Job Description
Description
Rumpke is a family-owned and operated company that ranks as one of the largest firms in the waste and recycling industry. Our mission is simple: to deliver exceptional waste and recycling solutions to our customers and communities through a commitment to safety, service, the environment and the growth of our people.
When you join Rumpke, you'll be part of a team providing essential services to millions of residents, businesses, and neighborhoods. You will enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, matching 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and more.
This is your opportunity to make a difference for you and your family. Come join our team!
General Laborers are responsible for general upkeep and maintenance of the facilities and facility grounds. General Laborers may also perform custodial duties in the offices, maintenance shops, etc. This position may also assist in various lines of business.
Responsibilities of Position:
Maintain facility grounds-keeping including but not limited to mowing, trimming, picking up paper/trash from facility grounds and surrounding areas
Operate various hand-held manual, electrical and gas-powered tools, and equipment
Maintain and ensure the safe operating condition of assigned equipment and tools according to Company policy and OSHA
Assist with the organization and distribution of waste carts and bins
Perform safe driving practices while transporting, loading, and unloading containers and bins
Act as a helper on route as needed
Assist with general housekeeping of maintenance shops and offices
Perform minor repairs and general upkeep of facilities
Clean, prepare, and paint containers
Build, repair, and install erosion control such as silt fence and straw bales
Professionally interact with internal and external customers
Pressure-wash and perform minor repairs to waste carts, bins, containers, and portable rest rooms and prepare for delivery as needed
Perform other duties as assigned
Supervisory Responsibility:
This position will not manage employees
Skills & Abilities Needed for Position:
Mechanical aptitude preferred
Self-starter, strong work ethic and ability to work with minimal supervision
Good written and verbal communication skills to be able to communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers
Must be able to read and speak the English language well enough to communicate, understand, and respond to questions, directions, traffic signs, signals, and safety training
Experience & Knowledge Needed for Position:
Experience working with various hand tools and equipment preferred
Physical Requirements in a Regular Workday:
Continuously lifting/carrying a max of 10 lbs
Frequently pushing/pulling a max of 10 lbs
Occasionally lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 35 lbs
Rarely lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 100 lbs
Continuously working outside in changing temperatures, wet/humid conditions
Continuously working in areas of dust, odors, mist, gases, and other airborne matter
Occasionally stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling
Occasionally climbing and/or balancing
Rarely sitting
Continuously standing
Frequently walking
Additional Working Conditions/Aspects:
Possible exposure to high traffic conditions and/or tight driving areas
Exposure to residential and commercial waste
Ability to travel between offices, as required
Ability to work flexible hours; expected to work nights and weekends as needed
Ability to work overtime, weekends, and/or holidays
Legally eligible to work in the United States
Valid driver's license (if applicable)
Must successfully complete pre-employment testing
Must be able to read and speak the English language
This job description is intended to describe the general nature, complexity, and level of work to be performed by employees assigned to this position and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required. It does not prescribe or restrict the work that may be assigned. Furthermore, this does not establish an employment contract and is subject to change at the discretion of the company.
Rumpke Waste and Recycling is committed to equality in all aspects of employment. It is Rumpke's policy to provide equal opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
