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Yard Laborer

Interstate Waste Services, Inc.
Danbury, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 9/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/16/2026
Interstate Waste Services is the most progressive and innovative provider of solid waste and recycling services in the greater New York, New Jersey and Connecticut markets with a rail-served landfill in Ohio ! IWS is committed to delivering high-quality waste, recycling and environmental services, while prioritizing the safety of our employees, customers and communities. We cater to a diverse range of industrial, medical and commercial/residential customers.

Founded in 1998, IWS has grown over the years through acquisitions, many of which were family-owned businesses that remain a part of our team today. We’re proud to combine the resources of a large company with the values and care of a family-run business.

Essential Job Summary

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

Include the following. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned.

  • General construction activities such as shoveling, lifting, pulling.
  • Perform traffic control such as guiding vehicles and equipment to appropriate areas, placing signs and cones for vehicle direction.
  • Effective communication with drivers, employees, and management via handheld radios and CBs
  • Perform site clean-up.
  • Clean up of vehicles and equipment as needed.
  • Driving employees to their workstations as needed
  • Fuel vehicles and equipment.
  • Set-up/ secure wind fences and landfill coverings
  • Follow OSHA safety standards and wear required PPE.
  • Perform other duties assigned by manager as necessary.

Requirements And Qualifications

Requirements and Qualifications:

  • Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and legally eligible to work in the United States
  • 1 year of relevant labor experience is preferred.
  • Able to work in an outdoor environment on a constant basis while being exposed to variable weather conditions, temperatures, chemicals, dust, fumes, smells, and loud noises.
  • Must be able to lift/push/pull at least 50 pounds.
  • Experience operating equipment is a plus.

Additional Information

We believe in providing the training and development you need to grow your career with IWS. Many of our Supervisors, Managers, and other leadership staff, started their careers as Helpers, Drivers, or Dispatchers. IWS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

Salary Range Minimum

USD $17.50/Hr.

Salary Range Maximum

USD $17.50/Hr.

Salary : $18

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