Laborer - Solid Waste Collection - Helper
opdenaker trash recycling servicesAston, PA
$32,175 per year
APPLYLaborer - Solid Waste Collection - Helper
opdenaker trash recycling servicesAston, PAEntry L2
APPLY NOW$32,175 per year
Laborer - Solid Waste Collection - HelperOpdenaker Trash & Recycling is a family-owned and -operated company that has been providing trash and recycling removal services in Southeastern Pennsylvania and Northern Delaware for over 55 years. Our company is seeking full-time, reliable, and hard-working helpers for our rear-load trash trucks. Helpers assist the driver by loading the trash and/or recyclables into the truck. Start time is 5:15 am, Monday through Friday, with some Saturday work. There is the potential for overtime.
Job Description:
Moving trash containers (totes, cans, bins, bags, etc.) from their curbside location to the truck for emptying and returning empty containers to the curbside in such a manner as to not obstruct any driveway, sidewalk, mailbox, or road
Assist the driver while on the route with backing and other tasks
Perform other tasks as required by Opdenaker on occasion
Pass a pre-hire drug and alcohol screen test per company policy
Pass random drug and alcohol tests per company policy
Adhere to company's operating procedures as well as company safety policies and practices
Attend and participate in Company training and safety meetings
Ability to deal with customers and co-workers in an effective and courtesy manner
Maintain a vehicle which is clean inside and out and presents a positive public image of Opdenaker
Job and Physical Capabilities:
Able to start at 5:20 am, Monday through Friday as well as some Saturdays; typically work 8 hours per day
Ability to arrive at Opdenaker's Aston, PA facility on time each scheduled workday
Flexibility to work another route or handle additional stops when needed
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Ability to push/pull wheeled containers of trash/recyclables that require a heavy pushing/pulling force for up to several hundred feet and up and down inclines, depending on the customer's location
Ability and flexibility to climb in and out of the truck as well as stoop or bend unassisted as needed multiple times a day
Ability to work outside in all types of weather
Salary:
$16.50 per hour
Overtime eligible at 1.5X over 40 hours in a work week
Benefits:
Company-paid Health and Vision insurance for employee and dependents
Employer-sponsored Health Reimbursement Account
Group Life Insurance Policy
Additional voluntary life, critical illness, accident, and short-term disability policies
Employee assistance program
Paid time off
401(K) Plan with employer matching up to 6%
Company-provided safety equipment including boot allowance, shirts, and sweatshirts
Bonus pay
Company-sponsored events such as Employee Appreciation Day, Christmas Party
This job is:
A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply
Open to applicants who do not have a high school diploma/GED
A "Fair Chance" job (you or the employer follow Fair Chance hiring practices when performing background checks)
A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or more
A good job for someone just entering the workforce or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education
Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma
Candidates must pass pre-employment drug test and submit to criminal background check.
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Level
Entry L2
Salary
$32,175 per year
Location
Aston, PA
Occupation
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Industry
Solid Waste Collection
Posted
3 days ago