General Laborer

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

General Laborer

POSITION SUMMARY

The General Laborer position supports the organization by doing various tasks around the yard and facilities, such as assisting in servicing customers and inspecting loads, processing material, landscaping, small construction or maintenance projects, general clean up, and running errands. A General Laborer must communicate clearly and professionally with customers and team members while maintaining a clean and safe work environment.  

ABOUT HARMON SCRAP METAL

Here at Harmon Scrap Metal, we contribute to our environment by recycling on a large scale through the processing of scrap metal and we are growing by the day!   

Our mission is to empower people to recycle the past to impact the future. By staying disciplined in our core values, we have intentionally built a remarkable team and culture. Discipline, Trust, Alignment, Accountability, Adaptability, and Safety, are the backbone of our business. They guide our hiring process and daily operations. We are transparent and results-oriented in all we do. 

PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES

• Helping customers unload and inspect materials 
• Upgrade and process materials as needed 
• Safely operate company vehicle while running errands 
• Operate small hand tools and equipment such as lawn mowers, weed eaters, rakes, power tools, etc. 
• Clean and maintain areas as assigned 
• Assist in the yard as needed 
• Attend and participate in internal meetings and complete required training 
• Performs other related duties as defined by management 

BENEFITS

• Insurance Benefit Package 
• Paid Holidays 
• PTO Program  
• Bonus Opportunities 
• Professional Training & Development Opportunities 

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. 

If this position caught your eye, send us your resume! For best consideration, include the job title and source where you found this position in the subject line of your email to View email address on ziprecruiter.com.  

Disclaimer : The sorting and processing of scrap metals involves using permanent magnets and electromagnets, creating magnetic fields, which can interfere with electronic medical devices like cardiac pacemakers and defibrillators. 

Work environment involves frequent and/or regular exposure to natural and unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, toxic chemicals, biohazardous materials, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, and/or loud noises. 

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Strong written and verbal communication skills 
• Willing to work in a team environment 
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail 
• Ability to be flexible and display a positive attitude in a fast-paced environment 
• Willing to work outside in all weather conditions 
• Must wear all necessary PPE while working or while in the yard 
• Follows company safety standards at all times 
• Willing to learn, be adaptable, and be self-motivated   

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED required 
• Experience working in a construction/general labor position 
• Preferred, forklift certification 
• Preferred, knowledge of metals 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of times on uneven surfaces 
• Ability to lift, push, or pull a minimum of 50 pounds 
• Frequently climb up and down ladders; crouch and bend at the knee; stoop or bend at the waist; reach arms overhead; and twist and turn at the neck and trunk 
• Continually handle and grasp levers and dials; continuous leg and foot motion when using pedals