Garbage Truck Helper - Early Start, 5 Days/Week, PTO

Interstate Waste Services, Inc.; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Interstate Waste Services, Inc. in Paterson, NJ is hiring a Garbage Truck-Collection Helper to collect and load refuse by hand. The role requires starting at 4:20am, working in a physically demanding environment, and reporting to the Operations team.

This position includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, and year-round steady work. Candidates should be reliable, punctual, and able to work as part of a safety-focused crew.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Physically able to perform demanding work including lifting 50-75+ lbs.
• Sanitation industry experience is strongly preferred.
• Must be a reliable, team-oriented worker who shows up on time.

Responsibilities

• Collect and load refuse from customer locations into a heavy-duty sanitation vehicle by hand.
• Assist the driver during collection and maneuvering into position.
• Maintain and clean the vehicle daily.
• Learn garbage routes to assist the driver more effectively.
• Attend required trainings and safety meetings.

Skills

Physical stamina

Team player

Punctuality

Job description

Interstate Waste Services, Inc. in Paterson, NJ is hiring a Garbage Truck-Collection Helper to collect and load refuse by hand. The role requires starting at 4:20am, working in a physically demanding environment, and reporting to the Operations team.

This position includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, and year-round steady work. Candidates should be reliable, punctual, and able to work as part of a safety-focused crew.