Helper/Thrower for local Yard Waste Company

Compost Connection•Grandview, MO

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Helpers are responsible for working as part of a team with the driver to service the collection, hauling and disposal of residential yard waste or some recycling. Throwers will be collecting paper lawn waste bags or bundles, throwing them in rear load packer garbage trucks. Some areas have cans to be dumped. Toters are placed on a toter tipper on the truck. This is a very physical position requiring the ability to lift 50-70 pounds steadily all day and work in all types of weather. Helpers need to be able to get on and off the step on the back of the vehicle quickly, collect items and go again. In between areas, you may be riding in the truck. You may be working solo on the truck as not all routes require two throwers. You may have to return to the shop to swap out trucks and go back out on another route. You must be honest, trustworthy, respectful to customers and the public, and demonstrate a sound work ethic by being present daily. Good attendance and being on time are a must.

Requirements

Ability to lift 50-70 pounds steadily all day.
Ability to work in all types of weather.
Ability to get on and off the step on the back of the vehicle quickly.
Must have reliable transportation of your own to get to and from work daily.
Good attendance is a must.
Being on time is a must.
Ability to perform heavy physically demanding work.
Physical effort may include: lifting, kneeling, touching, feeling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, and repetitive bending/twisting motions.
Clarity of vision to see near, mid-range.
Ability to lift and carry/lift up to 50 lbs. to 60 lbs. repeatedly throughout shift.
Required to possibly enter/exit the truck repeatedly throughout the day and/or ride on the back of the sidestep of the vehicle in residential areas or walk/run between residential stops in close proximity to the truck.
Be honest and trustworthy.
Be respectful to customers and the public as you represent this company.
Be respectful to the driver.
Demonstrate sound work ethic - BE HERE DAILY!
Must present a valid, non-expired State ID or Driver's License and either a Social Security card or Birth certificate before being hired.
Boots are required. You will need to wear boots that cover your ankles.
You may wear jeans or jeans shorts OR canvas pants and canvas shorts. No jogging pants!
Wear shirts that do not have profanity, or inappropriate wording or lewd pictures.

Nice To Haves

No steel toes if you are not comfortable with them.

Responsibilities

Responsible for moving yard waste from the curb to the rear load garbage truck.
Perform duties in a safe manner at all times. No ear buds, Beats or phones while working from the back of the truck!
Ensuring that the collection areas are clean by picking up any refuse that has fallen out of the container or truck.
Following the direction of the driver and assisting the driver as needed.
Wearing required safety gear at all times and maintaining a neat and professional appearance.
Assisting on spotting violations and notifying the driver of these violations.
Being on time to work daily and ready to work.
Working independently and communicating often with the driver.
Returning to the shop to swap out trucks and go back out on another route if necessary.