Laborer

Interstate Waste Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Interstate Waste Services is hiring for an on-site labor role in the New York area. The position involves general construction tasks, traffic control, and assisting with site upkeep at a landfill environment.

Work requires dependable communication with drivers and team members and adherence to safety protocols. The role emphasizes physical work outdoors, lifting up to 50 pounds, and operating basic site equipment as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Willing to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Must be able to lift/push/pull at least 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• General construction activities such as shoveling, lifting, pulling.
• Perform traffic control such as guiding vehicles and equipment to appropriate areas.
• Effective communication with drivers and management via radios.
• Site clean-up and vehicle/equipment cleaning as needed.
• Transport employees to work stations and fuel vehicles.
• Set up wind fences and landfill coverings.
• Follow OSHA safety standards and wear PPE.

Skills

Outdoor work

Physical labor

Team communication

Tools

Handheld radios

CB radios

Vehicle operation

Job description

Overview

Interstate Waste Services is the most progressive and innovative provider of solid waste and recycling services in the greater New York, New Jersey and Connecticut markets with a rail-served landfill in Ohio. IWS is committed to delivering high-quality waste, recycling and environmental services, while prioritizing the safety of our employees, customers and communities. We cater to a diverse range of industrial, medical and commercial/residential customers.

Founded in 1998, IWS has grown over the years through acquisitions, many of which were family-owned businesses that remain a part of our team today. We’re proud to combine the resources of a large company with the values and care of a family-run business.

Essential Job Functions: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned.

• General construction activities such as shoveling, lifting, pulling
• Perform traffic control such as guiding vehicles and equipment to appropriate areas, placing signs and cones for vehicle direction
• Effective communication with drivers, employees, and management via hand held radios and CBs
• Perform site clean-up
• Clean up of vehicles and equipment as needed
• Driving employees to their work stations as needed
• Fuel vehicles and equipment
• Set-up/ secure wind fences and landfill coverings
• Follow OSHA safety standards and wear required PPE

Perform other duties assigned by manager as necessary

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and legally eligible to work in the United States
• 1 year of relevant labor experience is preferred.
• Able to work in an outdoor environment on a constant basis while being exposed to variable weather conditions, temperatures, chemicals, dust, fumes, smells, and loud noises.
• Must be able to lift/push/pull at least 50 pounds.
• Experience operating equipment is a plus.
• Valid Driver's License preferred.

Salary Range Minimum

USD $20.16/Hr.

Salary Range Maximum

USD $20.16/Hr.