Service Technician (Laborer)

Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Red River Waste Solutions is an environmental services company that provides waste management solutions for the communities we serve. As a company that serves many communities throughout the United States, we are looking to add another team member to the RRWS family.

                As a Service Technician (Laborer) with Red River Waste Solutions, you will be responsible for providing safe, courteous, and complete waste/recycle collection services by assisting Drivers on an assigned route(s) collecting and hauling waste/recycled materials to a landfill, transfer station, or recycle plant. This position is one of the most physically demanding jobs because you will be routinely required to exert physical labor (such as lifting, pushing, and pulling trash receptacles weighing up to approximately 75 lbs. (pounds) from the ground multiple times throughout the workday). Service Techs can/will be exposed to extreme weather conditions and unpleasant odors and sights. The hours and physical demands may vary by route/area.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Safely perform job duties in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies.
• Operate a packing mechanism and various lever/handles on a truck to activate the lifting/loading mechanism.
• Provide waste or recycling collection services to customers on an assigned route(s) by emptying trash/recycling carts/containers into trucks.
• Replace trash/recycling carts/containers neatly at the curb or designated area.
• Safely assist Driver in backing up the truck by directing the Driver from outside the truck.
• May assist in unloading or cleaning truck.
• Clean up waste spills and overflows.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to perform physical requirements of the job (prolonged physical exertions, including repetitive lifting, pushing, pulling, and climbing).
• General knowledge of the mechanics of trucks.
• Ability to work overtime and/or holidays.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Additional skills may be required to perform additional task(s) specific to work location, department, or line of business.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be eligible to work in the United States.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must complete the pre-employment screening.
• Must be able to read and speak the English language well enough to communicate, understand, and respond to questions, directions, traffic signs, signals, and safety training.

COMPENSATION PACKAGE:

• Competitive Wage
• Low-cost Medical insurance with Dental and Vision plans covered 100% for employee.
• 401k – Full-Time employment after 6 months- RRWS will match .50 cents on the dollar up to 6%.
• PTO after 1 year of Employment.
• $150 Red Wing Boot Voucher after 90 days of Employment.
• Quarterly uniforms and RRWS gear.
• Paid Holidays.
• Discretionary Bonus Program.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature, complexity, and level of work to be performed by employees assigned to this position and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and/or skills required. It does not prescribe or restrict the work that may be assigned. Furthermore, this does not establish a contract for employment and is subject to change at the discretion of the company.

Red River Waste Solutions provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.