Landfill Operator/Laborer

Veit•Becker, MN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This non-union position performs tasks involving physical labor, basic cleanup and maintenance, and operation of equipment at our Landfill in Becker, MN. In addition, this position picks and screens unacceptable waste and recyclables, helps direct landfill traffic flow, and helps with baling of cardboard for recycling. Also aids with lawn care, grounds maintenance, and snow removal as needed. Operates landfill equipment as necessary. Equipment includes but is not limited to dozer, compactor, water truck, skid steer, backhoe. Performs general maintenance on landfill equipment. Screens loads for unacceptable waste and valuable recyclables. Directs landfill traffic to ensure safe delivery of waste into the landfill. Screens and sorts load dumps in the transfer station building. Bales cardboard. Performs lawn care maintenance activities and general grounds maintenance. Picks up windblown debris/litter generated from facility operations. Provides backup assistance with operation of the weigh scale. Assists customers with transactions. Assists Landfill Manager with other facets of landfill operation as requested. Follows company and OSHA safety procedures. Brings problems to the attention of the Landfill Manager or Safety Director. Follows daily procedures and protocols as set forth in job orientations and trainings. Keep supervisor informed of known actions, written or verbal, which may affect the ability to successfully perform tasks at Transfer Station or adversely affect Company operations. Other projects or duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

Six to twelve months of construction or related experience.
Basic knowledge and ability to work with equipment, materials, and supplies found in construction work.
Ability to view and abide by safety training video.
Ability to follow proper use and safety guidelines.
Willingness and ability to perform manual work.
Demonstrated knowledge of safety precautions and procedures.
Good communication skills both oral and written when working with all levels of management and employees, external vendors and other business associates.
Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions.
Must have good interpersonal skills.
Basic mathematic skills.
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency as required by management and/or project requirements.
Must be able to pass a background check.
Must be at least 18 years of age.

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or GED is preferred but not required.
OSHA 10 is preferred but not required.
First Aid/CPR is preferred but not required.
Type III Landfill Certification is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Operates landfill equipment as necessary (dozer, compactor, water truck, skid steer, backhoe).
Performs general maintenance on landfill equipment.
Screens loads for unacceptable waste and valuable recyclables.
Directs landfill traffic to ensure safe delivery of waste into the landfill.
Screens and sorts load dumps in the transfer station building.
Bales cardboard.
Performs lawn care maintenance activities and general grounds maintenance.
Picks up windblown debris/litter generated from facility operations.
Provides backup assistance with operation of the weigh scale.
Assists customers with transactions.
Assists Landfill Manager with other facets of landfill operation as requested.
Follows company and OSHA safety procedures.
Brings problems to the attention of the Landfill Manager or Safety Director.
Follows daily procedures and protocols as set forth in job orientations and trainings.
Keeps supervisor informed of known actions, written or verbal, which may affect the ability to successfully perform tasks at Transfer Station or adversely affect Company operations.
Other projects or duties as assigned by management.