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Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location Des moines, Iowa

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General Purpose • Under general supervision, performs routine and frequent manual and heavy labor tasks to properly consolidate, treat, store, pack, transport and dispose of waste in accordance with environmentally responsible and cost-effective practices and policies, practices and procedures. Job requires maintenance of records, accuracy and attention to detail, the ability to follow instruction and to work independently once proper training provided. Primary Responsibilities (Essential Functions): • Segregate and package material for transport along with completion of required paperwork in accordance with appropriate regulations and Customer/ policies, practices, and procedures. • May assist in maintaining inventory and storage of hazardous materials in accordance with appropriate regulations and policies, practices, and procedures. • Follow all Health & Safety/Job Safety Analysis (JSA's) procedures as outlined in procedures and policies. • Operate fork trucks and other heavy equipment when properly trained to assist in the movement of containers to storage, treatment, and/or loading/unloading of trucks and/or trailers. • Complete paperwork legibly, accurately, and in a timely manner. • Utilize waste inventory tracking system (Opti Track) in managing workflow • Performs other reasonably related tasks as assigned by management. Basic Qualifications: • Be at least 18 years of age • Have a HS Diploma or GED • Ability to observe safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; • Reports potentially unsafe conditions; • Uses equipment and materials properly. • One year of experience as a general laborer. • Has the ability to read, write and speak in English. Physical and Mental Demands • Position requires extensive lifting, walking, bending, and pushing. • Must be able to lift up to 55 pounds and push and/or pull carts weighing as much as 500 pounds. • The worker is subject to both environmental conditions. Activities occur inside and outside. • The worker is subject to hazards. Includes a variety of physical conditions such as proximity to • Moving vehicles, electrical current, and exposure to chemicals. • Use of company-provided personal protective equipment is required.