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Residential Helper - WASTE PRO USA!! Fort Pierce, FL
Join Our Team and Keep Fort Pierce Clean!
Waste Pro is looking for hardworking, safety-focused individuals to join our team as Waste Collection Helpers. In this role, you’ll work side-by-side with a driver to keep neighborhoods clean, safe, and running smoothly. If you enjoy working outdoors, staying active, and being part of a team that makes a difference every day, this is the job for you.
What You’ll Do
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Collect residential and commercial waste, recycling, and yard debris along assigned routes
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Lift, carry, and load trash bags, containers, and bulk items into a rear-load garbage truck
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Operate the truck’s packing mechanism to safely compact waste
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Ride on and off the rear step of the truck throughout the route
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Assist the driver with safe backing by acting as a spotter
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Clean up spills and ensure all waste is properly collected and disposed of
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Return containers neatly to their proper location after service
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Help maintain a clean truck by washing and clearing debris at the end of shifts
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Provide friendly, professional service to residents and customers
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Answer basic questions and direct customers to the appropriate resources when needed
Safety & Teamwork Matter
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Follow all company safety policies, including OSHA and ANSI standards
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Report safety concerns or customer issues immediately
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Work closely with your driver and team to complete routes efficiently
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Be ready to assist on other routes or during emergency situations when needed
What We’re Looking For
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Ability to perform physically demanding work in all weather conditions
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Strong work ethic and positive attitude
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Commitment to safety and customer service
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Team player who communicates clearly and follows direction
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Willingness to learn and participate in company training programs
Work Environment
This is an outdoor, physically active role. You’ll work in varying weather conditions such as heat, cold, rain, and wind, and be exposed to noise, dust, and odors typical of waste collection.
Why Waste Pro?
- Hourly Pay (no delays on your first check!)
- Career Growth Opportunities within the division
- Ongoing Education and Safety Training
- Free Group Term Life Insurance
- BCBS Medical Insurance
- Dental, Vision, and Other Supplemental Insurances
- Retirement - 401k Plan with an excellent company match!
- Vacation, Holiday & Sick Time
- $5,000 Helper Safety Performance Bonus
- Uniforms, PPE, Coolers, and Ice Provided
Apply today and help keep Fort Pierce clean and beautiful!
Qualifications:
What You Bring
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Commitment to following safe work practices at all times
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Strong teamwork skills and a willingness to support your crew
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Positive attitude with a focus on delivering great customer service
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Basic reading and writing skills to understand routes, instructions, and daily reports
Physical Requirements
This is a highly active, physically demanding role. Candidates should be comfortable with:
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Repeatedly lifting and moving up to 50 lbs throughout the day
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Pushing and pulling loaded containers frequently during shifts
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Getting on and off the truck multiple times per route
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Bending, lifting, and performing repetitive motions consistently
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Working 8–12 hour shifts outdoors in all weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, etc.)
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Riding safely on the exterior step of the truck in designated low-speed areas
Additional Information
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.