General Laborer

Job Description

Job Description

Waste Recovery Systems is looking to add a full time General Laborer to our team.  This candidate will be continuously learning each day and is given the opportunity to excel within the company.  A positive attitude and strong and safe work ethic are essential.  A chauffeur's license and clean driving record is required for this position. Emergency jobs during non-regular work hours will be on a rotational basis.  Full time benefit eligible.  

Benefits : Health Insurance, Dental insurance, Life insurance, Short Term Disability insurance, Long Term Disability insurance, AD & D insurance, Paid Time Off, Cell phone reimbursement, Boot reimbursement, Clothing stipend, 401(k) with up to 4% employer match

  Duties and Responsibilities 

• Safely operate a variety of tools and equipment
  
• Ensure proper personal protective equipment is worn while performing work
  
• Perform proper set-up and calibration procedures for all equipment and accessories
  
• Complete all assigned tasks in a timely and efficient manner
• Prepare job sites as directed
• Maintain comprehensive service documentation
  
• Provide assistance to operators, team members, contractors and customers as needed
  
• Clean and clear debris and hazards 
• Ensure construction equipment and tools are cleaned and stored properly
  

Requirements, Qualifications and Skills

• Valid MI Chauffer’s License - Required
• Clean, insurable driving record for the last 5 years (Motor Vehicle Report)
• Ability to physically stand, bend, squat, and lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to perform occasionally in small and confined spaces
• Ability to work overtime
• Must be reliable and punctual
• Maintain a positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Troubleshoot problems that arise 
• Take part in on-call emergency rotation; required 1 week per month
• Prior experience in construction, environmental, and/or excavating preferred
  
• Ability to maintain service documentation daily
• Ability to apply common sense understanding
• Ability to carry out written and oral instructions 
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Use an objective approach toward decision making
• Ability to maintain a good relationship between the company and customer