Landfill Operator/Laborer

Veit•Becker, MN

2d•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, plastics, and aluminum 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, plastic, aluminum. 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. Veit is one of the country’s leading specialty contractors, with nearly a century of experience and the best people in the industry. We specialize in foundations, earthwork, utilities, marine services, industrial cleaning, cured‑in‑place pipelining, and waste disposal. We pride ourselves on our relentless pursuit to push the construction industry forward and deliver for our customers. Our modern fleet of iron, diverse expertise, and unmatched determination allow us to successfully tackle some of the largest and most complex projects across every sector while also living out our values every day. Our company culture is one where everyone pitches in to get the job done, regardless of job title or seniority. We do everything we can to maintain an atmosphere where family comes first. We want every one of our employees to look forward to each day at work and make it home safe and happy at the end of the day.

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
OSHA 10
First Aid/CPR
Type III Landfill Certification

Responsibilities

Performs tasks involving physical labor, basic cleanup and maintenance, and operation of equipment at our Landfill in Becker, MN.
Picks and screens unacceptable waste and recyclables.
Helps direct landfill traffic flow.
Helps with baling of cardboard, plastics, and aluminum for recycling.
Aids with lawn care, grounds maintenance, and snow removal as needed.
Operates landfill equipment as necessary.
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, plastic, aluminum.
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.