Recycling Material Handler

U.S. Department of the Navy; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of the Navy in Norfolk, VA, seeks a Materials Recycling Technician to identify and sort recyclables, dispose of non-recyclables, and document transport of recyclables according to standard procedures.

Qualified candidates will demonstrate the ability to operate balers, forklifts, and related tools, with a focus on safety and accuracy in record-keeping and material handling.

Qualifications

• Experience identifying recyclable vs non-recyclable materials.
• Ability to document deliveries and quantities in writing.
• Ability to follow basic instructions and work independently after training.
• Knowledge of hazardous materials handling and storage guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Receive, identify, sort, and separate recyclables from non-recyclables per procedure.
• Dispose of non-recyclables properly and document/prepare/transport recyclable materials.
• Demonstrate skill with recycling equipment and record deliveries and quantities.

Skills

Facility layout identification

Recyclables sorting

Heavy lifting

Independent work

Basic writing

Basic math

Equipment operation

Driver's license

Tools

Electric balers

Forklifts

Hydraulic jacks/lifts

Manual banding tools

Job description

The position is located within the Mid-Atlantic Region, Navy Facilities Engineering Command, Quality Recycling Program, Norfolk VA. The purpose of this position is to receive, identify, sort, and separate recyclables from non-recyclables, properly dispose of non-recyclable material, and document/prepare/transport recyclable materials in accordance with standard procedure.

Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.

A qualified candidate must possess: NA04: Must have ability to identify facility layout, recyclable versus non-recyclable materials, and types and locations of proper storage areas. Some prior recycling experience is preferred. Must have physical ability to bend, lift, load/unload heavy and/or bulky items. Must be able to follow basic instructions and work independently once trained. Must possess basic writing and math skills to document receipt and amount of deliveries, identify and label hazardous materials, and estimate quantities. Must demonstrate skill in use of equipment used in recycling tasks to include operating electric balers, hydraulic jacks/lifts, fork lifts, bobcat loaders, manual banding machines, and possess basic knowledge of hand tools such as hammers, pliers, strapping tools, metal band sheers, etc. Drivers license is strongly preferred.

NA05: A valid drivers license is required, and must be maintained at all times. A forklift license is strongly preferred. At this level, the incumbent may work with a wide range of different recyclable items, and is responsible for knowledge of the proper storage, handling, and dispensation of each type.