Lead Yard Laborer

The Laborer Lead is responsible for performing a variety of duties including identifying / sorting ferrous or nonferrous materials, light maintenance or clean up.

Duties and responsibilities

• Clean recycling yard by sweeping, raking, picking up broken glass and loose paper debris, or moving barrels and bins.
• Operate necessary mobile equipment (sweeper, skid steer, and UTV) to complete duties and responsibilities
• Perform weed-eating tasks around the yard as seasonal need dictates
• Extract chemicals from discarded appliances, such as air conditioners or refrigerators, using specialized machinery, such as refrigerant recovery equipment.
• Daily water / Gatorade distribution & refills for yard employees
• Assist with some Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Tasks.
• Inspect storm drains & outfalls.
• Install & replace storm drain inlet filters as needed.
• Clean-up small oil spills around the yard. (Putting Oil Dri mix on oil spots / spills, then cleaning up and disposing of the mix).
• Restocking Emergency Spill Kits around the yard.
• Placing Oil Drip Pads under equipment with leaks and replacing them as needed.
• Power washing equipment and boxes.
• Power washing porta-potty's and handwash stations around the yard
• Emptying and refilling handwash stations as necessary
• Ensure a clean, safe and orderly workplace; clean and prepare sites by removing debris and possible hazards
• Housekeeping around both shredders to include clearing debris off and around conveyors & all walking / working surfaces regularly.
• Properly follow company and OSHA safety procedures.
• Follow instructions from Yard Supervisors
• Adhere to operating and health and safety protocols
• All other duties as assigned

Requirements