General Support Laborer

The General Support I position includes primary duties of assisting with plant operation, equipment operation, and general maintenance. Responsibilities also include cleaning and material handling. Essential Functions • Primary duties include a variety of tasks assisting with the operation of the plant. • Cleaning, washing, sweeping, and shoveling material. • Perform safety and operational inspections. • Perform and inspect for preventative plant maintenance. • Assist with maintenance activities as directed. • Other duties as needed may include operating mobile equipment, operating fixed plant equipment, and assisting with various tasks throughout the facility. • Travel to other facilities may be required. • Clean plant area by shoveling or washing spilled material from under conveyors, tail pulleys, and structures; removing debris from stairs, catwalks, platforms, tunnels, etc., washing concrete pads; sweeping control houses, etc. • Perform inspections of the assigned area and document safety concerns and mechanical defects. • Unload and clean rail cars and/or barges as required (if applicable). • Maintain grounds by mowing grass, picking up litter, etc. • Perform facilities preventative maintenance and assist maintenance personnel in repairs and clean up. • Maintain good housekeeping practices on equipment. Critical Competencies • English Language Proficiency: Must be able to speak, read, and have a working knowledge of the English language. • Equipment Operation- Proficiency in operating large equipment, including understanding the controls, gauges, and indicators. Ability to manipulate equipment accurately and smoothly for various tasks. Skill in handling attachments and understanding their applications. • Adaptability: Adjusts to new conditions, challenges, or changes in the work environment; demonstrate the ability to be flexible, open-minded, and resilient when facing shifting priorities, unforeseen obstacles, or evolving situations; responds positively to change, learns new skills when necessary, and maintains high performance even in unfamiliar or uncertain circumstances. • Attention to Detail- Ability to thoroughly and accurately complete tasks, ensuring that no aspects or elements are overlooked; meticulous and precise when handling information, performing tasks, or delivering work, and is critical in ensuring the quality, accuracy, and integrity of the results. • Team Player: Actively contributes to the success of a team by working collaboratively with others, sharing responsibilities, and supporting team goals. Possess the ability to effectively communicate, listen, work harmoniously with others to achieve common objectives. Willing to help others with the ability to create a cohesive and productive work environment. • Teamwork and Collaboration- Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with others to achieve common goals; contributes positively to group efforts, sharing knowledge, and being open to others' ideas and feedback. • Work Ethic- Demonstrates commitment and dedication toward completing tasks with high standards of quality, responsibility, and diligence; demonstrates reliability, professionalism, and a strong sense of personal responsibility in fulfilling job duties. • Accountability: Takes responsibility for one’s actions, decisions, and outcomes, both individually and within a team context; reliable, dependable, and transparent, ensuring that tasks are completed on time and to a high standard.