Landfill Laborer

Rumpke Waste & Recycling•Colerain Township, OH

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About The Position

A Landfill Laborer is responsible for general upkeep and maintenance of facility grounds and may perform custodial duties in offices, maintenance shops, and other areas. The role may also assist in various lines of business. The position requires a safety-focused approach, the ability to work with minimal supervision, and professional communication with internal and external customers. It involves outdoor work in changing temperatures and exposure to waste, dust, odors, gases, and other airborne matter, as well as possible exposure to high-traffic conditions and tight driving areas. Flexible hours may be required, including nights, weekends, overtime, and holidays as needed. Travel between offices may also be required.

Requirements

Mechanical aptitude.
Self-starter with a strong work ethic and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
Good verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate professionally with internal and external customers.
Ability to understand English well enough to communicate, understand and respond to questions and directions, recognize traffic signs and signals, and understand safety training.
Safety-focused mindset.
Ability to successfully complete required training courses to operate equipment as needed.
Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, overtime, and holidays as needed.
Legally eligible to work in the United States.
Valid driver's license, if applicable.
Must successfully complete pre-employment testing.
Must be able to read and speak English.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with various hand tools and equipment.
One year of general labor or grounds maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

Maintain facility grounds, including mowing, trimming, and picking up paper and trash safely and in compliance with applicable regulations and company policies.
Build and repair fences.
Maintain the odor control system as needed.
Assist at yard boxes, the truck wash, and the wheel wash as necessary.
Wash equipment using a pressure washer.
Dig tracks as necessary.
Assist with equipment services as necessary.
Assist with applying Alternate Daily Cover (ADC) when necessary.
Perform general housekeeping in maintenance shops and offices.
Operate skid steers, sweepers, flush trucks, and fuel trucks as needed.
Direct traffic on or around the landfill.
Interact professionally with internal and external customers.
Build, repair, and install erosion control, including silt fences and straw bales.
Perform other duties as assigned.