LABORER I

Description
Definition: A landfill Labor is Under supervision of Operations Supervisor, Landfill Operations Manager, performs a variety of semi-skilled and unskilled work associated with maintaining the Salt River Landfill.

Tasks:
The ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
Performs a variety of general grounds keeping activities, including picking up trash and brush, and setting up barricades and portable fencing for work areas.
Directs traffic to appropriate parking and dumping locations and inspects loads ensuring that inappropriate material does not come into the landfill.
Performs a variety of building maintenance and repair tasks, including cleaning, changing light bulbs, and setting up tables and chairs for special events.
Lift moderately heavy objects.
Wash landfill equipment as needed.
Miscellaneous jobs and duties as requested.
Required and predictable attendance
Work extended hours at times
Work schedules including overtime, holidays, On-Call, and weekends as needed.
Good physical condition and stamina to perform tasks that may require lifting, bending, and prolonged standing or walking.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics:
Knowledge of basic Landfill safety procedures.
Ability to operate and communicate over a two-way radio.
Work environment:
Primarily outdoors, exposed to weather elements
Loud noise from operating machinery
Potential exposure to dust and odors
May require working on uneven terrain
Safety
Adhere to all safety protocols, wear required personal protective equipment and follow traffic control procedures at the landfill.

Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
Must be able to pass pre-employment and random drug screening tests.
Graduation from high school or GED equivalent required.