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WastePro USA
Recycle Center Yard Helper
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Waste or Recycling Worker collects, recycles, processes or treats waste in a city or community. Works in a recycling plant, wastewater treatment facility, or landfill. Collects refuse from commercial and/or residential locations. Does not drive the vehicle used to collect/transport refuse.
$35,658 / year median in Florida
+13% projected growth
Job Description
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QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to perform labor work
- High School education/GED or equivalent preferred
- Ability to use a variety of hand and power tools
- Ability to follow directions and work as a team or independently
Special Considerations/Physical Work Requirements:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. 1. Physically able to push or pull independently (unassisted) 50 pounds between 2. Physically able to lift independently (unassisted) 50 pounds 3. Physically able to bend at the waist and kneesWORK ENVIRONMENT
- Normal setting for this job is outdoor Industrial process plant with heavy production equipment, rolling stock and inventory.
- Required to use motor coordination and ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- May also work in a variety of environment conditions, including wide temperature and weather variations including heat, cold, snow, rain, wind; noise and vibrations, fumes, odors and dust