Pollution Prevention Field Technician - Sandia

Republic Services; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental plans

Vision coverage

Retirement plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Republic Services is seeking a facility and materials handler in Albuquerque to support recycling and waste operations, including inspections, sorting and shipments. You will operate equipment, manage universal waste, maintain inventories, and assist customers while ensuring regulatory compliance and safety.

The role involves preparing shipments, documenting records, and performing various material-handling tasks to support site sustainability initiatives.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of recycling, waste management and environmental compliance.
• Ability to operate material-handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ability to inspect, sort, package, label, and track recyclables and waste.
• Strong inventory management, documentation and recordkeeping.
• Effective communication with customers and coworkers; responsive service.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and maintain safety and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct facility, equipment and material inspections, inventories and monitoring.
• Operate forklifts, trucks, hoists, power tools to support operations.
• Collect, sort, process, and distribute recyclable and reusable materials.
• Coordinate shipments and documentation for lead bank and recyclables.
• Manage universal waste collection and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Maintain inventories and storage locations for materials and waste.
• Provide customer support and process service requests.
• Perform material prep like cleaning, repairing, weighing, palletizing and labeling.
• Generate reports and waste characterization documents.
• Ensure safe work practices and compliance with environment and safety procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Waste management

Forklift operation

Inventory management

Regulatory compliance

Customer service

Safety awareness

Tools

Forklifts

Pallet jacks

Hoists

Power tools

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for supporting recycling, waste management, and lead bank operations through material handling, inventory management, equipment operation, customer service, and environmental compliance activities. Performs facility inspections, processes recyclable and reusable materials, coordinates shipments, manages universal waste collection, and maintains accurate records to support site sustainability and waste reduction programs.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Conduct facility, equipment, and material inspections, inventories, and monitoring activities.

Operate forklifts, trucks, hoists, power tools, and other equipment to support recycling and waste management operations.

Collect, sort, process, and distribute recyclable and reusable materials.

Coordinate lead bank and recyclable material shipments, including packaging, labeling, tracking, and documentation.

Manage universal waste collection, screening, storage, and shipment preparation while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Maintain inventories and storage locations for recyclable materials, lead, and waste products.

Provide customer support, respond to inquiries, and process service requests.

Perform material preparation activities including cleaning, repair, weighing, palletizing, packaging, and labeling.

Generate, maintain, and submit required records, reports, and waste characterization documentation.

Ensure safe work practices and compliance with environmental, hazardous waste, and site procedures.

Performs other, related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of recycling, waste management, and environmental compliance regulations and procedures.

Skill in operating forklifts, trucks, pallet jacks, hoists, and other material-handling equipment safely and efficiently.

Ability to inspect, sort, package, label, and track recyclable, reusable, and universal waste materials.

Skill in inventory management, documentation, recordkeeping, and report preparation.

Ability to communicate effectively with customers, coworkers, and stakeholders while providing responsive customer service.

Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, solve operational problems, and work independently while maintaining a strong commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

1 year experience conducting universal waste collection, packing, and shipment preparation activities at a waste management facility or 1 year experience managing recyclable materials at a waste management facility, including collecting, packing and preparing shipment.

Valid Drivers License

Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE L clearance

Pay: $33.61/HR

REWARDING COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Eligible employees can elect to participate in:

• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• Retirement plan with a generous company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Benefits: https://jobs.republicservices.com/us/en/about-us/benefits

The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.

EEO STATEMENT:

Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

For any concerns relating to Republic Services’ commitment to equal opportunity employment, you may contact the AWARE Line at 1-866-3-AWARE-4.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is a leader in the environmental services industry. We provide customers with the most complete set of products and services, including recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste and field services. Our industry-leading commitments to advance circularity and support decarbonization are helping deliver on our vision to partner with customers to create a more sustainable world. In 2025, Republic’s total company revenue was $16.6 billion, and adjusted EBITDA was $5.3 billion. We serve 13 million customers and operate more than 1,000 locations, including collection and transfer stations, recycling and polymer centers, treatment facilities, and landfills. Although we operate across North America, the collection, recycling, treatment, or disposal of materials is a local business, and the dynamics and opportunities differ in each market we serve. By combining local operational management with standardized business practices, we drive greater operating efficiencies across the company while maintaining day-to-day operational decisions at the local level, closest to the customer. Our customers, including small businesses, major corporations and municipalities, want a partner with the expertise and capabilities to effectively manage their multiple recycling and waste streams. They choose Republic Services because we are committed to exceeding their expectations and helping them achieve their sustainability goals. Our 42,000 team members understand that it's not just what we do that matters, but how we do it. Our company values guide our daily actions: Safe: We protect the livelihoods of our colleagues and communities. Committed to Serve: We go above and beyond to exceed our customers’ expectations. Environmentally Responsible: We take action to improve our environment. Driven: We deliver results in the right way. Human-Centered: We respect the dignity and unique potential of every person. We are proud of our high employee engagement score of 86. We have an inclusive and diverse culture where every voice counts. In addition, our team positively impacted 5.1 million people in 2024 through the Republic Services Charitable Foundation and local community grants. These projects are designed to meet the specific needs of the communities we serve, with a focus on building sustainable neighborhoods.

STRATEGY

Republic Services’ strategy is designed to generate profitable growth. Through acquisitions and industry advancements, we safely and sustainably manage our customers’ multiple waste streams through a North American footprint of vertically integrated assets. We focus on three areas of growth to meet the increasing needs of our customers: recycling and waste, environmental solutions and sustainability innovation. With our integrated approach, strengthening our position in one area advances other areas of our business. For example, as we grow volume in recycling and waste, we collect additional material to bolster our circularity capabilities. And as we expand environmental solutions, we drive additional opportunities to provide these services to our existing recycling and waste customers.

RECENT RECOGNITION

Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable Companies CDP Discloser Dow Jones Best-In-Class Indices Ethisphere’s World’s Most Ethical Companies Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies Great Place to Work Sustainability Yearbook S&P Global

WHY WORK WITH US

Republic Services is a place where your effort is always appreciated and your teammates always have your back. When you give us your best, we give you ours. We’re constantly investing in new tools and technology that allow you to do your job safely and effectively. We offer plenty of opportunities to learn and grow within your role. And when we say “Sustainability in Action,” we mean it. Together, we’re leaving the world better than we found it through the work we do every day. Are you in? Keep reading to learn more about the position we’re hiring for.