General Laborer

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•Vernon, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Plant Associate unloads waste from vehicles, decontaminates vehicles and reusable containers, and stages waste for scanning and processing. The role requires performing duties safely and productively, following applicable safety protocols, and addressing housekeeping issues promptly. Work takes place indoors in a garage, shop, or gas plant and outdoors, including in inclement weather, heat, and humidity. This is an on-site, safety-sensitive position; the successful candidate may be subject to drug and alcohol testing under government regulations and company policies. The posted schedule is Monday through Friday, five 8-hour shifts, starting at 11:30 a.m. and ending at 8:00 p.m. The expected base pay is $23.75 per hour. WM describes its employee offering as including growth opportunities, paid on-the-job training, education assistance, career progression, and a competitive benefits package; benefits may vary by site.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience, preferably in a plant environment.
Ability to communicate effectively and understand and follow applicable health and safety directives, performance and conduct standards, policies, and procedures.

Nice To Haves

Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

Unload waste from incoming vehicles and separate non-autoclavable waste for incineration.
Stage waste on the conveyor system or stack it for scanning in the Biotrack system.
Scan waste into the Biotrack system for recordkeeping.
Load waste into autoclave bins or the incinerator hopper for processing.
Place reusable containers on the tub wash line for decontamination.
Operate the tub wash unit, check that it is working properly, remove and inspect clean tubs, and stack them for loading onto the assigned vehicle for reuse.
Operate the tub wash sprayer for oversized reusable tubs, check that it is working properly, and inspect and stack tubs for loading onto the assigned vehicle for reuse.
Decontaminate vehicle cargo areas, reload assigned reusable tubs, ensure no free liquid remains on the cargo-area floor, and inform the plant supervisor when the vehicle is ready to move from the dock.
Promptly address housekeeping issues, including cleaning spills, drying floors, and removing debris.
Perform other assigned duties and responsibilities.