Saratoga Loader

Casella Construction is seeking to hire a Loader to join our Operations Team at the Saratoga Wastewater Treatment Plant in Saratoga, NY. The Loader is responsible for safely and efficiently preparing, positioning, and loading trailers with material to support daily hauling operations. The person in this role is a self‑motivated, safety‑focused operator who wants to contribute to a team that embraces innovation and is an industry leader. Responsibilities Load approximately 2 trailers per shift to support daily hauling operations Operate a yard truck (Class A combination vehicle) to move and position trailers Prepare trailers for loading by removing debris and applying slip agent Back trailers into loading bays and position them under the loading system Signal control tower to start and stop loading processes using airhorn procedures Evenly distribute material during loading using a ladder and roof rake Monitor loading progress and reposition trailers as needed Ensure trailers are loaded to capacity (~117,000 lbs / 37 tons) Perform routine equipment and trailer inspections Maintain clean and organized work environment Training requirements, both in person and online, as needed or required Qualifications Must be 18 years or older Ability to work safely in an industrial environment Strong attention to detail and safety Ability to perform physical labor and long shifts Mechanical aptitude Physical Requirements Ability to sit for extended periods Ability to safely bend, look under the truck/trailer, and climb steps into and out of the cab Ability to enter the trailer via the man door or a ladder Ability to lift hoses, open/close the hood, and shovel built‑up rock or snow Physical strength, balance, hand‑eye coordination, and stamina Ability to stand, walk, and climb inclines for the duration of the shift Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions Attributes Self‑motivated and dependable Strong work ethic Safety‑focused Ability to work independently Compensation and Benefits Casella Construction offers competitive wages and a full benefits package to eligible employees that includes: Medical, Dental and Vision Insurances Voluntary Short & Long-Term Disability Voluntary Accident and Critical Illness Insurance Company Paid Life Insurance Company Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off EAP (Employee Assistance Program) 401(k) Retirement Savings Program with up to 4% company match and immediate vesting Hourly Hiring Range: $20.00/hr – $26.00/hr This range reflects the base pay we reasonably expect to offer for this position at the time of posting, considering current market conditions and industry benchmarks. Final and individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job‑related reasons. About our Company Joseph Casella and John Casella II are the second generation of the Casella family, carrying on a legacy that was built on hard work, grit, determination, and most of all, innovation. Together with a team equally committed to exemplifying the highest industry standards, and reinventing systems to create effective solutions when old methods no longer serve new thinking, Casella Construction has evolved to become an industry‑leading company in the field. Our strength is in our team, who we continue to invest in and depend on to help expand critical areas of our business, including heavy highway construction, demolition, utility installation, environmental contracting, commercial site development, land management, aggregate, transportation, and fleet maintenance. Casella Construction’s success is attributed to our employees’ love of the industry, our leadership’s drive to remain at the forefront of technology and environmental stewardship, and our collective ability to thrive in dynamic situations. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans. #J-18808-Ljbffr Casella Construction, Inc.