General Laborer

QPS Employment Group; Texas; On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

QPS Employment Group is seeking a General Laborer in Texas to support daily recycling operations. The role involves sorting, moving, and processing recyclable materials in an outdoor environment, with safety and attendance emphasized.

The position is physically demanding and requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in varying weather. Responsibilities include sorting materials per guidelines, using Sawzall and hand tools, loading and unloading, and helping keep the yard organized.

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform physically demanding labor outdoors.
• Experience with hand and power tools preferred.
• Reliable transportation and ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Sort and separate recyclables per guidelines.
• Load, unload, and move materials in yard.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Operate tools when required and assist with processing.

Skills

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Tool use

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Sawzall

Power tools

Job description

Position Title: General LaborerWage: $19.00 - $20.00/hourShift: 1stHours: 7:00am - 3:30pm (Monday - Friday)The General Laborer supports daily recycling operations by sorting, moving, and processing recyclable materials in a primarily outdoor environment. This is a physically demanding position that requires working in varying weather conditions while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, attendance, and teamwork. The ideal candidate is dependable, hardworking, and comfortable performing hands-on labor throughout the workday.General Laborer Responsibilities:- Sort and separate recyclable materials according to company guidelines- Remove non-recyclable items, metal screws and other metal contaminants from plastic materials- Cut plastic materials using a Sawzall and other approved tools as needed for processing- Load, unload, stack and move materials throughout the recycling yard- Assist with maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work area- Follow all safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)- Support equipment operators and other team members as needed- Perform general cleanup and labor duties throughout the facility- Work efficiently in a fast-paced outdoor environmentRequirements for General Laborer:- High School Diploma or equivalent preferred- Previous experience in recycling, construction, landscaping, waste management, manufacturing, warehouse, or general labor is a plus- Experience using hand tools and power tools preferred- Strong work ethic and dependable attendance- Ability to work safely around moving equipment and machinery- Reliable transportation to and from work- Ability to pass company screening process- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift throughout the workday- Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds regularly- Ability to safely use hand tools and power tools, including a Sawzall- Ability to work in an outdoor work environment with varying temperatures and weather conditionsIND153QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment. Hiring immediately!Why Work with QPS?- Access to sought-after positions with leading employers- Dedicated placement specialists who will guide you through every step of the job search processBest of all, our job matching and resume assistance services are 100% free to job seekers! We will never ask you to pay a fee.Please note that QPS Employment Group may use a virtual recruiting assistant to help screen and schedule candidates efficiently. All information collected through this process is used solely for employment purposes and is handled securely in accordance with our privacy policy.We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.