Laborer Landfill

Job Summary Performs various tasks in a landfill including containing loose refuse to prevent scattering and directing traffic at the landfill. Responsibilities Manually pick up windblown paper from the periphery of the landfill, carrying a large plastic trash bag and walking along the fenced border, as well as on exterior land adjacent to public property. Pull paper from the fence and lift loose paper from the ground, depositing refuse in the bag until full. Use a mobile vacuum to gather loose paper and refuse. Operate a tractor pulling the vacuum along the fenced border and exterior area adjacent to public property. When the destination is reached, park and descend the tractor, grasp the vacuum hose handle, and guide it to vacuum loose paper from the fence and ground. Continue this process as necessary, working around the outer edge of the landfill. During very busy summer months, station at the landfill entrance in a chair to direct traffic. Direct the flow of trucks, communicating with drivers verbally or by hand signals. Lift construction materials for site maintenance projects (e.g., lumber, bags of concrete mix, hand tools). Use hand tools such as shovels, picks, axes, and chainsaws. Manually separate metal, white goods, lumber, and cardboard from trash on tipping floor at landfills with transfer stations. Qualifications Licenses as required by Local, State, Federal, Environmental and/or Health/Safety Regulatory agencies. Physical Requirements Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Benefits Each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. Benefits also include a Stock Purchase Plan, company match on 401K, paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Benefits may vary by site. Equal Employment Opportunity For United States: WM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. For Canada: WM is committed to the principle of equal employment for all applicants and employees, without discrimination on the basis of all grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please notify us if you require accommodation. Real ID In order to travel by air or access federal property, federal law requires individuals to have a REAL ID or an acceptable alternative. This position may require the successful candidate to travel by air for business reasons or service federal property. Accordingly, successful candidates must have, or be willing to obtain, a REAL ID or TSA‑approved alternative. Shift & Pay Shift: Monday – Friday, 7 AM – 4 PM Pay: $20‑$23 per hour Job Information Job Identification: 2347947 Job Category: Operators Posting Date: 06/03/2026, 08:16 PM Job Schedule: Full time Location: 31226 INTREPID ROAD, MACON, MO, 63552, US (On‑site) #J-18808-Ljbffr