Recycling, Compost and Solid Waste Technician I

University of Idaho; Moscow (ID); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Idaho in Moscow is seeking a Recycling, Compost and Solid Waste Technician I to support the campus waste reduction and cost-management programs. This role helps dispose of materials, track types and weights, and support the solid waste program on campus.

The position requires a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, 18+ years of age, and the ability to work in a team and in varying conditions on campus.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a team environment.
• Ability to learn and follow set procedures and routines.
• Ability to set priorities and organize daily responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Dispose of a variety of materials.
• Maintain records of overall types and weights of materials leaving the university.
• Establish fair market value and maintain current records of disposition.
• Assist with managing and oversight of the solid waste program.
• Work with EHS to identify, reduce and divert hazardous waste.
• Attend meetings and training sessions to stay current on program changes and regulations.

Skills

Teamwork

Procedures

Prioritization

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Recycling, Compost and Solid Waste Technician I

Posting Number: SP005463P

Division/College: Facilities Management

Department: Facilities Management-Shops/Misc.

Location: Moscow

Position Overview:

This position aids in developing and implementing the Recycling,Compost and Solid Waste programs to minimize waste production and manage costs on the University of Idaho campus.

• Dispose of a variety of materials
• Maintain records of overall types and weights of materials leaving the university
• Establish fair market value and maintain current records of disposition
• Assist with managing and oversight of the solid waste program
• Work with the Environmental Health and Safety Office (EHS) to identify, reduce and divert hazardous waste
• Attend meetings and training sessions to keep current on program changes and solid waste technologies and regulations
• Other duties as assigned

Required Experience:

• Working in a team environment
• Learning and following set procedures and routines
• Setting priorities and organizing daily responsibilities

Required Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Required Other:

• Possess a valid driver's license and be able to meet policy requirements for driving university-owned vehicles
• Be at least 18 years of age

Additional Preferred:

• Post-secondary education or training certificates related to the solid waste and recycling industries, with emphasis on current regulations, rules and practices
• Two years of warehousing or production experience in a recycling, collection center or warehouse environment
• Knowledge of and/or training on state and federal property disposal guidelines
• Experience safely handling and shipping hazardous materials
• Certification involving hazardous materials safety training
• Forklift operator certification
• Expressed interest in learning and acquiring skills related to recycling and solid waste

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

• Must be able to:
  • Bend, stoop and work in awkward positions for several hours at a time
  • Carry, lift or otherwise move up items weighing up to 50 pounds
  • Push, pull or otherwise move loaded wheeled carts, containers or tow units by hand over hard surfaces
  • Stand and walk continuously throughout the workday
  • Work in inclement weather conditions
  • Work on uneven and slick surfaces

Degree Requirement: Listed degree qualification is required at time of application

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Employee Category: Classified

Pay Range: $20.00 per hour depending on experience.

Type of Appointment: Fiscal Year

FTE: 1.0

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Funding:

A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy: Uncertain

Posting Date: 09/23/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants: When entering employment history, be sure to include all past work experience relevant to the duties of this position in the Employment Experience section of the application.

Applicant Resources: https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources

Background Check Statement: Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

Applications will be reviewed on 10/7/26 and at regular intervals thereafter until suitable applicants are hired.

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.