Recycling Technician

Securis; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance

401K and Value Sharing

8 Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

The Recycling Technician role at Securis in Chantilly, VA focuses on secure processing of retired IT equipment at our Chantilly warehouse and at customer sites across the U.S. Duties include disassembly, material handling, hard drive shredding, inventory tracking, and preparing materials for resale or recycling.

Travel up to one week monthly is required. The position is full-time, Mon–Fri, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM, with occasional Saturday overtime.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 1–2 years in warehouse, manufacturing, production, logistics, recycling, or related hands-on work.
• Ability to safely lift 60+ pounds repeatedly during the day.
• Willingness to travel overnight for customer projects (up to one week per month).
• Basic computer skills and the ability to learn inventory systems.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures.
• Reliable attendance and teamwork-minded attitude.

Responsibilities

• Receive, sort, and process computers, servers, hard drives, and other equipment.
• Manually disassemble equipment and separate materials for recycling or resale.
• Operate shredders, degaussers, balers, scales, and other equipment.
• Scan and track inventory using the company's system.
• Prepare, package, and ship customer orders and recycled materials.
• Load/unload trucks and move materials with pallet jacks.
• Maintain secure chain-of-custody and safety procedures.
• Inspect tools and equipment and report maintenance needs.
• Maintain a clean, safe warehouse environment.
• Join weekly operations meetings and support improvements.
• Travel to customer sites up to one week per month for recycling and data destruction.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Lift 60+ lbs

Travel willingness

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Balers

Shredders

Pallet jacks

Industrial scales

Barcode scanners

Forklifts

Job description

Location: Chantilly, VA
Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Pay: $18.00 an hour
Citizenship Requirement: U.S. Citizen

About Securis

Securis is a fast-growing, mission-driven IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) company built on a foundation of integrity, innovation, and service. Guided by Christian values, we are committed to serving our employees, clients, and partners with the same honesty, accountability, and compassion that Jesus modeled for His people.

Our team is close-knit, collaborative, and deeply motivated by both high performance and meaningful purpose. We believe in doing things the right way, with transparency, continuous improvement, and a relentless focus on excellence.

As we scale toward our goal of $25 million in revenue by 2030, Securis is investing in building a best-in‑class, fully integrated ITAD and recycling operation. Our recycling division plays a critical role in maximizing asset value, driving material recovery, and supporting our broader circular economy strategy.

Our Core Focus and Values

At Securis, our Core Focus is to serve employees, clients, and vendors like Jesus served His People. Our Core Values guide our work, our culture, and our success:

• Helps First: Put the team first.
• Fun: Have the right attitude and stay positive.
• Hungry: Have big goals and want to conquer the world.
• Humbly Confident: Be humble and also be confident.
• Work-Life Harmony: Both are important and must be in balance.
• Coachable: Always learning.
• Innovative: Question everything. Look for new ways.

Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package, including:

• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• 401K and Value Sharing
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

Position Summary

The Recycling Technician is a key member of Securis' growing Recycling Operations team, responsible for the secure processing of retired electronic equipment both in our Chantilly warehouse and at customer locations throughout the United States.

This hands-on position includes electronic disassembly, secure material handling, hard drive shredding, inventory tracking, and preparing materials for resale or responsible recycling. When not traveling to customer sites (typically up to one week per month), Recycling Technicians work in our Chantilly warehouse supporting daily recycling operations.

The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-conscious, and enjoys working in a fast-paced team environment. This full-time position works Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with one Saturday per month occasionally required as an overtime opportunity. Candidates must be able to safely lift at least 60 pounds and perform physical work throughout the day.

What You'll Do

• Receive, sort, and process computers, servers, hard drives, and other electronic equipment
• Manually disassemble electronic equipment and separate materials for recycling or resale
• Operate hard drive shredders, tape degaussers, balers, industrial scales, and other recycling equipment
• Scan and accurately track inventory using Securis' proprietary inventory management system
• Prepare, package, and ship customer orders and recycled materials
• Load and unload trucks and move materials throughout the warehouse using pallet jacks and other material-handling equipment
• Maintain secure chain-of-custody procedures while handling customer assets and ensure all physical security protocols are followed
• Perform routine inspections of warehouse tools and equipment and report maintenance or repair needs
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment
• Participate in weekly operations meetings and support continuous improvement initiatives
• Travel to customer locations (typically up to one week per month) to perform secure electronics recycling and data destruction services

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• One to two years of warehouse, manufacturing, production, logistics, recycling, or related hands‑on experience
• Ability to safely lift at least 60+ pounds repeatedly throughout the workday
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and perform physical work for extended periods
• Willingness and ability to travel overnight for customer projects (typically up to one week per month)
• Basic computer skills and the ability to learn inventory management systems
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to following established procedures
• Reliable attendance, positive attitude, and willingness to work as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating industrial equipment such as balers, shredders, pallet jacks, forklifts, or similar warehouse machinery
• Familiarity with IT hardware, electronics, or computer components
• Experience using inventory management software or Salesforce
• Experience working in electronics recycling, manufacturing, warehouse, or logistics environments

Tools & Equipment

• Hard drive shredders
• Balers and other metal destruction equipment
• Industrial scales
• Pallet jacks
• Hand tools
• Electronic barcode scanners
• Other warehouse equipment as assigned

Join Our Team

If you're passionate about technology, possess a strong work ethic, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we invite you to become a part of our growing team at Securis.