Helper

Liberty Tire Recycling • Full-time • Des Moines, Iowa • 1d ago

About Us:

Liberty Tire Recycling is a high-growth company and the premier provider of tire recycling services in North America with operations throughout the United States and Canada. Liberty Tire annually transforms more than 210 million tires into raw materials for smart, sustainable products that improve our environment and people’s lives. The Company is private equity owned, has approximately 60 sites in the US and Canada, and nearly 4,000 employees. With innovative tools, technologies and processes, Liberty Tire is a revolutionary American conservation enterprise – from coast to coast, and from whole tire to end products. The company’s commitment to finding new and better ways to RECLAIM, RECYCLE and REUSE bridges the sustainability goals of scrap tire generators nationwide with those of local scrap rubber consumers.

Job Summary:

Liberty Tire Recycling is looking for a Driver Helper. As a helper, you will be going out to main stores to pick up their used tires. You will be going out with a Route Driver, a team of 2. Both of you are responsible for manually loading and stacking these used tires onto the back of the trucks. Each tire can weigh up to 50lbs.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist Route Driver in picking up used tires from retail locations.
Manually load and stack tires onto the truck, ensuring proper organization and safety.
Perform heavy lifting, as each tire can weigh up to 50 lbs.
Ensure adherence to company safety protocols during the loading and unloading process.
Assist with truck inspections and ensure that the loading area remains clear and safe.
Communicate effectively with store personnel and Route Driver to ensure timely pickups.
Follow established routes and schedules for tire collection.
Help maintain a clean and organized work environment, including the truck bed.
Provide support to the Route Driver in navigating to locations, ensuring timely service.

Skills and Abilities:

Physical stamina: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform manual labor for extended periods.
Teamwork: Strong collaboration skills to work effectively with the Route Driver.
Safety awareness: Understanding of and commitment to following safety procedures.
Punctuality: Dependability to show up on time and ready to work.
Communication: Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with customers and co-workers.
Attention to detail: Ensure accurate and safe tire loading and securement.

Education and Experience:

Prior experience in the tire recycling or manufacturing industry is a plus.

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

EEO Statement:

Liberty Tire Recycling is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, 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.