RECYCLING LABORER 7:00 am - 3:30 pm, Monday - Friday - Melwood : Job Details

Description

INTRODUCTION

• This position requires that the employee must successfully complete criminal history information background check and drug screening and be able to obtain and maintain a government security clearance

• Driving is 20% of the work and Warehouse/material handler is 80% of the work

• This position is located in the Patuxent River, MD area as an employee of Melwood.

• The core working hours are 7:00 am - 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday with a 60 minute lunch break

• This position Requires a valid drivers license with a clean driving record

• Must be able to pass DOT Physical

• Starting pay is $22.66

• The incumbent will be responsible for the daily collection, loading and unloading of recycling materials for preparation of shipment

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides collection, sorting and processing of all recyclables

• Manual/automated loading or unloading of trucks or other transportation devices

• Ensures safe conditions exist at all times in and around vehicle while in operation

• Follows State, Federal and local military base rules and regulations regarding vehicle operation and material transport

• Drives assigned route to all locations and collects, loads and unloads materials as required

• Maintains accurate, complete mileage and collection information per contract requirements

• Performs daily pre and post trip inspections of truck fluids, batteries, tires and safety equipment

• Ensures equipment safety precautions are exercised to prevent damage in the performance of collection

• Immediately reports any accidents, damage, collision, injury, etc., through the appropriate reporting process

• Ensuring that all fire and safety precautions are strictly adhered to and material handling and delivery equipment are properly utilized

• Other duties as assigned

PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS

• The incumbent must be able to stand 90% of the work time and sit 10%

• Must be able to lift/carry 50 lbs. and push/pull 50 lbs

• These requirements are necessary in order to complete contract work

• He/she must be able to climb, stoop, kneel and reach

• Must be able to speak to communicate with supervisors, staff, co-workers, etc

• Must possess good vision and hearing

• Must be able to work in extreme weather conditions of a warehouse atmosphere.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have a valid drivers license with a clean driving record

• Must be able to pass a DOT physical

• High School Diploma or equivalent required

• Previous experience working in the recycling field preferred

• Must be able to meet contract security requirements

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Required

• Driver's License

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