Laborer/Recycling 2024-149

City of Chicopee; Chicopee (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in municipal services is seeking a dedicated Laborer for the Department of Public Works. This exciting role involves essential duties such as picking up and loading trash and recycling materials throughout the city, ensuring cleanliness and sustainability. The ideal candidate will adhere to safety regulations and contribute positively to the community. With a robust benefits package, including sick time, vacation, and a retirement plan, this opportunity offers a stable and rewarding career path. If you are passionate about public service and want to make a difference, consider applying today!

Benefits

Recurring Sick Time

Vacation

Thirteen Holidays Per Year

Retirement Plan

Qualifications

• Must obtain a Massachusetts Class D Driver’s License within 6 months of hire.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Pick up and load trash and recycling materials into vehicles.
• Cutting brush and grass, and litter clean up as assigned.

Skills

Trash Collection

Recycling Knowledge

Safety Regulations Adherence

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Hopper

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Employment Status: UFCW Laborers, Non-Exempt, Full-Time (40 Hours)

Schedule: Mon-Fri 7:30AM-4:00PM

Certifications/Licenses Required: MA Class D Driver’s License (Must be obtained within (6) six months of hire)

SUMMARY

The City of Chicopee’s Department of Public Works – Sanitation/Recycling Division is hiring a Laborer whose primary responsibility will be picking up and loading trash and recycling materials throughout the city into vehicles.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES INCLUDE:

• Runs a hopper.
• Picks up trash/recycling products.
• Cutting brush and grass.
• May be assigned to litter clean up.
• Adheres to all state, federal, and local safety regulations as well as City of Chicopee Health and Safety policies.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Massachusetts Class D Driver’s License (Must be obtained within (6) months of hire) - Required
• High School Diploma or Equivalent

BENEFITS

The City of Chicopee provides its employees (contingent upon employment status) with a robust benefits package which includes the following:

• Recurring Sick Time
• Vacation
• Thirteen Holidays Per Year
• Retirement Plan
• And more...

HOW TO APPLY

If this opportunity aligns with your skills, experience, and employment goals, apply today through one of the following:

Go to chicopeema.gov/jobs and apply online by selecting the job.

Select ‘download application’ on the City’s employment page and deliver it along with your resume to:

The City of Chicopee is an Equal Opportunity Employer.