Garbage Collector

Shift: M-F 8:45AM to 6:15PM

Note:

This position is very hard labor, and there can be an unpleasant odor as the team is working with and disposing of medical waste.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Unload waste from incoming vehicles. Separates non-autoclavable waste to be incinerated.
Stage waste on conveyor system or properly stack waste for scanning in the Biotrack system.
Scan waste into the Biotrack system for proper recordkeeping purposes.
Load autoclave bins or incinerator hopper with waste for processing.
Place re-usable containers on tub wash line for decontamination.
Operates tub wash unit insuring the wash unit is operating properly. Removes clean tubs from wash unit, inspects tubs and stacks for loading onto assigned vehicle for re-use.
Operates tub wash sprayer for oversized reusable tubs insuring the unit is operating properly. Inspects tubs and stacks for loading onto assigned vehicle for re-use.
Decontaminates vehicles cargo-carrying portion, reloads assigned re-usable tubs and insures cargo-carrying portion of vehicle does not have free liquid on the floor. Informs plant supervisor the vehicle is ready to be moved from dock area.
Insures housekeeping issues, e.g., spills cleaned up, floor is dry, and debris not on floor, etc., are addressed immediately.
Assists in other areas of the plant operation as directed.

Education and Experience:
One year related experience or training or combination of experience and training, demonstrating strong communication skills and tact.
Position requires extensive lifting, walking, bending, and pushing. Must be able to lift up to 55 pounds and push and/or pull carts weighing as much as 500 pounds.
Demonstrates knowledge of barcode scanning and basic computer skills.
Demonstrates knowledge of Hazardous Materials and OSHA Regulations.

Desired but not required:
Demonstrates the ability to operate a powered industrial truck, e.g., forklift.

Additional specifics about job requirements, project, etc.: Safety shoes required

Job Type: Contract

Salary: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Eagan, MN: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• This position is very hard labor, and there can be an unpleasant odor as the team is working with and disposing of medical waste?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: In person