Laborer Landfill
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Job overview
WM is hiring a Laborer Landfill. The Laborer Landfill performs various tasks at a landfill, including containing loose refuse to prevent scattering and directing traffic. This role involves manually picking up windblown paper, operating a mobile vacuum to gather refuse, and directing the flow of trucks during peak times. The laborer also lifts construction materials and separates waste.
Key focus areas include Manually pick up windblown paper from the periphery of the landfill, Carry a large plastic trash bag and walk along the fenced border of the landfill, and Pull paper from the fence and lift loose paper from the ground.
Successful candidates bring Licenses As Required By Agencies. Preferred (not required): Mobile Vacuum Operation, Tractor Operation, Directing Traffic, and Communication.
Skills & qualifications
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Full job description
Shift: Monday - Friday 6:30am-4:30pm
Pay: $18.50-20.00 DOE
What is the value of a WM job?
The value of a WM job is more than a paycheck . It’s a way to create opportunities for you and your family.
We Are Stable: Our WM team is home every day, and our team members perform essential and meaningful work.
We Are Investing in You: Amazing Medical, Dental & Vision, 401K with match, discounted stock options, dependent day care, and more!
We Are Committed to Growth: Annual Education Assistance Benefit available for team members.
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I. Job Summary
Performs various tasks in a landfill including containing loose refuse to prevent scattering and directing traffic at the landfill.
II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
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Manually picks up windblown paper from periphery of landfill. Carries a large plastic trash bag and walks along the fenced border of the landfill, as well as on exterior land adjacent to the public property. Pulls paper from the fence and lifts loose paper from the ground, depositing refuse in bag until full.
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Uses mobile vacuum to gather loose paper and refuse. Drives tractor pulling vacuum along the fenced border of the landfill, as well as on the exterior land adjacent to the public property. When destination is reached, parks and descends the tractor. Grasps the vacuum hose handle and guides to vacuum loose paper from the fence and ground. When the immediate area is vacuumed, ascends the tractor cab and drives forward. Parks and descends the cab, repeating the vacuum process as necessary. Repeats these steps, working around the outer edge of the landfill.
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During the summer months, when traffic at landfill is extraordinarily heavy, the laborer is stationed at the landfill entrance in a chair to direct the traffic. Directs the flow of trucks. Communicates with the drivers verbally or by hand signals.
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Lifts construction materials for projects related to site maintenance i.e., lumber, bags of concrete mix, hand tools, etc. Uses hand tools such as shovels, picks, axes and chain saws.
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Manually separates metal, white goods, lumber and cardboard from trash on tipping floor at landfills with transfer station.
III. Qualifications
A. Required Qualifications
- Licenses as required by Local, State, Federal, Environmental and/or Health/Safety Regulatory agencies.
B. Preferred Qualifications
IV. Physical Requirements
Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
V. Benefits
At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability. In addition, we offer a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), and more. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.
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Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran
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