Helper

Casella Waste Systems, Inc.; Newmanstown (PA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Casella Waste Systems, Inc. is seeking a Helper to support drivers on residential and commercial routes, delivering dependable service while following health and safety protocols. You will assist with loading/unloading containers, backing maneuvers, and customer interactions to ensure timely, courteous pickups.

Qualified candidates have a High School Diploma or GED, can lift 50 lbs, and communicate clearly. teamwork, safety focus, and reliability are essential for success in this fast-paced role.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Pre-employment drug screen is required.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs constantly.

Responsibilities

• Assist driver with completing routes and backing maneuvers.
• Load and unload containers into the truck manually or mechanically.
• Operate hoisting device to lift and empty bins into the truck hopper.
• Maintain a safe and professional work environment.
• Communicate professionally with customers and coworkers.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Safety consciousness

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Position Summary

The Helper performs duties and operations to assist driver’s complete customer routes with a focus on providing exceptional customer service and adhering to all health and safety protocols.

Position Summary

The Helper performs duties and operations to assist driver’s complete customer routes with a focus on providing exceptional customer service and adhering to all health and safety protocols.

Key Responsibilities

• Loads and empties residential and/or commercial containers into truck manually or mechanically.
• Maneuvers containers that are staged curbside, dockside, carryout, or require pullout to complete service.
• Operates hoisting device to lift and empty bins or containers into truck hopper.
• Places any and all bins serviced at any customer location back where they were picked-up from in the up-right position with covers placed back on the containers.
• Assists driver with all backing maneuvers while on route.
• Loads trash and recycling into a rear load truck in fluctuating weather conditions.
• Lifts 50 pounds constantly throughout the day while able to maintain the stamina to successfully complete the duties of this physically demanding position.
• Always maintains a safe working environment.
• Works in a high pace ever changing industry.
• Communicates in a professional manner when dealing with customer and other employees.
• Participates in training and other learning opportunities to expand knowledge of the company, products, sales and services and performs any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and/or abide by our core values.

Education, Experience & Qualifications

The successful candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED and must be legally eligible to work in the United States. The physical ability to lift 50lbs. constantly throughout the day and work under many different weather conditions is expected.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, outstanding relationship management skills, and dedication to providing excellent customer service is desired. It is also important that the candidate has demonstrated the ability to work as part of a team in a collaborative environment, has a proven work ethic, and has proven commitment to safety.

This position requires successful completion of pre-employment testing, including a drug screen.

Attributes

Positive, team-oriented individual who has a strong work ethic, is committed to safety, customer driven, open to personal and professional training and development.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Maternity & Parental Leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Discounted Stock Program
• 401K
• Employee Awards
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Wellness Incentive
• Tuition Assistance
• Career Pathways
• and More.