General Laborer

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•Dacono, CO

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Plant Associate ensures waste is unloaded from vehicles, vehicles are decontaminated, and waste is properly staged for scanning and processing. The work must be performed safely and productively. This safety-sensitive position operates in both indoor garage, shop, or gas-plant conditions and outdoor conditions, including inclement weather, heat, and humidity. The role requires strict compliance with safety rules and protocols; drug and alcohol testing may apply throughout employment, including pre-employment, post-incident, reasonable-suspicion, and random testing.

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 licence.

Responsibilities

Unload waste from incoming vehicles and separate non-autoclavable waste for incineration.
Stage waste on a conveyor system or stack it for scanning in the Biotrack system.
Scan waste into the Biotrack system for recordkeeping.
Load autoclave bins or the incinerator hopper with waste for processing.
Place reusable containers on the tub-wash line for decontamination.
Operate the tub-wash unit, 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, inspect the tubs, and stack them 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 notify the plant supervisor when the vehicle is ready to leave the dock area.
Address housekeeping issues immediately, including cleaning spills, drying floors, and removing debris.
Perform other assigned duties and responsibilities.