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The Amlon Group
Operator
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.
$37,647 / year median in Texas
+18% projected growth
Job Description
Operator The Amlon Group - 2.8 Longview, TX Job Details Full-time $16 - $18 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Professional development assistance Opportunities for advancement Life insurance Referral program Pet insurance Qualifications Computer operation Maintaining an organized workspace Manufacturing facilities cleaning Outdoor work experience Forklift Personal protective equipment (PPE) adherence High school diploma or GED Data entry Safety equipment Industrial equipment Technical troubleshooting support Safety standard operating procedures Machine minor repairs Facilities routine maintenance Full Job Description The Amlon Longview facility, as an RCRA Part B Treatment, Storage, and Disposal Facility (TSDF), specializes in recycling services for businesses generating liquid waste and metal-containing industrial solid waste, including hazardous materials. Requirements Monitor and operate plant equipment - including start-ups and shut-downs, TDU machinery. Ability to operate light equipment. Trouble shoot operational problems Perform minor maintenance on equipment and/or work with Maintenance personnel on major repairs Understand and follow written or verbal instructions and procedures Use computers to: Access procedures and other information, Access and complete required training, Input/retrieve data Follow all safety, environmental, and company rules and policies Wear personal protective equipment as required (may include: safety glasses, fire retardant coveralls, safety boots, hard hats, face shields, etc.) Perform housekeeping tasks necessary to maintain plant and equipment in a neat, orderly condition Be dependable (report to work when scheduled, be on time for work) Be available for overtime. Rotating shift work- 14- 12 hour shifts, Off 7. Show initiative (make good use of time and resources) Work in a team environment Physical requirements Working indoors and outdoors (in all weather conditions), Standing, walking, climbing stairs and ladders Working at heights Working in confined spaces (as needed) Working 12-hour rotating shifts (days and nights) Lifting and moving loads of various weights Training Requirements (after reporting to work): Maintain current status on all procedural and safety training Equipment operation as process changes are made