Laborer - Landfill 2nd Shift

Athens Services•Redlands, CA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Athens Services is hiring a General Laborer to help maintain the cleanliness and efficiency of landfill or transfer station property and entrance roads. The role involves manual cleanup, installing drainage structures, directing traffic, and helping enforce safety procedures. Laborers are expected to act professionally, communicate with customers, drivers, and supervisors, and perform assigned duties safely. The work takes place outdoors and occasionally indoors, in conditions that may include wind, heat, cold, dust, refuse, noise, and proximity to heavy equipment. The position requires extended periods of standing and working near customers and equipment operators, frequent use of hand tools, and wearing assigned personal protective equipment. The position pays $24.31 per hour, including prevailing wage, which combines the basic hourly wage and the value of fringe benefits.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience working as a general laborer and/or in a construction environment.
High school diploma or GED.
Working knowledge of hazards and safety precautions common to construction operations.
Ability to establish effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, and the public.
Ability to understand and communicate verbally and in writing, and to follow instructions.
Ability to observe proper safety precautions.
Ability to work overtime as needed.
Valid Class C driver's license.
Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

Keep landfill or transfer station property, entrance roads, and drainage channels clear of debris and weeds by manually picking up litter.
Install drainage structures.
Place tarps on top of trash and tires on top of tarps.
Move or construct wind fences and make repairs as needed.
Pick up commodities from the tipping area when safety permits.
Control and direct incoming traffic, using appropriate hand signals to guide vehicles to the proper work area.
Clean tracks on equipment as needed.
Enforce traffic regulations, explain them to customers, and report violations to the supervisor and management.
Ensure employees, customers, and drivers follow proper safety procedures and policies.
Attend weekly safety meetings and daily tailgate meetings.
Wear assigned and approved personal protective equipment, including hardhat, safety glasses, high-visibility uniform, gloves, and steel-toe boots.
Perform other duties as assigned.