Field Laborer

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We work hard to make a difference. We want you to make a difference too!

We are seeking a full time Field Laborer for the Wastewater division in Sanford, Florida. This position is responsible for removing sand and grit from wastewater treatment tanks.

Competence & Qualifications:

• 0-2 years’ experience preferred but not required, in outside labor or construction industry.
• Confined space, OSHA 10 & crane signaling training/certification will be supplied by Hydro International.
• Mechanical experience is a plus.

Physical & Other Requirements:

• Domestic travel Monday – Friday (typically home on weekends).
• Clean and valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and smelly dirty conditions.
• Frequently required to use personal protective equipment such as safety toe boots, gloves, hardhats, and safety glasses.
• Ability to bend, kneel or crouch down, and climb stairs or ladders etc.
• US citizenship or ability to work in the US.

Skills & Attributes:

• General knowledge of maintenance and cleaning tasks

• Ability to follow direction and learn new skills
• Ability to work in a team environment and follow directions
• Able to perform duties effectively in or out of confined spaces

Key Duties:

• Wastewater Tank Cleaning: In and Out of service
• Perform work duties in relation to direct instructions from the Field Supervisor, which may include shoveling or pulling buckets with ropes.
• All personal PPE is required to be worn on all job sites: Safety toe boots, Safety vests, hard hats, and safety glasses.
• Be on time in the mornings, look presentable & professional at the start of each day, be self-motivated and be focused on the job at hand, most of all be a team player with your crew.
• Perform minor repairs and routine maintenance on all equipment.
• Maintains a clean job site: picks up all tools and equipment and secures job site each day to eliminate potential hazards.
• Work closely with management and co-workers to ensure a professional and seamless service to our customers.
• Follow Hydro’s internal control and ISO quality control procedures and work in accordance with all relevant company policies.
• To perform duties in accordance with all relevant legislation in particular the Health and Safety at Work Act.
• To apply requirements of BS EN ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 as appropriate within the areas of responsibility.
• Other duties which the company may reasonably require the individual to undertake.

Compensation and Benefits: Hydro offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including: health, dental and vision coverage; term life insurance; AD&D and short and long-term disability coverage; FSA; 401(k) with employer match; paid vacation; paid sick leave; paid holidays and bonus plan.

Equal Employment Opportunity