Laborer Landfill

WM

Village of Bergen (NY)

On-site

USD 23,708 - 29,673

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision insurance

401K with match

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Job summary

A leading waste management company is seeking an entry-level Laborer for its landfill operation in Bergen, NY. The role includes managing loose refuse, directing traffic, and performing various site maintenance tasks. Candidates must have necessary licenses as per regulatory requirements. Competitive pay range of $17.21–$21.54 based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and 401K match.

Qualifications

Licenses as required by Local, State, Federal, Environmental and/or Health/Safety Regulatory agencies.

Responsibilities

Manually picks up windblown paper from periphery of landfill.
Uses mobile vacuum to gather loose paper and refuse.
Directs the flow of trucks during traffic periods.
Lifts construction materials for site maintenance projects.
Manually separates metal, white goods, lumber, and cardboard from trash.

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I. Job Summary

Performs various tasks in a landfill including containing loose refuse to prevent scattering and directing traffic at the landfill.

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

- Manually picks up windblown paper from periphery of landfill. Carries a large plastic trash bag and walks along the fenced border of the landfill, as well as on exterior land adjacent to the public property. Pulls paper from the fence and lifts loose paper from the ground, depositing refuse in bag until full.
- Uses mobile vacuum to gather loose paper and refuse. Drives tractor pulling vacuum along the fenced border of the landfill, as well as on the exterior land adjacent to the public property. When destination is reached, parks and descends the tractor. Grasps the vacuum hose handle and guides to vacuum loose paper from the fence and ground. When the immediate area is vacuumed, ascends the tractor cab and drives forward. Parks and descends the cab, repeating the vacuum process as necessary. Repeats these steps, working around the outer edge of the landfill.
- During the summer months, when traffic at landfill is extraordinarily heavy, the laborer is stationed at the landfill entrance in a chair to direct the traffic. Directs the flow of trucks. Communicates with the drivers verbally or by hand signals.
- Lifts construction materials for projects related to site maintenance i.e., lumber, bags of concrete mix, hand tools, etc. Uses hand tools such as shovels, picks, axes and chain saws.
- Manually separates metal, white goods, lumber and cardboard from trash on tipping floor at landfills with transfer station.

III. Qualifications

A. Required Qualifications

- Licenses as required by Local, State, Federal, Environmental and/or Health/Safety Regulatory agencies.

B. Preferred Qualifications

IV. Physical Requirements

Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
The expected base pay range for this position across the U.S / Canada is $17.21- $21.54. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a successful candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.

V. Benefits
At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

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