Recycle Technician

SBM; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 23,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

SBM is seeking a Recycle Technician to help recycle, reuse, and reclaim materials in a fast-paced environment. You will collect, salvage, and sort materials, inspect items, and maintain dock and collection areas while following safety rules and company procedures.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED with 1-2 years recycling experience; CPR/First Aid is a plus. You should be able to lift up to 35 pounds, read instructions, and communicate clearly with teammates and supervisors.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 1-2 years of recycling experience.
• CPR/AED/First Aid certification a plus.
• A valid driver’s license may be required based on business needs; maintain acceptable MVR.
• Forklift certification may be required.
• Hazardous Waste Handling Training per RCRA.
• Ability to read and interpret instructions, procedures, manuals, and other documents.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; bilingual is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collect, salvage, and sort reusable or recycle materials or waste materials.
• Inspect and sort materials.
• Maintain dock and collection areas.
• Work with multiple collection containers.
• Maintain logs and schedules.
• Present a professional appearance and conduct.
• Understand customer service and reporting systems and environmental importance.
• Support shift lead in completing punch-list items.

Skills

Bilingual

Reading instructions

Verbal & written communication

Cleaning methods knowledge

Cleaning equipment upkeep

Chemical handling knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Recycle Technician# **Job Description:****Job Overview**The Recycle Technician will be responsible for the recycle, reuse, and reclamation, program. **Roles & Responsibilities**To perform this job successfully and safely, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned.* Comply with safety rules, policies, and procedures* Stop at risk behavior of others and self* Perform work assignments in a team with other employees* Perform repetitive tasks* Maintain clean work area* Follow all company procedures, policies, and rules* Take direction and respond to supervision* Talk with lead, supervisor, co-workers, managers, and customers in a professional manner* Maintain logs and schedules* Support shift lead in completing punch-list items* Use proper personal protective equipment* Present a professional appearance and conduct* Understand customer service and satisfaction* Understand reporting systems and importance of the environment* Collect, salvage, and sort reusable or recycle materials or waste materials* Inspect and sort materials* Maintain dock and collection areas* Work with multiple collection containers **Qualification**To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job safely. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. **Education and/ or Experience:** High school diploma or GED with 1-2 years of recycling experience in a company environment or equivalent combination of training and experience - preferred **Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:** CPR/AED/First Aid certification a plus. A valid driver's license may be required for this position based on business needs. Employees required to drive as part of their job duties must maintain an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) and meet company driving eligibility requirements . Completed all safety and task training certification. May be required to be forklift certified. May be required to have Hazardous Waste Handling Training per RCRA. Completed all safety and task training certifications **Knowledge, Ability, Skills:**Bilingual a plusAbility to read and interpret instructions, procedures, manuals, and other documents.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Knowledge of cleaning methods, equipment, and willing to share with team.Knowledge of the upkeep and care of the cleaning equipment.Knowledge of cleaning compounds and chemicals, and their safe, efficient use. **Supervisory Responsibilities**This position has no supervisory responsibilities. **Physical Demands & Work Environment*** The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or listen. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.* The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. **Shifts and Compensation**Sunday-Wednesday 7pm-530am$16.50-$17.50 per hour