Maintenance Laborer

Rumpke Waste & Recycling; Covington (KY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Rumpke Waste & Recycling is seeking a Maintenance Laborer in Covington, KY. The role involves keeping the maintenance facility grounds clean and safe, performing routine cleaning and minor repairs, and supporting various lines of business as needed.

You’ll operate hand tools, assist with shop duties, and interact professionally with customers and colleagues. A mechanical aptitude and ability to work outdoors in changing conditions are preferred.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude preferred.
• Self-m starter with a strong work ethic and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Safety-focused mindset and adherence to regulations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain facility grounds and surrounding areas including shop cleaning and general housekeeping.
• Operate various hand-held tools and equipment.
• Ensure safe operation of equipment and tools per rules and regulations.
• Pressure-wash and perform minor repairs to tools, bins, and containers.
• Assist with maintenance shop housekeeping and general upkeep.
• Interact professionally with internal and external customers.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Self-starter

Safety-focused

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Rumpke is a family-owned and operated company that ranks as one of the largest firms in the waste and recycling industry. Our mission is simple: to deliver exceptional waste and recycling solutions to our customers and communities through a commitment to safety, service, the environment and the growth of our people. When you join Rumpke, you’ll be part of a team providing essential services to millions of residents, businesses, and neighborhoods. You will enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, matching 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and more. This is your opportunity to make a difference for you and your family. Come join our team!

Maintenance Laborers are responsible for the general upkeep and maintenance of the maintenance facility grounds. Laborers may perform custodial duties in the offices, maintenance shops, etc. This position may also assist in various lines of business as needed.

Responsibilities of Position

• Maintain facility grounds and surrounding areas including but not limited to shop cleaning, road calls for oil spill clean up, parts pick-up, and general housekeeping
• Operate various hand-held manual, electrical and gas-powered tools, and equipment
• Maintain and ensure the safe operating condition of assigned equipment and tools in accordance with all rules and regulations
• Pressure-wash and perform minor repairs to shop tools, bins, containers, and shop-based tasks.
• Perform safe driving practices while transporting, loading, and unloading shop supplies, parts, and tools
• Assist with general housekeeping of maintenance shops and offices
• Perform minor repairs and general upkeep of the maintenance facility
• Clean, prepare, and paint containers as needed
• Professionally interact with internal and external customers
• Assist with various lines of business, projects, or areas as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibility

• This position will not manage employees

Skills & Abilities Needed for Position

• Mechanical aptitude preferred
• Self-starter, strong work ethic, and ability to work with minimal supervision
• Safety-focused mindset

Experience & Knowledge Needed for Position

• Experience working with various hand tools and equipment is preferred
• Previous CDL driving experience is preferred

Physical Requirements in a Regular Workday

• Frequently lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 10 lbs
• Occasionally lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 100 lbs
• Frequently working outside in changing temperatures, wet/humid conditions
• Frequently working in areas of dust, odors, mist, gases, and other airborne matter
• Occasionally stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling
• Occasionally climbing and/or balancing
• Occasionally sitting
• Frequently standing/walking

Additional Working Conditions/Aspects

• Possible exposure to high traffic conditions and/or tight driving areas
• Exposure to residential and commercial waste
• Ability to travel between offices, as required
• Ability to work flexible hours; expected to work nights and weekends as needed
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and/or holidays
• Legally eligible to work in the United States
• Valid driver’s license (if applicable)
• Must successfully complete pre-employment testing
• Must be able to read and speak the English language

This job description is intended to describe the general nature, complexity, and level of work to be performed by employees assigned to this position and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required. It does not prescribe or restrict the work that may be assigned. Furthermore, this does not establish an employment contract and is subject to change at the discretion of the company.

Rumpke Waste and Recycling is committed to equality in all aspects of employment. It is Rumpke’s policy to provide equal opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.