Yard Tech

Walter's Recycling and Refuse; Blaine (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision

401K with employer match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Safety training

Job summary

Walters Recycling & Refuse in Minnesota is hiring a Yard Technician to perform outdoor cleaning and yard duties. You will pressure-wash carts, move containers, and assist operators while handling physically demanding tasks in all weather conditions.

The role includes forklift-related duties, a starting wage of $20.30 to $29.44 per hour, and opportunities for experience-based advancement. Benefits and a team-focused environment are offered.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Must be able to perform physically demanding outdoor work.

Responsibilities

• Clean garbage containers, carts and bins.
• Operate pressure washer to sanitize containers.
• Assist operators and support yard tasks.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Manage inventory and repair carts as needed.
• Support cart delivery drivers for next-day prep.

Skills

Good attitude

Strong work ethic

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Tools

Forklift experience

Job description

Walters Recycling & Refuse is Hiring for

Yard Technician

Starting wage $20.30-$29.44 an hour!

Positions Available with the Best Trash Hauler in MN

MN best Gold Winner 6 years in a row.

Star Tribune Reader’s Choice.

#GrowWithWalters

About us:

Walters is the premier environmental services provider in the Twin Cities metropolitan area providing waste and recycling collection to the public and private sectors since 1988. We are the largest family owned and operated waste and recycling provider in Minnesota providing over 100,000 services each week with a fleet fueled by both diesel and compressed natural gas (CNG).

About the role:

You will be responsible for pressure washing carts, containers, and bins in a safe and efficient manner. You will also be moving carts, bins, and containers around the yard. You must have the ability to regularly perform extensive physical activity and strenuous work while working outdoors. Frequent walking, standing, bending, climbing stairs and ladders, and climbing.

Responsibilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties below satisfactorily.

• The cleaning of garbage containers, carts and bins.
• Use pressure washer to clean and sanitize plastic and metal containers for reuse.
• Operation of Forklift
• Assisting Operators
• Maintaining a clean & safe work environment
• Litter detail as needed
• Maintain facility appearance
• Other tasks as assigned
• Fuel island inspection/refill windshield wash buckets and inspect/replace squeegees
• Assist cart delivery drivers in preparing for the next day
• Inventory carts
• Fix & repair carts
• Maintain Operator Care Stations
• Yard Maintenance shoveling, salting,
• Keeping sidewalks clear

JobRequirements:

• HS Diploma/GED
• Previous forklift experience is preferred.

• Good attitude, strong work history and strong work ethic

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs frequently and up to 100 lbs occasionally, bending, twisting, repetitive motion.
• You must have the ability to regularly perform extensive physical activity and strenuous work while working outdoors. Frequent walking, standing, bending, climbing stairs and ladders, and climbing.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen, DOT health evaluation, and physical assessment
• This is a safety-sensitive position subject to drug testing requirements in compliance with 49 CFR Part 382, this does include marijuana testing

Walters offers competitive benefits packages including:

• State-of-the-art onboard routing software, industry-leading safety training, driver recognition program, uniforms, and boot allowance.
• Competitive wages - Based on Experience
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• EAP-Employee Assistance Program
• HSA Employer Contributions
• Company Paid:Life Insurance
• Company Paid Parental Leave
• Voluntary Benefits; Additional Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accidental
• Legalshield/ID Shield
• 401K with Employer Match
• 10 days Paid Time Off (PTO) and 6 days of ESST
• 6 Paid Holidays
• Free Trash pickup within the Service area.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments

Walters Recycling and Refuse Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. This range is generally the minimum and maximum salary or hourly pay for this position at the time of posting for this Job. Any questions you may have about this range, please reach out to HR.