RECYCLING LABORER 7:00 am - 3:30 pm, Monday - Friday

INTRODUCTION

• This position requires that the employee must successfully complete criminal history information background check and drug screening and be able to obtain and maintain a government security clearance
• Driving is 20% of the work and Warehouse/material handler is 80% of the work
• This position is located in the Patuxent River, MD area as an employee of Melwood.
• The core working hours are 7:00 am - 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday with a 60 minute lunch break
• This position Requires a valid drivers license with a clean driving record
• Must be able to pass DOT Physical
• Starting pay is $22.66
• The incumbent will be responsible for the daily collection, loading and unloading of recycling materials for preparation of shipment

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides collection, sorting and processing of all recyclables
• Manual/automated loading or unloading of trucks or other transportation devices
• Ensures safe conditions exist at all times in and around vehicle while in operation
• Follows State, Federal and local military base rules and regulations regarding vehicle operation and material transport
• Drives assigned route to all locations and collects, loads and unloads materials as required
• Maintains accurate, complete mileage and collection information per contract requirements
• Performs daily pre and post trip inspections of truck fluids, batteries, tires and safety equipment
• Ensures equipment safety precautions are exercised to prevent damage in the performance of collection
• Immediately reports any accidents, damage, collision, injury, etc., through the appropriate reporting process
• Ensuring that all fire and safety precautions are strictly adhered to and material handling and delivery equipment are properly utilized
• Other duties as assigned

PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS

• The incumbent must be able to stand 90% of the work time and sit 10%
• Must be able to lift/carry 50 lbs. and push/pull 50 lbs
• These requirements are necessary in order to complete contract work
• He/she must be able to climb, stoop, kneel and reach
• Must be able to speak to communicate with supervisors, staff, co-workers, etc
• Must possess good vision and hearing
• Must be able to work in extreme weather conditions of a warehouse atmosphere.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have a valid drivers license with a clean driving record
• Must be able to pass a DOT physical
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Previous experience working in the recycling field preferred
• Must be able to meet contract security requirements