Laborer / Utility Worker

Company overview

Harsco Environmental serves the global steel and metals sector with onsite mill services and resource recovery solutions. Its work focuses on sustainable processing methods that reduce waste, recover valuable materials for reuse, and support a range of by-products used in industrial, construction, and agricultural applications.

Role summary

This full-time onsite position is suited to someone seeking growth opportunities, values safe work practices, and is comfortable handling a wide mix of labour tasks that support site operations and customer needs. The role pays $22.67 per hour.

What you will do

Day-to-day work may include manual cleaning and support tasks as well as operating site equipment. Typical duties can involve shovelling, pressure washing large off-road equipment, running machinery such as a rock truck or skid steer, cutting scrap with a torch, and operating rail switches.

Work schedule and environment

The job may involve rotating shifts and can fall on any day of the week, including weekends and public holidays. You must also be prepared to work outdoors and in difficult weather conditions within a steel-mill-style environment.

Required checks and conditions

A valid driver's licence is required. Candidates must be able to complete drug and alcohol screening as well as a background check.

Qualifications

Applicants should be physically capable of lifting up to 50 pounds and able to maintain a minimum 40-hour workweek. The role also requires the ability to use a hand torch, drive off-road trucks, operate a professional-grade pressure washer, or switch railroad tracks. You must be willing to wear all required PPE and follow safety instructions consistently. Reliability in keeping the scheduled shifts, including weekends and holidays, is essential.

Benefits

The employer provides a competitive benefits package that includes options for health, prescription, dental, and vision coverage, group term life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability, and a 401(k) with company match, along with additional optional benefits for employees and dependents.

Equal opportunity notice

Harsco Environmental is an equal opportunity employer and keeps all information confidential in line with EEO guidelines.

Disclaimer

This description reflects the general nature and level of work expected for the role. It is not a complete list of every duty, responsibility, or qualification that may apply.