General Laborer 1

About the role

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

Shift

Monday - Friday, 5am - 2pm

Responsibilities

• 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
• 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

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:

• 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

Skills

• 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 achieve objectives and to develop a culture where employees feel ownership in what they do
• Attracts, develops and retains good people; allows opportunities for self and others to reach their full potential; builds and shares knowledge and expertise
• Listens to and builds customer relationships; increases customer satisfaction and ensures commitments are met

Benefits

• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision
• Retirement plans (Employee Stock Ownership Plan, 401(k) with match)
• Annual wellness incentives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Educational assistance
• Commuting benefits
• Employee referral program