Do you like to work outdoors? Are you physically active? Can you lift 20-70lbs respectively?
If you answered yes to any of these questions then we would like to hear from you
Reliable transportation is a plus
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Brief Job Description:
Waste Helper to gather and carry containers from residential and/or commercial locations along routes and dump waste from containers onto garbage truck. Starts hoisting device that raises waste bin attached to garbage truck at dump site. Must be physically fit to service backdoor customers or around the house collection.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.
-The employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions.
-The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.
-The employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration.
-The employee regularly works in an unheated and non-air-conditioned environment.
Purpose of the position: To ensure day-to-day residential customer service needs are met in an efficient, safe and productive manner.
Essential Duties of Position:
Responsible for moving residential refuse and recyclables from curb to the garbage truck. Helpers will perform their duties in a safe manner at all times.
Refuse cans shall be positioned back on the customer’s property with lids properly replaced, in an upright position that does not block the driveway entrances, mailbox, or traffic.
The helper is responsible for ensuring that the collection areas are clean by picking up any refuse that has fallen out of the container or truck.
Following the direction of the driver who is in charge of the Helper while en route.
Required safety gear shall be worn at all times while maintaining a neat and professional appearance.
Job Qualifications:
Must have a valid driver’s license
Must have reliable transportation to work
Must be able to work with others in a team environment. Must be able to complete required physical labor for entire shift.
Must be able to quickly understand and adhere to safety requirements of the position.
Physical Requirements:
HEAVY: Ability to perform heavy physical demanding work. Physical effort may include lifting, kneeling, touching, feeling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, and repetitive bending/twisting motions. Clarity of vision to see near, mid-range. Ability to lift and carry up to 70lbs repeatedly throughout shift.
Working Conditions: Heavy work in varying outdoor weather conditions and exposure to extremely cold temperatures, wind, snow, and ice. Potential exposure to hazardous materials. Exposure to exhaust fumes, garbage fumes and odors.
Disclaimer: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.