Garbage Truck Helper: Early Start, Stable Year‑Round Work

Interstate Waste Services, Inc.; Plainfield (NJ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; 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 Plainfield, NJ is hiring a Garbage Truck-Collection Helper. The role involves collecting refuse by hand and loading it into a heavy-duty sanitation vehicle, with supervision by the Operations Manager and Route Supervisors.

A CDL is not required unless designated as a CDL Helper. The job emphasizes reliability, punctuality, and the physical stamina needed to perform daily duties.

Qualifications

• Must meet physical standards as specified.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, outdoor environment.
• Demonstrated reliability and on-time attendance.

Responsibilities

• Collect refuse by hand from customer locations and load into a heavy-duty truck.
• Assist driver with maneuvering and positioning for collection and disposal.
• Maintain cleanliness of the truck and equipment.
• Learn garbage routes and support route efficiency.
• Attend mandatory safety meetings and trainings.

Skills

Punctuality

Physical endurance

Reliability

Job description

Interstate Waste Services, Inc. in Plainfield, NJ is hiring a Garbage Truck-Collection Helper. The role involves collecting refuse by hand and loading it into a heavy-duty sanitation vehicle, with supervision by the Operations Manager and Route Supervisors.

A CDL is not required unless designated as a CDL Helper. The job emphasizes reliability, punctuality, and the physical stamina needed to perform daily duties.