Yard Worker
About The Position
Waste Resource Management (WRM) is seeking a dependable, safety-focused Yard Worker for its Denver, Colorado location. This full-time role supports safe and efficient daily yard operations by sorting, organizing, coupling, and uncoupling rail cars; scaling trucks; and assisting with freight handling. The Yard Worker inspects equipment, operates switches and signals, and helps maintain a clean, organized, safe yard. The role involves close coordination with yard personnel, train crews, and operations staff. The position may require occasional overtime, weekend, or holiday shifts based on business needs. Forklift operation may be needed; prior experience is a plus. Candidates must be able to lift up to 50 pounds multiple times per day, with or without accommodation, and pass the required background check and drug screening. WRM describes itself as an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED; previous relevant experience may replace the educational requirement.
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications.
- Self-motivated, dependable, and hardworking.
- Ability to remain focused and avoid distractions during working hours, including refraining from cell phone use.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds multiple times per day, with or without accommodation.
- Must successfully pass the required background check and drug screening.
- Valid driver's license required.
Nice To Haves
- Prior forklift operating experience.
Responsibilities
- Sort and organize rail cars for efficient yard operations.
- Couple and uncouple rail cars safely and accurately.
- Scale trucks entering and leaving the yard.
- Inspect equipment regularly for safety or maintenance issues.
- Operate switches and signals to direct rail traffic.
- Communicate directions and operational needs with yard personnel and train crews.
- Assist with loading and unloading freight as required.
- Operate forklifts when needed.
- Maintain proper housekeeping and keep the yard clean, organized, and free from debris, spills, and waste.
- Support operators with tasks to maintain workflow.
- Perform special projects and other duties assigned by management.
Benefits
- Choice of one of three medical plans.
- Dental coverage.
- Vision coverage.
- 401(k) with a 5% company match.
- Training programs and advancement opportunities in wastewater operations and environmental services.
- Paid time off that accrues from day one.
- Floating holidays.
- Company-paid holidays.
- Company-paid life insurance.
- Company-paid disability insurance.
- Employee assistance program.
- Market-based hourly pay with annual performance reviews and potential pay increases based on company and individual performance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
