Debris Monitor

We are preparing to hire debris monitors throughout southwestern Tennessee to aid in the cleanup of damage caused by Winter Storm Fern.

The schedule for this position will be 7 days/week, 12 hours/day. Paychecks will be issued bi-weekly.

Exact location(s) and pay rate will be determined as the storm damage is assessed.

This is a temporary assignment. No experience is required, training will be provided to you.

What you’ll be doing:

• Report to assigned staging area
• Receive your materials/supplies/equipment/information
• Attend safety & operations meeting
• Monitor and observe all loading activities
• Make sure Contractors pick up all eligible storm-related debris
• Observe surroundings for possible hazards
• Fill out Load Tickets completely and accurately
• Record any damages caused by a Contractor

What you need to have:

• Valid driver’s license (not suspended), MVR must be cleared before you can begin work
• Cell phone to be contacted throughout assignment
• Reliable transportation for driving to various locations
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Basic math skills – measurements (weight, volume, and distance)
• Attention to detail
• Ability to speak and read English fluently
• Ability to use handheld electronic devices (digital camera, GPS unit) with minimal oversight
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines.
• Valid driver’s license.
• A satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR).

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 30lbs at times
• Prolonged periods of standing and walking, slippery conditions due to walking on riverbanks
• Ability to work 10 to 14-hour days up to 7 days a week
• Be able to climb staircases and ladders at least 10 feet
• Be able to work outdoors in all types of weather as required
• Ability to withstand constant exposure to outside elements
• Able to work while wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Applying for this position, you understand the physical requirements and are capable of performing these duties and requirements.

The words from our Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture best how you can make an impact while working for Volkert.

“For a century, Volkert has done meaningful work that improves our infrastructure and quality of life throughout our communities. We are proud of our one-hundred-year legacy and humbled by the opportunities ahead of us as we look forward to our next century of service. With our commitment to employee ownership and sustainable growth, you can build a career here that really makes a difference.”

– Thomas A. Hand, PE, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer

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