted by law. An employee's pay history will not be a contributing factor where prohibited by local law. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis unless a deadline is otherwise stated.
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