RECYCLING LABORER 7:00 am - 3:30 pm, Monday - Friday

Melwood-7; Lexington Park (MD); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Melwood in Patuxent River, MD, is seeking a Recycling Driver/Material Handler to join our Contract Services team. The role involves daily collection and processing of recyclables, loading/unloading materials, and operating vehicle equipment within a secure base environment.

Core hours are 7:00 am–3:30 pm, Monday–Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. A valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and ability to pass a DOT physical and background check are required. Starting pay is $23.57 per hour.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver's license with clean record.
• DOT physical required.
• Experience in recycling field preferred.
• Ability to pass background check and security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Collect, sort, and process recyclables.
• Load/unload trucks or equipment manually or with assistance.
• Ensure safe operation of vehicles and equipment at all times.
• Follow base rules and regulations for vehicle operation and material transport.
• Drive assigned route to locations, collect and unload materials as required.
• Maintain accurate collection records per contract requirements.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections of truck fluids, batteries, tires, and safety gear.
• Report any accidents or damage promptly.
• Adhere to safety precautions for handling materials and equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Driving

Manual handling

Safety compliance

Team communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Posting Details

• Posted on November 5, 2026

Locations

Showing 1 location Patuxent River
Patuxent River, MD 20670, USA

• Contract Services
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: RECYC007501

Description

INTRODUCTION

• This position requires that the employee must successfully complete criminal history information background check and drug screening and be able to obtain and maintain a government security clearance
• Driving is 20% of the work and Warehouse/material handler is 80% of the work
• This position is located in the Patuxent River, MD area as an employee of Melwood.
• The core working hours are 7:00 am - 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday with a 30-minute lunch break
• This position requires a valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Must be able to pass DOT Physical
• Starting pay is $23.57
• The incumbent will be responsible for the daily collection, loading and unloading of recycling materials for preparation of shipment

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides collection, sorting and processing of all recyclables
• Manual/automated loading or unloading of trucks or other transportation devices
• Ensures safe conditions exist at all times in and around vehicle while in operation
• Follows State, Federal and local military base rules and regulations regarding vehicle operation and material transport
• Drives assigned route to all locations and collects, loads and unloads materials as required
• Maintains accurate, complete mileage and collection information per contract requirements
• Performs daily pre and post trip inspections of truck fluids, batteries, tires and safety equipment
• Ensures equipment safety precautions are exercised to prevent damage in the performance of collection
• Immediately reports any accidents, damage, collision, injury, etc., through the appropriate reporting process
• Ensuring that all fire and safety precautions are strictly adhered to and material handling and delivery equipment are properly utilized
• Other duties as assigned

PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS

• The incumbent must be able to stand 90% of the work time and sit 10%
• Must be able to lift/carry 50 lbs. and push/pull 50 lbs.
• These requirements are necessary in order to complete contract work
• He/she must be able to climb, stoop, kneel and reach
• Must be able to speak to communicate with supervisors, staff, co-workers, etc.
• Must possess good vision and hearing
• Must be able to work in extreme weather conditions of a warehouse atmosphere.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have a valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Must be able to pass a DOT physical
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Previous experience working in the recycling field preferred
• Must be able to meet contract security requirements

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Driver's License Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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