Utility Worker

Utility WorkerLocation: Lansing, MI. Position Type: Full-Time | Hourly Shift: M F 6:30am 5:00pm (occasional Saturday's) About Granger Waste Services Working at Granger Waste Services isn't just a career--it's a calling. Guided by the Golden Rule, we're committed to caring for our customers, our communities and each other. If you're ready to make a difference while building a rewarding career, we'd love to have you on our team. Why You'll Love Working Here Competitive hourly pay based on experience Consistent day-shift schedule with steady, local work Consistent application of the highest safety practices Generous 401(k) contribution when eligible Medical, dental, vision, life and short- and long-term disability coverage Boot voucher Paid time off Free trash service (in our area) Access to free financial and emotional health support What You'll Do Landfill Operations and Grounds Maintenance Operate the following equipment, including conducting pre- and post-trip inspections and cleaning/maintaining as appropriate: water truck, off-road truck, loader, hydro-seeder and other equipment as necessary Visit identified locations and collect and record pump data using paper forms or other technology when available Walk the Granger grounds, including the landfill and the main public road, picking up loose trash Shovel dirt as needed in the landfill area Seed and lay erosion control materials in prepared areas. Shovel snow and apply ice melting material by hand and mechanical spreader. Assist crew in plastic pipe welding and placement in trenches. Recycling Center Operate the following equipment, including conducting pre- and post-trip inspections and cleaning/maintaining as appropriate: forklift to weigh and stack bales and load semi-trailers, skid steer to manage materials, baler, conveyor belt and other equipment Operate roll-off truck to service Recycling Center and Disposal Center containers. Guide vehicles entering and exiting the Recycling Center Perform housekeeping duties in the building and outside areas Perform production duties, as directed, for the sorting and processing of recyclable materials, such as cardboard, paper, plastic, glass, tin and aluminum Perform quality control to remove potential contaminants for the smooth flow of recyclable products leading to the formation of bales Other duties as assigned What We're Looking For High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required One-year of related hydraulic equipment experience and/or training required