About this role
Job Description
Winnebago Landfill has an immediate opening for a Laborer in Rockford, Illinois.
Our priority is to make sure we hire safe labors that care about the safety of our customers and team members. As a landfill laborer with us the minimum responsibilities are:
- Checking trucks in and out of the landfill and directing traffic at site as necessary.
- Manual labor including paper picking, keeping landfill clean and presentable.
- Perform yard work including cutting weeds.
- Install temporary wind fences as required.
- Perform general office maintenance and repairs including painting and janitorial work.
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned
- Promoting continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
- Interacting with customers and Waste Connections employees to determine safe and environmentally sound solutions to service issues.
- Other job related duties as assigned.
What we need from you:
- One year of stable employment history in a similar environment.
- Ability to work schedule in all weather conditions
- Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
What you’ll get from us:
- Competitive Compensation
- 401(K) with company match; let us help you save for your future
- Healthcare; Medical, Dental, Vision
- Perks, perks, perks! Employee Assistance Mental Health Program, Emergency Travel Assistance, Prepaid Legal Plan, Scholarship Opportunities for kids, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Relief Fund
- Insurance: Life, Short Term/Long Term Disability
Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.