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Waste Connections Union Transfer Station Operator in Aberdeen, Washington
LeMay Grays Harbor , a Waste Connections company, is looking for a Transfer Station Union Operator to join the team in Aberdeen, WA!
Shift will be 9am-5pm Tuesday through Friday and 8am-4:30pm on Saturday. Starting pay at $30.60 per hour and will increase to rate of $32.50 after 9 months of employment .
This is a union position with medical/dental/vision benefits and a pension plan through Teamsters #252.
Waste Connections has many stable opportunities for qualified and motivated individuals who want to be part of a dynamic organization. We provide competitive benefits and lots of room for individual growth as the company expands. Because we operate with a highly decentralized structure, we look for individuals who are energetic and have individual initiative and creativity. Join us and be a part of a winning team!
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Operating heavy equipment such as front-end loaders, forklifts, and other medium to heavy equipment in accordance with all OSHA, state and federal requirements
Regularly inspecting equipment and performing minor repairs and maintenance as required
Safety of vehicle, equipment, and load. Moving waste from the Transfer Site collection area to the transfer trailer in preparation for transport to the Landfill.
Ensuring all customer interactions by Operator are polite; may be required to greet, direct, discuss issues, and educate customers of onsite rules and restrictions
Following all appropriate safety guidelines and precautions, wearing required safety gear, and always maintaining a neat and professional appearance.
Performing other duties as assigned.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:
Work involves constant exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, toxic chemicals, biohazardous materials, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, and/or loud noises
Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds.
Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to adhere to Company policies and rules that are set forth; promotes the Company’s safety standards; work with a sense of honesty, integrity and trustworthiness.
Ability to adhere to work schedule and follow through on challenges as they arise.