Landfill Laborer
About the role
The Laborer is responsible for safely and efficiently performing general labor duties at a hauling company, transfer station, recycling center, or landfill. Duties may include yard clean‑up, fueling vehicles and equipment, general vehicle operation, general office maintenance, and other related tasks.
Responsibilities
- Clean and maintain work areas.
- Fuel vehicles and equipment.
- Clean track‑on‑track type and related equipment.
- Perform yard work, including mowing and paper pick‑up.
- Operate general site vehicles and equipment such as water trucks, pick‑up trucks, sweepers, mowers, trimming equipment, etc.
- Perform general office maintenance and repairs, including painting and janitorial work.
- Install temporary wind fences as required.
- Direct traffic at the site as necessary.
- Follow and comply with all safety policies.
- Additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- One year of prior experience working at sites regulated by OSHA.
- Experience in the solid waste industry preferred.
- Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands
The role requires lifting 50–100 pounds and working in an outdoor environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work Environment
The position is primarily outdoors. The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, and additional related duties may be required.