What are the responsibilities and job description for the RECYCLING LABORER 7:00 am position at Melwood?
INTRODUCTION
- This position requires that the employee must successfully complete criminal history information background check and drug screening and be able to obtain and maintain a government security clearance
- Driving is 20% of the work and Warehouse/material handler is 80% of the work
- This position is located in the Patuxent River, MD area as an employee of Melwood.
- The core working hours are 7:00 am - 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday with a 60 minute lunch break
- This position Requires a valid drivers license with a clean driving record
- Must be able to pass DOT Physical
- Starting pay is $22.98
- The incumbent will be responsible for the daily collection, loading and unloading of recycling materials for preparation of shipment
- Provides collection, sorting and processing of all recyclables
- Manual/automated loading or unloading of trucks or other transportation devices
- Ensures safe conditions exist at all times in and around vehicle while in operation
- Follows State, Federal and local military base rules and regulations regarding vehicle operation and material transport
- Drives assigned route to all locations and collects, loads and unloads materials as required
- Maintains accurate, complete mileage and collection information per contract requirements
- Performs daily pre and post trip inspections of truck fluids, batteries, tires and safety equipment
- Ensures equipment safety precautions are exercised to prevent damage in the performance of collection
- Immediately reports any accidents, damage, collision, injury, etc., through the appropriate reporting process
- Ensuring that all fire and safety precautions are strictly adhered to and material handling and delivery equipment are properly utilized
- Other duties as assigned
- The incumbent must be able to stand 90% of the work time and sit 10%
- Must be able to lift/carry 50 lbs. and push/pull 50 lbs
- These requirements are necessary in order to complete contract work
- He/she must be able to climb, stoop, kneel and reach
- Must be able to speak to communicate with supervisors, staff, co-workers, etc
- Must possess good vision and hearing
- Must be able to work in extreme weather conditions of a warehouse atmosphere.
- Must have a valid drivers license with a clean driving record
- Must be able to pass a DOT physical
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Previous experience working in the recycling field preferred
- Must be able to meet contract security requirements
Salary : $23
