Job Code: 53-7062.04 Salary: $15.63 - $22.14
Status: Full-time, Non-exempt, Temporary (June – July) Department: ENV - Solid Waste
Location: Transfer Station Reports To: Operation Supervisor
Telecommute: No Fleet: Yes
Summary: The Laborers work for the SRMT Environment Division under the direct supervision of the Operation Supervisor. The Laborers will perform manual labor consisting of collecting, sorting, and processing solid wastes and recyclables.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:
- Exhibit a friendly and courteous manner when dealing with customers, clients, vendors and fellow employees.
- Communicate in a polite manner and provide information as needed.
- Collect solid waste and recyclable materials placed roadside from the Southern portion of Akwesasne.
- Visually screen materials for unusual or prohibited wastes and collect solid waste and recyclable materials using the Tribe’s collection vehicles bring to the Tribe’s solid waste transfer station.
- Inspect, sort, and place into proper storage areas at the Tribe’s transfer station.
- Clean and inspect equipment on daily basis and inform the Supervisor of any required maintenance that may be required.
- Track daily events and keep logs pertaining to significant events including, but not limited to: maintenance; damage & accidents; waste screening; and discovered unacceptable wastes.
- Follow policies and procedures of the Transfer Station Operations.
- Direct traffic flow at the transfer station ensuring the safety of the customers and workers.
- Assist Solid Waste Program staff with other duties as necessary.
Supervisory Responsibilities: There are no supervisor requirements for this position.
Qualification Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. CPR/First Aid certification is an asset but is not required.
Education and/or Experience:
- High school diploma or GED
Other Skills and Abilities: Strong oral communication skills required. Work in a team environment. Must be able to lift 50 pounds. Knowledge of hazardous materials is a plus
Reasoning Ability:
Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license in accordance with the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe’s Fleet Policy.
The successful candidate must pass a drug test prior to employment.
Applicants must submit letter of interest, resume, and supporting documents (certificates, degrees, licenses). Applicants that are eligible for native preference must include Tribal Identification Card, Status Card or letter to be eligible for Native Preference. All submissions can be emailed to human.resources@srmt-nsn.gov or by mail to Human Resources, Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe, 71 Margaret Terrance Memorial Way, Akwesasne, NY 13655. Due to our network security, we are unable to open hyperlinks. Applicants will need to attach their documents as a PDF or WORD files if emailing. Applicants must clearly outline that they meet the qualification requirements on their resume.
NATIVE PREFERENCE POLICY
The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe strives to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to the policy of nondiscrimination based on race, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, physical disability, veteran status or any other non-job-related factor. Among qualified applicants, the SRMT will give preference to the qualified native applicant.
DRUG TESTING POLICY
All positions require the successful candidate to pass a drug test for illegal substances prior to employment being confirmed.
BACKGROUND CHECK
Some positions require candidate(s) to successfully pass a criminal background check prior to beginning employment, used solely for employment related purposes. Depending on the position there maybe multiple background checks.
INTERVIEW
Testing in the applicable skills may be required as part of the interview process.
EMPLOYEE COVID VACCINATION POLICY
Effective July 3, 2023, the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe no longer requires the COVID-19 Vaccination for any positions within the organization, to include Health Services.