Yard Laborer/Fleet Washer

Waste Connections • Vancouver, WA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Waste Connections of Washington is looking for a Yard Laborer/Container Washer to work at our location in Vancouver, WA. The schedule is Monday – Friday, 12:30 PM - 9:00 PM. This is a safety-sensitive position responsible for washing and sanitizing trucks, carts, containers, and bins in a safe, efficient, and courteous manner, in addition to general site clean-up duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Drivers License.
• Working knowledge of the pressure washer and its components and the basic maintenance requirements for safe & efficient operation.
• Ability to read and write & comprehend work orders and daily assignments well enough to complete basic reports.
• At least 1 year of work experience.
• The ability to stand and work outside throughout an 8-hour shift.
• The ability to lift 50 lbs regularly.
• Ability and willingness to work in all weather conditions.
• Must pass drug screen, pre-employment background check and have a clean motor vehicle report to be eligible for employment.

Nice To Haves

• Preferably in a labor type roll where you had to utilize customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs daily inspections of pressure washer and related equipment.
• Walk around visual inspection to check for water, oil, and fuel leaks.
• Inspects safety equipment, gauges, fluid levels and checks to ensure that all equipment and systems are operational.
• After startup, checks gauges and controls.
• Uses pressure washer to clean and sanitize plastic and metal containers for reuse up to 75-100 units/day.
• Manipulates pressure washer wand, and occasionally a brush, to clean debris and stains from previously used containers to make them fit to deliver to new customers.
• Gathers the necessary sizes and styles of containers to wash for the day to insure efficient operation of other departments.
• Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards.
• Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.
• Use of a non-CDL company vehicle to assist in spill cleanup efforts.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage, plus overtime opportunities.
• Performance-based career growth potential.
• Paid time-off.
• Medical, dental, vision insurance plans.
• Income Protection Plans (Life Insurance, Short Term/Long Term Disability).
• 401(k) with a generous company match.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future".

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED