Landfill Operator/Laborer

Vonco II, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 28,413 - 40,467; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Retirement plans with matching contributions

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Vonco II, LLC is seeking a Laborer for their landfill in Becker, MN. The role involves operating equipment, maintaining the landfill, and ensuring safety protocols are followed while performing physical tasks.

The ideal candidate will have construction experience, safety knowledge, and good communication skills. This position offers competitive pay starting at $25 per hour and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Six to twelve months of construction or related experience.
• Basic knowledge of equipment and supplies in construction work.
• Ability to follow safety guidelines and training.

Responsibilities

• Operate landfill equipment including dozer and compactor.
• Perform general maintenance on landfill equipment.
• Direct landfill traffic for safe waste delivery.

Skills

Construction experience

Safety precautions knowledge

Good communication skills

Basic mathematic skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Position Summary

This non-union position performs tasks involving physical labor, basic cleanup and maintenance, and operation of equipment at our Landfill in Becker, MN. The role includes picking and screening unacceptable waste and recyclables, directing landfill traffic flow, and assisting with baling of cardboard, plastics, and aluminum for recycling. It also involves lawn care, grounds maintenance, and snow removal as needed.

A Day in the Life

• Operate landfill equipment as necessary. Equipment includes dozer, compactor, water truck, skid steer, backhoe.
• Perform general maintenance on landfill equipment.
• Screen loads for unacceptable waste and valuable recyclables.
• Direct landfill traffic to ensure safe delivery of waste into the landfill.
• Screen and sort load dumps in the transfer station building.
• Bale cardboard, plastic, aluminum.
• Perform lawn care maintenance activities and general grounds maintenance.
• Picks up windblown debris/litter generated from facility operations.
• Provide backup assistance with operation of the weigh scale.
• Assist customers with transactions.
• Assist Landfill Manager with other facets of landfill operation as requested.
• Follow company and OSHA safety procedures.
• Bring problems to the attention of the Landfill Manager or Safety Director.
• Follow daily procedures and protocols as set forth in job orientations and trainings.
• Keep supervisor informed of known actions, written or verbal, that may affect the ability to successfully perform tasks.
• Other projects or duties as assigned by management.

What You’ll Need

• Six to twelve months of construction or related experience.
• Basic knowledge and ability to work with equipment, materials, and supplies found in construction work.
• Ability to view and abide by safety training video.
• Ability to follow proper use and safety guidelines.
• Willingness and ability to perform manual work.
• Demonstrated knowledge of safety precautions and procedures.
• Good communication skills both oral and written when working with all levels of management and employees, external vendors and other business associates.
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions.
• Must have good interpersonal skills.
• Basic mathematic skills (fractions, percentages, ratios, proportions).
• Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency as required by management and/or project requirements.
• High School Diploma or GED is preferred but not required.
• OSHA 10 is preferred but not required.
• First Aid/CPR is preferred but not required.
• Type III Landfill Certification is preferred but not required.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by any employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions. Often required to sit, stand, walk, bend knees, stretch arms, talk and hear. Occasionally required to stoop or kneel. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus. Able to work extended hours (up to 12 per day) during peak periods.

Work Environment

Employee is exposed to environmental conditions, working near machines and loud noises associated with construction sites. Exposed to variable weather conditions including rain, snow, wind, cold and heat.

Compensation and Benefits

This position offers a starting wage of $25.00 per hour, with opportunities for higher pay depending on your experience. The base salary range may vary depending on geographic location, applicant skills, and prior relevant experience.

We offer our full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, life insurance, disability coverage, retirement plans with matching contributions, and generous paid time off. Additionally, we provide profit sharing, tuition reimbursement, and an employee assistance program.

Equal Employment Opportunity

VEIT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER, INCLUDING VET/DISABILITY. Veit will not tolerate discrimination against any applicant for employment or employee on the basis of age, ancestry, color, religious creed, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, military or veteran status, national origin, physical disability, race, receipt of public assistance, sex, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. This commitment governs all aspects of employment including hiring, promotion, demotion, transfer, layoff, termination, compensation, discipline, and access to benefits and training. Additionally, Veit is committed, in accordance with applicable law, to making reasonable accommodations for job applicants and employees based on a qualifying disability, a sincerely held religious belief or practice, and for pregnancy, childbirth or related health conditions. Applicants and employees who feel they have experienced or witnessed discrimination or who wish to request a reasonable accommodation should contact the Human Resources Department. Veit prohibits retaliation against any individual for making a complaint under this policy, for opposing discrimination, for participating in an investigation pursuant to this policy, or for requesting a reasonable accommodation.

To view the Pay Transparency Policy Statement, please click the link: English. Veit participates in E-Verify.