Landfill Laborer

About the job

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.