Laborer - Landfill 2nd Shift

Arakelian Enterprises Inc; Redlands (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation & Sick Time

Career plan

Professional development

Recognition programs

Great work environment

Job summary

Athens Services is seeking a General Laborer to maintain landfill/transfer station property and entrance roads. You will perform manual cleaning, install drainage structures, direct traffic, and enforce safety procedures while working around heavy equipment and in dusty conditions.

The role requires a minimum of 1 year of general labor experience, a high school diploma or GED, and a valid C class driver license. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 1 year of general labor experience or construction work.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and instructions.
• Capable of working in varied weather and around heavy equipment.
• Good communication with coworkers and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Maintain landfill/transfer station property and drainage channels clear of debris.
• Direct traffic and guide vehicles to proper work areas using signals.
• Enforce safety rules and wear PPE as required.
• Attend safety meetings and report violations to management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Communication

Overtime availability

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

SummaryElevate your career with Athens Services! Become a vital part of our team as a General Laborer, where your efforts will directly impact the cleanliness and efficiency of our landfill/transfer station property and entrance roads. As a crucial team member, you'll engage in a variety of tasks, from manual cleaning and installation of drainage structures to directing traffic and enforcing safety procedures. We offer a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401K, life insurance, and professional development opportunities. Apply now and be a driving force in environmental excellence with Athens Services!All general laborers employed by Athens Services are responsible for maintaining clean facility property and entrance roads. It is expected that every general laborer employee will conduct his/herself in a professional manner at all times and perform all duties as assigned in a safe manner. Our general laborers must also be able to communicate professionally with customers, drivers, and supervisors.Job DescriptionMaintain landfill/transfer station property and drainage channels clean from debris by manually picking paper, plastic bags, and removing weeds etc.Working in Wind/Hot/Cold environments, working around heavy equipment, working among refuse and exposed to dusty conditions.Frequent use of hand tools (Sledgehammer, shovel, hooks, drills etc.) and chainsInstalling drainage structures.Extended periods of standing and working closely with customers and equipment operators.Placing tarps on top of trash and placing tires on top of tarp.Move or construct wind fences, make repairs as needed.Pick up commodities from tipping area as safety permits.Control and direct incoming traffic and direct vehicles to appropriate working area by using appropriate hand signals.Cleaning tracks on equipment as needed.Enforce traffic regulations. Communicate with customers the traffic regulations and report to the Supervisor any violations.Ensure proper safety procedures and policies are followed by employees, customers, drivers etc. Attend weekly safety meetings and daily tailgate meetings. Report all violations to Management.Required to wear mandatory assigned and approved PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) including but not limited to hardhat, safety glasses, assigned Hi-Vis uniforms, gloves, steel toe boots, etc.)Other duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:1-year experience working as a general laborer and/or construction environment.High School Diploma / GEDWorking knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions common to construction operations.Ability to establish effective working relationships with other employees, supervisors and the public.Ability to understand and communicate in writing and verbally and follow instructions.Ability to observe proper safety precautions.Ability to work overtime as needed.Valid C Class Driver License.Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.Preferred Qualifications:Bilingual English / SpanishPhysical/Environmental Demands:Below are the key points concerning the physical requirements and work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Physical:Standing, walking on uneven terrain, seeing, hearing, & smelling continuously.Problem solving, oral/written communication, analytical ability, concentration, & interpersonal abilities continuously.Eye/hand coordination, handling, & wrist motion continuously.Bending, reaching, stretching, frequently, pushing, pulling and lifting up to 50 Lbs frequently.Environmental:Exposure to dust, smoke, odors, grease, oil, chemicals, wet/hot conditions, & noise continuously.Works outside and occasionally indoorsSalary: $24.31 (Includes Prevailing Wage which is the combination of the basic hourly wage and the value of fringe benefits)Benefits:Competitive wagesComprehensive benefit package Medical, Dental, Vision401KLife InsurancePaid Vacation and Sick TimeCareer planRecognition programsProfessional development learningAn exceptional work environmentAthens will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and any other applicable state, federal or local laws. EEO/M/F/disability/veteran