Recycling Technician

Vonachen Group; Newbern (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K/403b Plan

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Daily Pay

Job summary

Vonachen Group is seeking a Recycling Technician to maintain high customer satisfaction and service quality on site in Newbern, TN. Responsibilities include sorting recyclables, loading/unloading, and using forklifts and power tools in a safe environment.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 18+ years old, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. We offer full benefits and flexible shifts including days and evenings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 18+ years old and reliable transportation.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and maintain high performance.
• Strong communication, detail orientation, and customer focus.

Responsibilities

• Sort and organize metals, glass, wood, paper, plastic, electronics into containers.
• Load and unload recyclables onto trucks.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, power lifts and other heavy equipment.
• Be able to work in a cold environment (freezer) and wear proper coveralls.
• Assist with cleaning and general shop duties.

Skills

Reliable transportation

Independent work

Good communication

Attention to detail

Customer-friendly

18+ years old

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Pallet jack operation

Power tools usage

Job description

Overview

About Vonachen Group

Vonachen Group is a full-service facility maintenance leader providing janitorial, healthcare, material handling, and logistics support services. Established in 1968, we are four generations strong and one of the fastest growing building service contractors in the industry. We believe in delivering quality work, honoring our commitments, and treating clients and employees with respect. Vonachen Group employees are key contributors to our success. Offering competitive wages, excellent benefits, and promotion from within. Our hope is that individuals become not only a part of our team but of our family!

Job Details

The Recyling Technician is responsible for maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction, providing high quality service levels, maintaining proper supply levels, adhering to company policies, and assisting to provide a safe working environment. This person must be energetic, enthusiastic, and possess great interpersonal skills to work with a diverse group of people and maintain a strong commitment to customer service.

Job Responsibilities

• The primary responsibilities includes sorting and organizing metals, glass, wood, paper, plastic, electronics and more into their appropriate containers.
• Load and unload recyclables onto trucks.
• Clean materials as needed for recycling requirements which may include the use of saws, blowtorches, and other power tools for proper disposal.
• Other duties include operating forklifts, pallet jacks, power lifts, and other heavy equipment.
• Power industrial vehicle experience is preferred, but can train.
• This position will require an employee to operate a motorized pallet jack.
• Be able to work in a cold environment-such as a freezer.
• Proper coveralls for the cold environment will be provided.
• Operating a power industrial vehicle to remove boxes, banding, plastic from the shop floor.
• Assist with some cleaning.
• Must be reliable and have an eye for detail.

Job Requirements

• Skills and Abilities
  • Must be 18 years or older
  • Must have reliable transportation
  • Ability to work with little supervision and maintain a high-level of performance
  • Good communication skills
  • Strong detail orientation
  • Customer-oriented and friendly
• Education and Experience
  • High school diploma or GED
• Physical Requirements
  • Stand and walk for long periods of time
  • Repeat the same movements
  • Frequent bending and twisting
  • Able to lift, push & pull 50lbs
  • Able to work flexible hours including evenings
• Full-Time 1st and 3rd Shifts
• Monday-Friday & Saturday 7a-3p and 3p-11p
• $15/hour
• Full benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, LTD STD, 401(k)
• Must pass pre-employment requirements as needed
• Now offering Daily Pay!

Additional Information / Benefits

• 401K/403b Plan
• Short Term Disability
• Dental Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Vision Insurance
• Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance

The Following Shifts Are Available

• Day shift
• Third shift
• Weekend shift