Laborer - Landfill

Athens Services•Landers, AR

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Athens Services is hiring a General Laborer to help maintain the cleanliness and efficiency of its landfill or transfer station property and entrance roads. The role involves manual cleanup, drainage work, traffic direction, and enforcement of safety and traffic procedures. Laborers are expected to conduct themselves professionally, communicate appropriately with customers, drivers, and supervisors, and perform assigned duties safely. The position works outdoors and occasionally indoors, with exposure to varied weather, dust, refuse, heavy equipment, noise, and other environmental conditions. It requires frequent use of hand tools and chains, extended periods of standing, and physical activity including lifting up to 50 pounds. The schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The listed hourly wage is $24.31, 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 license.
Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

Keep landfill or transfer station property, entrance roads, and drainage channels clear of debris by picking up paper and plastic and removing weeds.
Install drainage structures.
Place tarps on top of trash and place tires on top of the tarps.
Move or construct wind fences and make repairs as needed.
Pick up commodities from the tipping area when safety permits.
Control incoming traffic and direct vehicles to the appropriate work area using hand signals.
Clean equipment tracks as needed.
Enforce traffic regulations, explain them to customers, and report violations to the supervisor.
Help ensure employees, customers, and drivers follow safety procedures and policies; report violations to management.
Attend weekly safety meetings and daily tailgate meetings.
Wear assigned and approved personal protective equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.