Part-Time Recycling & Route Technician

byu; Provo (UT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k plan

Employee assistance

Tuition benefits

Library access

On-campus parking

UTA passes

Store discounts

Job summary

BYU is hiring a part-time Recycling Collection Technician to collect materials, manage secure documents, and distribute recycling containers across campus. You will interact with staff, students, and contractors, performing inspections and ensuring safe operation of vehicles and equipment.

The position emphasizes a commitment to BYU's mission, with opportunities to participate in waste audits and process improvements while supporting sustainable campus operations.

Qualifications

• A firm commitment to the mission of BYU
• 2 years of training or experience in industrial equipment operations, truck driving, or sustainability
• Ability to work well with others
• Ability to operate equipment - such as box truck, forklift, shredder, etc.
• UDOT Med Card or ability to obtain one after employment
• Excellent public relations skills
• Preferred: 5+ years of training and experience in industrial equipment operations
• Preferred: High interest in environmental science subjects as shown in transcripts or class descriptions
• Preferred: Expertise in recycling industry standards

Responsibilities

• Drive a box truck to collect materials and distribute containers
• Operate all vehicles and equipment in a safe, effective manner to minimize the risk of injury and property damage
• Perform daily pre- and post-trip inspections
• Operate and maintain a clean university vehicle
• Interact with campus, MTC, and Church employees, visitors, and contractors in a professional manner
• Arrange for confidential document pick-up and shredding
• Recycling and secure document container distribution
• Follow procedures for collecting, sorting, and handling recyclable materials
• Provide recycling collection at events, such as sporting events, student orientation and moving in and out of housing
• Monitor equipment for maintenance and repair needs
• Perform basic maintenance and cleaning of equipment
• Arrange for maintenance and repair
• Participate in waste audits
• Analyze processes and improve efficiencies in all stages of the recycling process
• Recognize potential hazards in recycling process and provide resolution

Job description

BYU is hiring a part-time Recycling Collection Technician to collect materials, manage secure documents, and distribute recycling containers across campus. You will interact with staff, students, and contractors, performing inspections and ensuring safe operation of vehicles and equipment.

The position emphasizes a commitment to BYU's mission, with opportunities to participate in waste audits and process improvements while supporting sustainable campus operations.