Walk Laborer ORD Airport

The Walk Laborer works with a team to keep high foot-traffic areas on the airfield safe and clear of ice/snow to allow continued airport operations. This includes keeping airport sidewalks and gate areas sage and clear of snow and ice.  They will perform tasks that involve manual labor related to snow removal, such as shoveling, using a snowblower and spreading snow-melting chemicals. This work will be performed outdoors in winter weather and requires steady effort, dependability and communications with supervisors and crews. Rest breaks, snacks and warming opportunities during shifts will be provided.

Walk Laborer Essential Duties and Responsibilities  

• Shovel snow and/or operate snowblower to remove snow in designated areas
• Load and unload bags of salt into spreader or bucket
• Apply snow/ice management chemicals with a push spreader or manually
• Accurately and promptly follow directions from supervisor

Walk Laborer Requirements Skills/ Experience

• Able to work 4-8 hours of physical labor outside. May involve longer shifts for heavier snowstorms if desired
• Transportation to and from Franklin Park office required
• Need to have a cell phone for clocking in, clocking out and communication with supervisor
• On-Call availability from October 15^th to April 30^th, must be willing and able to work long hours, weekends and holidays 
• Required to walk, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, lift, grasp, carry, push and pull
• Must be able to shovel snow for extended periods of time
• Must be able to lift and/or move 50 pounds plus
• Must provide own outdoor footwear (boots), clothing, gloves and head covering appropriate for outside conditions.  
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

Additional Information

• Opportunity to transition into supervisor or salt driver positions 

Outworx Group and its family of companies is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals, including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. 

This organization participates in E-Verify. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS at 888-897-7781 or www.dhs.go/E-Verify