Outdoor Waste Collection Helper - Frontline Route Support

Waste-Pro; Southaven (MS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Waste Pro is seeking a Helper to assist the refuse truck driver on pre-assigned and special routes to collect garbage, yard waste, and recycling. The role involves manual lifting, backing up with guidance, and maintaining a safe, courteous service mindset on every call.

You will work in varied conditions, follow safety policies, assist with cleanup, and support on-call or emergency operations as needed, ensuring customers and routes run smoothly.

Qualifications

• Be able to follow safe operating practices.
• Be able to learn and use interpersonal skills relating to good customer service.
• Be able and willing to work in a team environment.
• Be able to read, write and comprehend reports well enough to complete daily assignments.

Responsibilities

• Assist the driver on pre-assigned and special routes to collect garbage, yard waste, and recycling.
• Load, lift, and place waste into the rear-load truck; operate basic compacting duties as directed.
• Maintain courteous, safe, and efficient customer service to residents and the public.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Reading & writing

Job description

Waste Pro is seeking a Helper to assist the refuse truck driver on pre-assigned and special routes to collect garbage, yard waste, and recycling. The role involves manual lifting, backing up with guidance, and maintaining a safe, courteous service mindset on every call.

You will work in varied conditions, follow safety policies, assist with cleanup, and support on-call or emergency operations as needed, ensuring customers and routes run smoothly.