Campus Recycling Technician - Outdoor, Hands-On Role

The University of New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Part time

Job summary

The University of New Mexico Recycling Services is seeking a Student Recycling Tech to join the Facility Services team. In this hands-on role, you will help sort materials, operate recycling equipment, and support daily operations to promote sustainability on campus.

You’ll work outdoors in varying weather, lift up to 50 lbs, and collaborate with full-time RY technicians to collect data and report findings. If you value a physically active role and environmental stewardship, apply today.

Qualifications

• Dependability: shows up on time and follows through.
• Attitude: adaptable, team‑oriented in a dynamic environment.
• Physical Strength: capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and performing physical work.
• Communication Skills: updates handwritten reports and assists visitors.

Responsibilities

• General Maintenance: assist with daily maintenance and cleaning of the materials management facility.
• Material Sorting: monitor and adjust flow of recyclable materials.
• Equipment Operation: operate balers, forklifts, trucks as needed.
• Hazardous Material Disposal: manage and report hazardous materials.
• Recycling Collection: collect recyclables across campus per procedures.

Skills

Dependability

Attitude

Physical Strength

Communication Skills

Education

Academic registration requirements

Job description

The University of New Mexico Recycling Services is seeking a Student Recycling Tech to join the Facility Services team. In this hands-on role, you will help sort materials, operate recycling equipment, and support daily operations to promote sustainability on campus.

You’ll work outdoors in varying weather, lift up to 50 lbs, and collaborate with full-time RY technicians to collect data and report findings. If you value a physically active role and environmental stewardship, apply today.