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Operations Laborer

Republic Services
Long Beach, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 15 Apr 2026

About the role

POSITION SUMMARY:  The Operations Laborer is responsible for safely and efficiently performing general labor duties at a hauling company, transfer station, recycling center or landfill. Responsibilities may include such things as yard clean-up, fueling vehicles and equipment, general vehicle operation, general office maintenance and other related duties.

PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Safely and efficiently perform assigned responsibilities to include such duties as:

  • Clean up work areas;
  • Fuel vehicles and equipment;
  • Clean track on track type and related equipment;
  • Perform yard work, including mowing and paper pick up;
  • Operate general site vehicles and equipment, such as water trucks, pick up trucks, sweepers, mowers, trimming equipment, etc.;
  • Perform general office maintenance and repairs, including painting and janitorial work;
  • Install temporary wind fences, as required;
  • Direct traffic at the site as necessary; and
  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

  • Knowledge of landscaping and skilled using landscaping equipment. 
  • Skilled using hand and shop tools, and instruments. 
  • Demonstrates, accuracy, thoroughness, and attention to detail.
  • Must be able to prioritize, stay focused and handle multiple, diverse responsibilities.  

Aside from the above, this position primarily acts as an “Environmental Services Technician” supporting field and marine industrial cleaning and emergency response clean-up on land and water. Pay is $41.17

If you are not a member of ILWU – Ships Scalers & Painters Union Local 56, you must apply directly with the Union at:

ILWU Local 56

316 W. 7th Street

San Pedro, CA 90731

Antonio Andrade, Dispatching Sprvr.

(310) 628-5502

Ilwulocal56dispatcher@gmail.com

Website:  https://www.ilwulocal56.org/

Bonus Plan Details (if applicable):

Rewarding Compensation and Benefits

Eligible employees can elect to participate in:
• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts. 
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• 401(k) plan with a generous company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Benefits https://jobs.republicservices.com/us/en/about-us/benefits

The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified.  Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.

EEO STATEMENT:Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

 

 

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is a leader in the environmental services industry. We provide customers with the most complete set of products and services, including recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste and field services. Our industry-leading commitments to advance circularity and support decarbonization are helping deliver on our vision to partner with customers to create a more sustainable world.

In 2023, Republic’s total company revenue was $14.9 billion, and adjusted EBITDA was $4.4 billion. We serve 13 million customers and operate more than 1,000 locations, including collection and transfer stations, recycling and polymer centers, treatment facilities, and landfills.

Although we operate across North America, the collection, recycling, treatment, or disposal of materials is a local business, and the dynamics and opportunities diff

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