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Helper
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Posted on: Nov 11, 2026
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Hernando, Florida
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Salary: $15 per hour
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Onsite
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Full-time
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Job Title :
Helper
Job Type :
Full-Time
Job Location :
Hernando Florida United States
Remote :
No
Job Description :
Job Description
- Assist the Route Driver with daily waste and recycling collection routes.
- Manually or mechanically load and empty residential and commercial waste containers into the truck.
- Pull, lift, push, and position containers as needed to complete collection services.
- Operate container lifting equipment when assigned and trained.
- Assist the driver with backing maneuvers and maintaining awareness of surroundings.
- Report safety hazards, service interruptions, accidents, injuries, or property damage immediately.
- Follow all company safety procedures and collection guidelines.
- Communicate customer requests and service issues to the appropriate supervisor.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Previous waste collection or related industry experience preferred.
- Ability to perform physically demanding outdoor work.
- Must be able to safely hang onto the back of a collection truck while traveling on the route.
- Ability to lift, push, pull, bend, and handle heavy materials.
- Dependable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
- Must successfully complete the required pre-employment screening.
- Ability to lift and handle up to 70 pounds.
- Frequent pushing, pulling, bending, twisting, and lifting.
- Ability to stand, walk, and perform physical labor throughout 10–12-hour shifts.
- Ability to work outdoors in high temperatures and varying weather conditions.
- Must be physically capable of performing all assigned collection duties.
- Required: Employee must provide their own 6-inch steel-toed boots.
- Provided: Safety vest, headlamp, and safety glasses.
- Employees should bring sufficient water or Gatorade for extended outdoor work.
- Work is performed outdoors and around waste collection vehicles, with exposure to dirt, odors, noise, and extreme temperatures.
- Drug-free workplace.
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k), Retirement Plan
- Paid Holidays
- Bereavement Leave
- Personal Advancement
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Position Details
Posted:
Nov 11, 2026
Reference Number:
25ad38b4
Employment:
Full-time
Salary:
$15 per hour
City:
Hernando
Job Origin:
ziprecruiter
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