Helper

Casella Waste Systems, Inc; Tamaqua (Schuylkill County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401K

Job summary

Casella Waste Systems, Inc is seeking a hardworking Helper to support drivers on residential and commercial routes. You will load and unload containers, assist with maneuvers, and help maintain safety and efficiency on the job site.

Excellent communication and a team-oriented mindset are essential, as is the ability to work in varying weather. Pre-employment drug screening is required and training opportunities are available to grow with the company.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs constantly and work in variable weather conditions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and dedication to customer service.
• Pre-employment drug screen required.

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 into truck hopper.
• Places serviced bins back in original position with covers on.
• Assists driver with backing maneuvers on route.
• Loads trash and recycling into a rear load truck in varying weather conditions.
• Lifts 50 pounds constantly and maintains stamina for the job.
• Maintains a safe working environment and professional communication with customers and coworkers.
• Participates in training and company programs to support safety, service, and company values.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Customer service

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.

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.