Yard Porter

Recycling Services of Florida • Full-time • Clearwater, Florida • 4d ago

Full-time

Description

The Yard Porter is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, organization, safety, and functionality of the facility grounds and yard operations. This role supports plant efficiency by managing trailer movement, maintaining equipment appearance, and ensuring exterior areas are clean, safe, and compliant with company standards. This is a hands-on position requiring experience operating yard equipment, forklifts, and mobile equipment.

Grounds & Facility Maintenance

Mow and maintain all grass and landscaped areas
Perform weed control (weed whipping, edging, spraying as needed)
Pick up trash and debris throughout yard and property
Clean and maintain storm drains and water runoff areas
Assist with painting projects (curbs, railings, safety markings, buildings, etc.)
Maintain organized storage areas and staging zones
Ensure exterior areas meet safety and environmental standards

Yard Operations

Operate yard spotter to move trailers safely within the yard
Stage trailers for loading/unloading operations
Move equipment as directed by management
Maintain organized traffic flow within yard
Assist with scale area cleanliness when needed

Equipment Operation & Support

Operate forklift safely and efficiently
Operate tractor for grounds maintenance and yard tasks
Wash trucks, trailers, and mobile equipment
Perform basic maintenance on front-end loaders, skid steers, and forklifts
Conduct daily equipment inspections and report deficiencies
Perform light preventative maintenance (fluid checks, greasing, cleaning, basic repairs)

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