Lead Recycling Technician

University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point; Stevens Point (WI); On-site; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Full time

Job summary

University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is seeking a Lead Recycling Technician to manage campus recycling operations, supervise staff, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance. You will operate recycling equipment, train staff, coordinate with vendors, and maintain records while supporting university departments.

The role typically runs Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with occasional weekend work during student move-in periods.

Qualifications

• Minimum driving requirements for state/university business.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to adapt to changing conditions and work pace.
• Supervisory skills and ability to lead teams.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; safety-focused.

Responsibilities

• Remove recyclable materials and refuse from university buildings and exterior containers and transport to processing centers.
• Process recyclable materials for shipment and load trucks.
• Operate equipment associated with the recycling operation.
• Schedule and train staff in recycling operations.
• Maintain appropriate recycling records and coordinate with vendors.
• Provide services to the university community and support facilities staff as needed.
• Meet safety standards and comply with environmental regulations.

Skills

Oral & written communication

Adaptability

Supervisory skills

Independent & team work

Forklift certification

Job description

Position Title

Lead Recycling Technician

Job Category

University Staff

Employment Type

Regular

Job Profile

Recycling Technician

Job Duties

Remove recyclable materials and refuse from university buildings and exterior containers and transport the materials to the Waste Education Center and/or appropriate dumpster. Process recyclable materials for shipment. Load trucks. Operate equipment associated with the recycling operation. Schedule and train staff in recycling operation. Maintain appropriate recycling records and coordinate with vendors. Provide services to the university community. Assist grounds and custodial departments as needed.

This position is typically scheduled to work Monday through Friday from 6am-2:30pm. The person occupying this position is required to work the weekend students move into the residential living halls at the beginning of the fall semester.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Operate vehicles and other equipment to collect and dispose of materials
• Deconstruct and properly prepare metals, including cutting, heating, melting, and unbolting
• Collect, identify, inspect, sort, and separate various types of metal and materials in compliance with environmental and government laws for materials to be processed
• Inspect, repair, and perform preventative maintenance on materials and machinery used for recycling

Department

Facility Services – supports the academic mission of the university. The integral core values of the department are Safety, Customer Service, Cooperation, Integrity, and Innovation. A team approach is utilized throughout the department to provide a safe environment, excellence in service through high standards with positive and collaborative relationships across the UWSP community. The skill, ability and knowledge of the incumbent will have direct and profound impact on the success and satisfaction level in the delivery of services to customers within the area of responsibility. Given the pace of emerging technology, the incumbent must stay in touch with industry/system-wide trends and best practices. This position will perform work independently, only referring matters to the supervisor for clarification. Facility Services is committed to the highest standard of customer relations principles for its customers, fellow staff members, students, and visitors. Staff will serve as role models by practicing exemplary behaviors when working with customers, fellow staff members and campus leadership.

Compensation & Benefits

The lead recycling technician is a full-time, hourly, annual position. Starting hourly wage is $17/hour, commensurate with education, related experience, and qualifications. Eligible Universities of Wisconsin employees receive an excellent benefits package. To learn more about the benefits package, review the University Staff Benefit Quick Guide. Use the Health & Retirement Contributions Estimator to calculate the estimated value of your compensation and benefits.

Required Qualifications

• Meet the minimum requirements to drive on state/university business

Preferred Qualifications

• Effective oral and written communication and techniques to maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to adapt to change
• Supervisory skills
• Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast‑paced and high volume environment with emphasis on safety and efficiency
• Ability to obtain a certification of fork lift operation

Contact Information

Name: Chris Brindley

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Human Resources

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.