Laborer-Landfill

Laborer-Landfill – City of St. Joseph

Base pay range: $33,118/yr – $33,118/yr

Department:
Public Works & Transportation / Division:
Landfill

Status:
Entry level, Full-time, Closing date:
Until filled

Picks up trash at landfill and from highways leading to landfill, cuts waste tires, recovers freon, cleans maintenance building and performs other related duties. No budgetary responsibilities.

• Picks up trash at landfill and highways leading to landfill.
• Mows grass and trims with a weed eater.
• Assists in moving fences which serve as barriers to catch blowing paper.
• Cleans shop, break room, and scales.
• Assists operators in digging out tracks on equipment.
• Directs traffic in the dump area when necessary.
• Processes waste tires.
• Performs freon recovery.

Assists mechanic with equipment maintenance and repair, and performs all other related duties as assigned.

City employees shall conduct themselves in a professional manner and extend such conduct appropriately for the circumstances to those with whom they come into contact both internally and externally during the performance of their duties. Examples of professional conduct include, but are not limited to, being communicative, informative, fair, honest, and respectful.

• Knowledge of general safety rules and equipment.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical equipment and operations.
• Ability to follow instructions and carry out assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
• A valid Operator License with possibility to obtain a Class A License.

Operates a variety of hand tools and other equipment, such as shovels, chainsaw, brush and weed control equipment. Personal vehicle use may be required at times.

Exposure to a variety of weather conditions (extreme heat, cold, wind, rain), frequent walking over uneven terrain, frequent standing, stooping, walking, bending, occasional lifting of objects weighing 50 pounds or assisting in lifting objects in excess of 50 pounds. Work environment is frequently dusty due to landfill operations. Some overnight or day travel may be required for business purposes.

High School Diploma or Equivalent Required. No experience necessary.

All applicants must pass a drug screening and criminal background check prior to employment. Any job offer made by the City is contingent upon the applicant passing the drug screening and background check.

The City of St. Joseph is a governmental entity subject to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, which requires that otherwise qualified handicapped individuals be protected from discrimination.