Cooks Waste Paper & Recycle is currently has an opening for a candidate that can work at our facility as a Recycle Attendant located in Brookings, SD .

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Under general supervision, maintains machines and equipment. Also will have other duties including picking up garbage, cleaning machines, and directing traffic.

• Operates various equipment for general site and other related assignments.

• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.

• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

• Works one on one with customers in a courteous professional manner.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED; at least 1 year of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified; preferred

• Willing to load and unload trucks, semi trailers and export containers.

• Required to learn and willing to operate baling machines

• WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

• Work involves almost constant exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, and/or loud noises.

• Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 to 75 + pounds.

• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.

• Knowledge of light and heavy equipment operation and maintenance.

• Ability to use hand and power tools applicable to trade

To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application at www.wasteconnections.com . Application information and additional instructions can be found once you select your position of interest.

We offer excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term & short term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future".

Waste Connections is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer (Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran)