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Description

Position: Helper

Location: Memphis, Tennessee (onsite)

About Greenmark Waste Solutions

Based in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, Greenmark Waste Solutions ("Greenmark") is a locally-owned solid waste and recycling collection company. Greenmark serves industrial, commercial, and construction markets across the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex and operates as Home Town Disposal in the Memphis metroplex, where we serve the residential market.

People are at the core of our business. We take care of our people, so they can in turn take care of our customers and our communities. Greenmark seeks to be a regionally integrated solid waste company that is recognized for our dependability and expertise, while maintaining authentic, hometown roots in the communities we serve.

Greenmark has a unique opportunity to build a best-in-class business from the ground up without time or capital constraints. We have the ability to focus on the things that matter most in the long-term - our people, customers, vendors, and communities. Our leadership brings extensive experience in the waste industry at the major publicly traded waste companies and leading independents. We are applying our collective knowledge and experiences to build the business the right way and are looking for team members who want to build their careers with us.

Learn more about us at: www.greenmarkwaste.com and www.htdisposal.com/

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/greenmark-waste

Position Summary

The Helper position responsible for assisting a Driver service routes by manually collecting solid waste carts / containers and transporting to the appropriate disposal sites. This position requires the Helper to operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company and regulatory standards. This is a very physical job working outside in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Ride on a garbage truck to assist Drivers servicing customers - bringing refuse bags, carts, and containers to the truck for proper disposal
• Assisting Driver with navigation on route - reading maps, diagrams and route sheets
• Safely directing Drivers when backing
• Operating packing mechanisms and levers of truck
• Assisting Drivers clean packer blades and truck body
• Operates in accordance with all company safety, OSHA (Occupational and Safety Health Act) and DOT (Department of Transportation) requirements as well as all local, state and federal requirements and company expectations for the fleet.
• Maintain a clean and safe vehicle at all times.
• Immediately reports any unsafe situations or service calls to supervisor / manager or Dispatch before attempting service.
• Participates and cooperates in all scheduled training, briefings, and meetings as required by supervisor / manager.
• Communicates customer requests or issues to Dispatch or supervisor / manager.
• Completely dumps all containers and leaves the customer's location clean and free of debris.
• Continuously monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable waste.
• Clean area around an accidental waste spill, ensuring adherence to all applicable safety standards and policies.
• Secure loads to prevent spillage or accidents during transport.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Assist with other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Role Expectations

• Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting, pulling, pushing and securing heavy loads
• Ability to repeatedly enter/exit high set truck and consistent walking to and from trash carts throughout the route
• Work independently, earn a reputation as a trusted team member who will always do the right thing, and communicate proactively.
• Be a brand ambassador for Greenmark, driving a culture of excellence and true partnership with team members and external stakeholders.

Education and Experience

Education: None required.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License with a clean driving record.
• Military experience is a plus.
• Successfully complete pre-employment drug screen, physical, and background check, which will include previous employment check, and motor vehicle record review.
• Ability to read, write, comprehend and communicate in English.
• Basic knowledge of truck components.
• Ability to work with electronic devices (i.e., tablets and computers) to perform daily assigned tasks.
• Flexibility to work varying shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Experience identifying and addressing customer needs.
• Good understanding of the waste and recycling industry.

Knowledge, Skills, and Character Traits

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong work ethic, self-directed, and results oriented.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• A healthy balance of confidence and humility, as well as grit and determination to do what needs to be done.
• Self-starter who demonstrates integrity in all actions and an ownership mentality with a strong desire to take care of what has been entrusted to them.

Benefits

Each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package, including benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short term disability, long term disability, company-matched 401K, among others. Employees also receive paid time off and holidays.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.