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General Laborer

Reworld · Milwaukee, WI · Full time

Posted Sep 24, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you worked in tough or dirty conditions. How did you keep going?

What they are checking: Whether they can handle messy, physical field work.

Field work can mean travel and long or unplanned hours. How flexible are you?

What they are checking: Whether they can handle the unpredictable schedule of field service work.

Tell me about a time you noticed a safety hazard on a job. What did you do?

What they are checking: Whether they speak up about hazards, which matters in confined spaces and liquid transfer.

What would you do

You're loading a tanker and see a small drip at a connection. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they stop the transfer and fix the leak instead of finishing first.

A customer at a job site asks you to do something outside the job plan. How do you respond?

What they are checking: Whether they check with their lead before taking on unplanned work around hazards.

What would you do if someone in a confined space suddenly stopped responding?

What they are checking: Whether they know not to enter without proper rescue procedures, which saves lives.

About the work

This job includes confined space entry. Have you done it, and what keeps you safe in a tank or vault?

What they are checking: Whether they understand atmosphere testing, attendants and permits for confined spaces.

Walk me through how you'd inspect hoses and connections before loading bulk liquids into a tanker.

What they are checking: Whether they check for cracks, worn gaskets and proper fittings that prevent spills.

What's the difference between handling hazardous and non-hazardous waste on a cleanup job?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that hazardous waste needs extra care, labeling and PPE.

What PPE have you worn, and how do you check that it's in good shape?

What they are checking: Whether they inspect their own protective gear before each job.

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The full job description

As published by Reworld.

Who we are For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes. Our Vision Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment. Our Business Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals. Our Value Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world’s largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world. All that we’re missing is you. Apply today! About the role The General Laborer/Field Service Technician II is responsible for the clean-up and transportation of Hazardous and Non-Hazardous waste. Field Service Technician II is expected to perform various tasks including but not limited to loading and unloading tanks and tankers with bulk liquids, complete inspection of equipment, hoses and connections as well as perform confined space entry. Position Responsibilities • Operate a variety of equipment including but not limited to pressure washers, hand trucks, forklifts and power tools with minimal direct supervision in accordance with company policies and procedures as well as OSHA requirements. • Use of forklift, skid loader and specialty vacuum equipment and/or other equipment as needed perform work activities related to chemical, oil, and water spills. • Driving a commercial vehicle to pick up and transport waste to a designated location safely while meeting scheduled appointments and following all DOT regulations. • Inspects truck equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil and water. Secures cargo prior to and during transport. • Leads team on small daily confined space projects, communicating verbally and electronically with the Manager and onsite customers. • Complete documentation including manifests and driver logs. • Daily work in confined space entry, mechanics, industrial hygiene instrumentation, pneumatic, electrical tools and other tools as needed • Acts as a professional representative of Reworld while acting in an autonomous manner at a customer site. • Removes materials from tanks, pits, or trenches with hand tools. • Work in confined spaces above or below ground and on or under equipment. • Maintain a neat and clean working environment. • Perform other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications • 3+ years’ experience or has completed all Technician I Reworld training • Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record • Combination of both regional and at home daily • Must successfully complete pre-employment drug screen, physical, and background check • Complies with OSHA Health and Safety Rules and completes required training provided by Reworld. Preferred Qualifications • High School Diploma or GED Physical Demands of the Role • Ability to walk, stand, sit, and climb • Ability to lift/carry 50lbs • Ability to work from heights and in confined spaces • Qualify to wear a full-face respirator • Consistently work in various weather conditions All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities. Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills. Pay Transparency Reworld is committed to paying its staff equitably, and we strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits packages. The range below reflects Reworld’s reasonable estimate of base pay for this role based on primary posting location. It is expected that most qualified candidates in this location will fall within the posting range. The final salary offered for this role will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to: experience, education, geographic location, skills and competencies, travel requirements and/or union contracts (if applicable). Pay ranges are reviewed from time to time and may be modified in the future. The pay range for the primary location of this position is: 20.72 - 27.60 USD per hour Reworld™ provides an industry-leading benefits package that supports the whole person—and their families—through a balanced approach to mental, physical, and financial wellbeing. Regular full-time employees based in the USA have access to comprehensive medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision coverage, FSA, HSA, short- and long-term disability benefits. Our 401(k) plan is industry-leading, with an up to 7% company match. Additional benefits include Company-paid life and AD&D insurance, EAP, paid parental leave, and educational assistance. For more information regarding these offerings, please visit the Reworld Careers Benefits Page . Reworld™ reserves the right to amend, suspend or terminate any benefit plan, in whole or in part, at any time. Our DEI Commitment Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law. Know Your Rights ( Click to view poster ) If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site because of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by going to Reworldwaste.com and clicking on the ‘Contact Us’ button. Under Inquires, select ‘Careers’ in the Interest field, fill out all required fields including your message. In the message section, please note this is a ‘Job Application Accommodation Request’. Attention Staffing Agencies & Search Firms Reworld may sometimes selectively collaborate with staffing agencies and search firms (Agencies). Reworld will only consider candidates from Agencies with whom a signed agreement and a duly authorized work order (for a specific role) has been duly executed. Any unsolicited candidate submissions or candidate submissions from Agencies that do not meet these criteria, will be deemed invalid and ineligible for any fees.

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