LIGHT EQUIPMENT OPERATOR - LABORER

Berkey's Transfer Station is looking to add an experienced LIGHT EQUIPMENT OPERATOR/LABORER to join our team in Fleetwood, PA

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This is a FT position - 7AM to 4PM Monday to Friday, with occasional Saturdays. This is an hourly position, with a starting rate range of $20.00 to $22.00 based upon experience. Slightly higher starting rates may be offered based upon your experience, skill set and overall talent. If you're hired by us, we will provide paid training for all of the equipment required to perform this job.

We provide WEEKLY PAY with OT, fantastic benefits, extremely generous PTO, and a 100% matching 401K, up to your 5% contribution. We'll provide PAID on-site training for you to learn, use and operate all of our equipment.

The BEST candidate will already have the ability work as part of a TEAM, as well as work effectively at times with little or no supervision. At minimum, you must have a basic knowledge of hand tools, light building maintenance and the ability to keep our yard clean and orderly.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain cleanliness of tipping floor and work areas
• General yard clean-up
• Building maintenance
• Janitorial tasks
• Direct traffic
• Spot checking for NON-ACCEPTABLE materials
• Prepping items for transfer
• Fueling & maintaining vehicles and yard equipment
• Participate in training for equipment operation

NON-PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen
• Must have the REQUIRED documents to legally work in the United States
• Must have a Valid Driver's License
• Must have reliable, everyday transportation
• Must be able to speak and understand English

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to communicate with co-workers and customers clearly and safely

• Ability to work outside, year-round, in all weather conditions

• Ability to sweep, shovel and/or lift 50 LBS
• Ability to bend frequently
• Ability to be on your feet and walk constantly for several hours at a time
  

Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.