Laborer at Envirocon, Inc. in Bellingham, Washington

Job Description:

The Laborer performs various general labor tasks associated with dirt construction. The Laborer is expected to use their experience and judgment to make decisions within their limits of authority.

• Must have previous experience operating a forklift in an industrial construction/demolition zone.
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  Must have previous experience operating a chainsaw.
• Ability to deal effectively and tactfully with a wide variety of individuals in person, via telephone, two-way radio and in writing.
• Have a strong work ethic.
• Must be able to read and comprehend safety plans, rules, maintenance instructions, training manuals, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), warning tags, traffic signs and procedure manuals.
• Must be physically able to perform job tasks.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license, if assigned to operate any Envirocon vehicles, and must meet the company's vehicle insurance requirements.
• Must be able to pass all required training,i.e. HAZWOPER.

• Truck Driver, Equipment Operator, Foreman

• Read and interpret site-specific Safety Plan at each site; may be amended daily.
• Perform various manual duties, assembling fences; operate manual and mechanical clearing equipment, fill and place sandbags, place tarps on trucks or over storage cells/areas, etc.
• Assist excavation and/or hand excavation of contaminated soils.
• Work in areas of uneven terrain.
• Work outdoors in hot and cold environments.
• Wear and work in different types of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Climbing/stooping while wearing PPE.
• Read and comprehend container labels prior to touching or opening.
• Read Safety Data Sheets (SDS) that accompany all new and existing chemicals brought to or used at the hazardous waste site.
• Read manifests or waste stream labels on containers to avoid missing unlike waste streams shipped off site.
• Ability to demonstrate common sense understanding and carrying out detailed written and oral instructions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.