Material Handler Equipment Operator (H) - Ind2

ABM • Plainfield, NJ

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Waste Material Handler is responsible for collecting, transporting, processing, and organizing a steady flow of waste and recyclable materials. These materials may include, but are not limited to, cardboard, plastic, scrap, refuse, and wooden shipping pallets. The Waste Material Handler supports safe and efficient material handling operations in assigned areas and may use site equipment, including balers, as trained and authorized. All team members are responsible for maintaining a safe, respectful, and healthy work environment. This role is a good fit for individuals entering the workforce or re-entering with limited experience and education. ABM is a military and veteran friendly employer, and veterans with military experience are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must meet all requirements to receive required site badges, including successful completion of a background check.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment.
• Ability to follow site safety procedures and direction from supervisors and managers.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in waste handling, recycling, warehouse support, janitorial support, or general labor.
• Experience using pallet jacks, balers, or other basic material handling equipment.
• 1 year of similar work experience
• 1 year of customer service experience

Responsibilities

• Walk, stand, climb, bend forward, and kneel during the assigned shift.
• Lift, carry, push, pull, and transport 10 or more pounds for at least 75% of the shift.
• Secure the necessary tools and equipment to perform assigned tasks at the beginning of each shift.
• Ensure that work equipment is clean and sanitized before, during, and after the shift.
• Collect and transport waste materials to the proper designated disposal, staging, or processing areas.
• Remove recyclable materials from trash or mixed material streams as assigned.
• Process cardboard by cutting, breaking down, and placing materials into gaylords, balers, or other assigned collection areas.
• Organize wood pallets through manual lifting or use of pallet jacks and place them in proper designated areas.
• Evaluate materials for proper disposal, processing, staging, or possible reuse as directed by site procedures.
• Maintain assigned work areas in a clean, safe, and organized condition.
• Perform general support duties including cleaning, sanitizing, sweeping, mopping, and dusting as needed in designated work areas.
• Support changing operational needs and perform duties in different assigned areas throughout employment.
• Report damaged, broken, or unsafe equipment and working conditions to site leadership.
• Understand and embody ABM Core Values and Success Behaviors.
• Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Benefits

• $100 Referral Bonus: Refer a friend who is hired and meets eligibility requirements and earn a $100 bonus.
• $100 Retention Bonus: New hires may earn a $100 bonus upon successful completion of 90 days of employment and meeting eligibility requirements. Terms and conditions apply. Bonus eligibility is subject to company policy and active employment requirements
• Comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM’s benefits, visit ABM Team Member Benefits | Front Line Team Members

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed