Recycling Technician: Safe Sorting & Material Handling

Verde Clean; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Verde Clean is seeking a Recycle Technician to support daily recycling and waste reduction by sorting, staging, processing, and transporting recyclables. You will work with the ESG Supervisor to maximize material recovery and maintain safe, efficient recycling operations.

The role involves operating balers, compactors, pallet jacks, and dollies; monitoring contamination and educating staff on proper sorting; and supporting sustainability goals while upholding safety procedures and a clean work

Qualifications

• Preferred experience in facilities, janitorial, warehouse, recycling, or waste management operations.
• Must be able to pass MVR.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds and work in an industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Sort, collect, and stage recyclable materials at designated collection points.
• Operate recycling equipment, including balers, compactors, pallet jacks, and dollies.
• Support Outbound Asset Material (OAM) processes, including material movement and documentation.
• Assist with transporting and preparing materials for shipment or disposal.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain clean, organized work areas.

Skills

Heavy lifting

Equipment operation

Safety mindset

Teamwork

MVR pass

Tools

Pallet jacks

Balers

Compactors

Dollies

Job description

Verde Clean is seeking a Recycle Technician to support daily recycling and waste reduction by sorting, staging, processing, and transporting recyclables. You will work with the ESG Supervisor to maximize material recovery and maintain safe, efficient recycling operations.

The role involves operating balers, compactors, pallet jacks, and dollies; monitoring contamination and educating staff on proper sorting; and supporting sustainability goals while upholding safety procedures and a clean work