What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tire Recycling Warehouse and Yard Worker position at K & S Tire Recycling, Inc.?
Job Overview
Join our dynamic team as a Tire Recycling Warehouse and Yard Worker, where you'll play a vital role in promoting environmental sustainability through responsible tire and recyclable materials handling. This energetic position involves operating heavy equipment, managing waste and recycling materials, and maintaining a safe, organized outdoor work environment. Your efforts will contribute to reducing landfill waste while ensuring efficient operations at our recycling facility. We are committed to providing a positive work atmosphere that values safety, teamwork, and environmental stewardship.
Responsibilities
- Operate material handling equipment such as loaders, forklifts, front loader trucks, roll-off trucks, and excavators to move tires and recyclable materials efficiently within the yard.
- Manage tire and recyclable waste collection, sorting, and storage in compliance with environmental regulations and safety standards.
- Conduct routine inspections of heavy equipment to ensure proper functioning and safety adherence.
- Assist with landfill management activities, including waste segregation and disposal processes.
- Maintain cleanliness of the work area by performing regular sanitation and debris removal tasks.
- Follow all safety protocols, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), especially when handling hazardous materials or working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Support environmental compliance efforts by adhering to hazardous materials regulations and recycling best practices.
Skills
- Proven experience operating heavy machinery such as loaders, excavators, forklifts, front loader trucks, or roll-off trucks.
- Mechanical knowledge to perform basic maintenance checks on equipment.
- Strong understanding of recyclable materials handling, solid waste management, and landfill operations.
- Ability to perform heavy lifting safely and efficiently in outdoor environments.
- Knowledge of safety regulations related to hazardous materials and general workplace safety protocols.
- Excellent material handling skills with an emphasis on safety and efficiency.
- Experience working outdoors in various weather conditions with a focus on sanitation and environmental compliance.
Join us in making a difference by supporting sustainable waste management practices! We value energetic individuals who are dedicated to safety, environmental responsibility, and teamwork. This is a paid position that offers an engaging opportunity to develop your skills while contributing positively to our community’s ecological footprint.
Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $18