Garbage Truck Helper - Early Start, Weekdays + PTO

Interstate Waste Services; Rockaway (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Interstate Waste Services in Rockaway, NJ is hiring garbage truck-collection helpers to load refuse by hand into heavy‑duty sanitation vehicles. The role reports to the Operations Manager and requires a strong work ethic, punctuality, and teamwork.

This position offers an early start at 4:00 am, year‑round steady work, and a benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and paid time off. Applicants must be at least 18 and legally eligible to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• Must meet physical standards as described; able to lift 50-75+ lbs.
• Must be at least 18 years old and legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Experience in the sanitation industry is strongly preferred.
• Position requires a team-player attitude and reliable daily attendance.

Responsibilities

• Collect and load refuse from customer locations into a heavy-duty sanitation vehicle.
• Assist the driver while maneuvering into positions for collection and disposal.
• Maintain and participate in daily clean-up of the vehicle.
• Learn garbage routes to better assist the driver.
• Attend all required training, operational meetings, and monthly Safety Meetings.

Skills

Physical stamina

Team player

Punctual

Heavy lifting (50-75 lbs)

Job description

Interstate Waste Services in Rockaway, NJ is hiring garbage truck-collection helpers to load refuse by hand into heavy‑duty sanitation vehicles. The role reports to the Operations Manager and requires a strong work ethic, punctuality, and teamwork.

This position offers an early start at 4:00 am, year‑round steady work, and a benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and paid time off. Applicants must be at least 18 and legally eligible to work in the United States.