Laborer/Sanitation Worker

Valliant Consulting Group•Nambe, NM

About The Position

Contributes to the efficient daily operation of the department by collecting garbage, trash, and yard waste. Maintains professionalism in interactions with internal and external customers.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver's license required.
Must successfully complete a drug/alcohol screen and background investigation.

Nice To Haves

Experience in waste collection or a similar role is preferred.
A combination of relevant education and related work experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Assist the garbage collection crew with loading trash, debris, discarded furniture, and appliances from roadsides.
Operate a limb-chipping machine to remove limbs and leaves from residential areas.
Collect excess trash along streets and buildings.
Assist with dumping solid waste at a transfer station or landfill.
Verify compliance of waste entering the facility and remove non-compliant materials.
Identify hazardous waste materials, place them in compliant housing units, and ensure loads are suitable for landfill disposal.
Perform ground maintenance at the transfer station site.
Build and foster effective working relationships with others.
Maintain current knowledge of relevant trends and developments and promote professional growth through participation in professional organizations, seminars, workshops, classes, conferences, and other development opportunities.
Perform other duties as required or assigned.