Outdoor Waste Collection Specialist

Coastal Waste & Recycling; Brooksville (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical, Dental & Vision

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Referral Program

Career Growth

Safety Culture

Team Environment

Job summary

Coastal Waste & Recycling is seeking a Collection Specialist to join our Florida team. You will partner with a Driver to collect waste and recyclables from residential, commercial, and industrial customers, delivering excellent service while promoting safety on every route.

This role emphasizes hands-on outdoor work, physical fitness, and teamwork. You’ll serve as the Driver’s spotter, assist with inspections, and help keep our communities clean while upholding a safety-first culture.

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic and dependable attendance.
• Commitment to safety, teamwork, and customer service.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work in an outdoor environment.
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and carry materials weighing 50 to 75 pounds or more.
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, and customers.
• Previous experience in waste management, construction, landscaping, warehouse operations, moving services, or other physically demanding work is a plus.
• Valid driver's license preferred but not required.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish or English/Creole) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with a Driver to safely collect residential, commercial, and industrial waste and recyclable materials.
• Safely lift, move, empty, and load carts, containers, bags, and other collection receptacles into collection vehicles.
• Serve as the Driver's spotter during every backing maneuver by exiting the vehicle, positioning yourself safely, and providing continuous visual guidance until the backing maneuver is complete.
• Maintain awareness of traffic, pedestrians, overhead obstructions, and other potential hazards while helping ensure safe operations throughout the route.
• Assist with pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and report equipment or safety concerns.
• Provide friendly, professional customer service while interacting with customers and the public.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• At Coastal, we win as a team. Once your assigned route is complete, you'll jump in to assist other collection teams or support additional operational needs as directed by management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job description

Coastal Waste & Recycling is seeking a Collection Specialist to join our Florida team. You will partner with a Driver to collect waste and recyclables from residential, commercial, and industrial customers, delivering excellent service while promoting safety on every route.

This role emphasizes hands-on outdoor work, physical fitness, and teamwork. You’ll serve as the Driver’s spotter, assist with inspections, and help keep our communities clean while upholding a safety-first culture.