Utility Technician II - 2nd Shift

McGill Environmental Systems Corporation•Waverly, VA

4h•Onsite

About The Position

At McGill, our purpose is to rebuild the soils that support life on our planet. We turn biodegradable waste into high-quality compost that helps restore depleted soils and supports a cleaner, greener future. Using advanced composting technology, we handle a wide range of organic materials—safely, reliably, and with purpose. We believe real environmental change should benefit people, the planet, and the economy. We take pride in our role within the communities we serve, contributing positively to a cleaner, healthier, and sustainable environment. Driven by our core values of Excellence, Integrity, Accountability and Collaboration, we are committed to fostering a continuous improvement, and strive to create a rewarding, safe, and empowering workplace for all. When you join McGill, you’re joining a team that values hard work, innovation, and doing what’s right—for our colleagues, our customers, our communities, and the Earth. Whether you’re working with machinery, logistics, or sales, your work directly supports a greener, healthier future. The purpose of the Utility Technician role is to provide essential support to site operations by maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment. This position plays a foundational role in ensuring production areas, equipment, and grounds are kept in optimal condition to support smooth and efficient operations. By performing routine cleaning, assisting with maintenance, and adhering to safety and environmental procedures, the Utility team member helps uphold the overall functionality and compliance of the facility. As a Utility Technician, you take pride in learning the process of creating quality compost, mulch, and soil. Working to contribute directly to the safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of the facility- foundations that keep daily operations running smoothly. You pay close attention to detail in cleaning and preparing work areas, helping prevent equipment issues and ensuring a safe environment for all team members. By assisting with maintenance tasks and following operational procedures, you help reduce downtime, improve product quality, and support a sustainable operation that transforms organic material into valuable soil, compost, and mulch products. As a Utility Technician, you will support daily operations by ensuring a clean, safe, and efficient work environment across the facility. This position is responsible for preparing and cleaning processing bays, assisting with general maintenance tasks, housekeeping and taking part in equipment cleaning. The Utility role follows all standard operating procedures and safety protocols, playing a vital role in maintaining site cleanliness and operational readiness.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Proficient in running skid steer, weed-eater, or water truck
Willingness to work outdoors in variable weather and around strong odors.
Able to follow instructions and learn environmental handling procedures.
Ability to lift 50 pounds and perform physical labor
Valid driver’s license

Nice To Haves

Dependable – Shows up on time, follows through on tasks, and can be counted on to keep work areas clean and safe.
Safety-Oriented – Prioritizes personal and team safety by following all site procedures and using equipment properly.
Detail-Focused – Notices and addresses small issues before they become big problems, particularly in cleaning and maintenance tasks.

Responsibilities

Keeps grounds, ramp, screening plant and shop clean and organized, including various yard-work such as weed-eating, occasional painting, sorting of tools or parts, digging with a shovel.
Perform maintenance on skid steer to include filter changes, oil and coolant monitoring, and all other preventative maintenance.
Acts as relief Front End Loader Operator and performs all the required functions of the position, as skills allow
Processing bay cleaning and preparation
Ground maintenance, general housekeeping
Equipment cleaning and routine maintenance; maintenance helper
Follow standard operating procedures and consistently work in a safe manner
Perform other tasks assigned by supervisor
Learn to operate skid steer or proficiently can do so already to clean up material and sweep bays, either by attachment to the skid steer or manually, using a pick or shovel as needed.