Landfill General Laborer

Job Description

Job Description

Hiring for a Landfill General Laborer

The Environmental Technician installs, inspects, rebuilds, troubleshoots, and repairs pumps and related equipment that support daily landfill operations. This role also performs general maintenance on pumps and assists with a variety of hands-on tasks across the site, ensuring safe and reliable operation of the leachate system in an outdoor, landfill environment.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, rebuild, troubleshoot, and repair pumps and associated equipment used in daily landfill operations.
• Perform routine and preventative maintenance on pumps and related mechanical systems to ensure reliable performance.
• Support general labor tasks on the landfill site, including construction-related and maintenance activities as needed.
• Use hand tools and basic mechanical tools to perform installation, repair, and service work safely and efficiently.
• Assist with operating heavy equipment such as skid steers and bobcats when needed, if qualified.
• Support operation of vacuum (vac) trucks on site, including assisting with set-up, operation, and basic maintenance as directed.
• Perform outdoor labor duties in all weather conditions, including tasks similar to carpentry, deck building, and landscaping.
• Follow safety procedures and site protocols while working around pumps, heavy equipment, and landfill infrastructure.
• Collaborate with a small team to maintain the landfill’s leachate system and respond to maintenance needs as they arise.
• Adapt to changing daily tasks and rotate between different job duties throughout the day.
• Work flexible hours, including early starts, late finishes, and occasional Saturdays, to support operational needs.
• Maintain a driving record that can meet company standards in preparation for future use of company trucks and regional travel once converted to a permanent role.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of experience working on a construction job site.
• At least 1 year of general labor experience in an outdoor or physically demanding environment.
• Experience using hand tools for installation, repair, or maintenance tasks.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to perform basic troubleshooting and repair work on equipment.
• Ability to perform physical labor outdoors in all weather conditions and in a landfill environment.
• Willingness to work around pumps, mechanical systems, and heavy equipment on a daily basis.
• Openness to working overtime, including early start times, late end times, and occasional Saturday shifts.
• Capability to meet motor vehicle record (MVR) requirements when considered for permanent placement and use of company vehicles.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with pump repair, service, or maintenance.
• Experience operating heavy equipment such as skid steers or bobcats.
• Experience operating or assisting with vacuum (vac) truck operations.
• Experience in carpentry, deck building, landscaping, or similar outdoor labor roles.
• Experience with any type of equipment installation or troubleshooting.
• Comfort working in environments that may be dirty and have strong odors, such as landfill settings.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a laid-back, non-production-driven environment where no two days feel the same and tasks vary throughout the day. Once hired on permanently, team members have access to a 401(k) with profit sharing, where employee contributions are supplemented with a generous employer match, as well as medical insurance, paid holidays, and paid time off that increases with tenure. The small crew structure fosters teamwork, flexibility, and hands-on learning, offering the opportunity to build mechanical and field skills while contributing to essential environmental operations.

Work Environment

The role is based at a landfill site in Murfreesboro, TN, focused on maintaining the leachate system rather than handling garbage directly. The environment is outdoors and can be dirty, with noticeable landfill odors, and requires comfort working in all weather conditions year-round. The team is small, currently around eight people, and operates in a relaxed setting without strict manufacturing-style production quotas. Contractors may assist with operating vac trucks and, where qualified, heavy equipment such as skid steers and bobcats. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with frequent opportunities for overtime, including early start times, late finishes, and possible Saturday work. Daily duties vary, and break times such as lunch may shift depending on operational needs. Once converted to a permanent role, employees may drive company trucks and travel to other regional sites, subject to meeting driving record requirements. The dress code is practical and oriented toward outdoor, hands-on work, with appropriate attire and personal protective equipment suitable for a landfill and heavy-equipment environment.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Murfreesboro, TN.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Murfreesboro,TN.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 10, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.