Helper

Overview Waste Collection Helper - Interstate Waste Services (IWS) Year Round work Start Time is 5am Overtime after 40/hrs per week This is a Union position Start Your Day Early. Build a Career That Matters. Interstate Waste Services is one of the most progressive and innovative waste and recycling companies in the region, proudly serving customers throughout New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and operating a rail-served landfill in Ohio. Our team is committed to safety, environmental responsibility, and delivering exceptional service to the communities we serve. We are currently seeking a Waste Collection Helper to join our team. This is a hands-on, physically active role ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, staying active, and being part of a team that keeps our communities clean. Essential Job Summary: Essential Job Functions: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned. What You\'ll Do Collect and load refuse from residential and commercial customer locations into collection vehicles Assist drivers with safe maneuvering, backing, and positioning of sanitation trucks Ride on and off collection vehicles throughout the route Learn assigned routes and provide support to drivers during collection operations Participate in vehicle cleaning and daily housekeeping activities Attend required safety meetings, training sessions, and operational meetings Follow all company safety policies and procedures Requirements and Qualifications: What We\'re Looking For Must be at least 18 years old Legally authorized to work in the United States Ability to repeatedly lift, push, pull, and carry materials weighing 50-75+ pounds Ability to safely mount and dismount trucks throughout the workday Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions Strong work ethic, reliability, and attendance Team-oriented mindset and ability to work closely with drivers and coworkers Previous sanitation, waste collection, construction, landscaping, moving, labor, warehouse, or other physically demanding work is a plus Additional Information This job description is intended to be an accurate representation of the general functions of the job, rather than exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or experience. Other duties may be assigned, requested, or required. Aspects of the job may be altered without notice. Interstate Waste Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Salary Range Minimum USD $18.23/Hr. Salary Range Maximum USD $18.23/Hr. #J-18808-Ljbffr