Helper/Thrower for local Yard Waste Company

Compost Connection Inc.; Grandview (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

401(k)

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Compost Connection in Grandview, MO is seeking a motivated Helper/Thrower to join our yard waste team. This is a hands-on, outdoor role where you'll play a key part in keeping our community clean and green. If you love physical work and making a difference in your neighborhood, this is the job for you.

We offer a supportive work environment with benefits and opportunities for overtime. Join our crew and help keep Grandview green year-round.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform heavy lifting and physical labor in all weather conditions.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to report for early morning shifts.
• Strong work ethic with a team-first attitude.
• Previous waste collection, landscaping, or labor experience is a plus.
• Ability to keep up with a fast-paced, physically demanding route schedule.
• Must be able to stand, walk, and throw debris for extended periods.
• Take direction from drivers and management.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the collection and loading of yard waste materials including leaves, branches, and grass clippings
• Throw and haul yard debris onto collection vehicles in a safe and efficient manner
• Work alongside drivers to complete daily residential and commercial routes
• Follow all safety protocols when lifting, throwing, and handling yard waste
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment on the truck and at job sites
• Communicate effectively with crew members to ensure timely route completion
• Time in by 6:15am. No set time off. The day is done when all routes are complete.
• Overtime in the busy seasons. We work year-round.

Skills

Heavy lifting

Punctuality

Teamwork

Strong work ethic

Job description

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts

About the Role

Compost Connection in Grandview, MO is looking for a motivated Helper/Thrower to join our yard waste team! This is a hands-on, outdoor role where you'll play a key part in keeping our community clean and green. If you love physical work and making a difference in your neighborhood, this is the job for you.

**Please ensure that the resume you submit is your most recent version. Your work history should be updated to list your most current position first.**

Responsibilities

• Assist with the collection and loading of yard waste materials including leaves, branches, and grass clippings
• Throw and haul yard debris onto collection vehicles in a safe and efficient manner
• Work alongside drivers to complete daily residential and commercial routes
• Follow all safety protocols when lifting, throwing, and handling yard waste
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment on the truck and at job sites
• Communicate effectively with crew members to ensure timely route completion
• Time in by 6:15am. No set time off. The day is done when all routes are complete.
• Overtime in the busy seasons. We work year-round.

Requirements

• Ability to perform heavy lifting and physical labor in all weather conditions
• Reliable, punctual, and able to report for early morning shifts
• Strong work ethic with a team-first attitude
• Previous experience in waste collection, landscaping, or labor is a plus
• Ability to keep up with a fast-paced, physically demanding route schedule
• Must be able to stand, walk, and throw debris for extended periods throughout the shift
• Take direction from drivers and management

About Us

Compost Connection is a locally operated yard waste collection company proudly serving the Grandview, MO area for 34 years. Our customers count on us to handle their yard waste quickly, reliably, and with a commitment to eco-friendly disposal. We take care of our team with a supportive work environment where hard work is recognized and valued every day.