Waste Tech

Job description:

Wastexperts is looking for a Waste Tech to drive company pick up trucks and other non-CDL vehicles and equipment. We're looking for candidates who take pride in hard work, being a team player, and making a difference in our community.

Waste Tech Driver Responsibilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following satisfactorily; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Operate company vehicles to complete scheduled daily routes.


• Practice defensive driving, adhering to all traffic laws, signals, and markings with consideration for the safety of other drivers, passengers, and pedestrians.


• Sort trash, recycling, and compostable materials on-site, adhering to established guidelines.


• Manually compact and redistribute the material in bins to optimize space and efficiency.


• Sweep and maintain trash enclosures, trash rooms, and trash chutes.


• Responsibly utilize equipment and tools to complete work assignments (such as cell phones, waste caddies, tow hitches, compactors, step ladders, etc.)


• Haul bulky items off-site, including furniture, equipment, mattresses, etc.


• Identify and safely handle hazardous materials as trained.


• Follow all safety protocols and wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE), including steel-toe, and puncture-resistant boots.


• Efficiently complete scheduled routes with attention to start and completion times.


• Document services are performed by taking before and after photos as per company procedures.


• Communicate effectively with team, management, and relevant departments to report and resolve any issues and ensure service levels and operations are meeting company standards.


• Submit all required paperwork and reports.


• Report accidents and incidents immediately to the appropriate personnel, following company procedures.


• Participate in weekly truck inspections and report any equipment issues promptly.


• Build and maintain positive relationships with property managers, maintenance teams, and residents.


• Assists with additional duties as needed.

Manage daily route assignments by:

• Noting start and completion times


• Taking before/after photos of services performed


• Communicate with relevant departments to report/resolve issues and maintain a high quality of service


• Submit appropriate paperwork as required to communicate notes and maintain route assignment

Waste Tech Shifts:

• Full Time


• Monday - Friday: 3:30AM start


• Overtime as required

Waste Tech Qualifications and Physical Requirements:

• Valid non-CDL driver's license and clean driving record (no major violations in the last 3 years or more than 2 minor violations including handheld device in the last 3 years)


• Must have two conservative years of driving in the US .


• Frequently lift items weighing 80 lbs.


• Push/maneuver dumpsters and compactors weighing in excess of 500 lbs.


• Stepping in/out of waste containers safely with the use of a ladder as well as climbing several flights of stairs


• Work independently to complete daily assignments


• Work well with others in a team environment


• Strong time management skills

We offer excellent benefits including:

• Pay $20.00/hr, Depending on Experience


• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance


• Company Paid Life Insurance


• 401K Retirement


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay


• and More!!

Criminal background check and drug screen required