Residential Waste Helper – Frontline Collector

Waste Pro USA Inc.; Immokalee (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Waste Pro USA Inc. in Immokalee, FL is seeking a Helper to assist the refuse truck driver on pre-assigned routes, helping load garbage, yard waste, and recycling, and to move carts and bags manually as needed.

This role emphasizes safety, courteous customer service, teamwork, and the ability to perform physically demanding tasks. You will back up the driver, operate loading mechanisms when instructed, and help keep yards and streets clean in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Be able to follow safe operating practices.
• Be able to learn and use interpersonal skills relating to good customer service
• Be able and willing to work in a team environment
• Be able to read, write and comprehend reports well enough to complete daily assignments.

Responsibilities

• Picks up solid waste and places it in the back of a rear load garbage truck on specified routes.
• Provides a safe and courteous level of service through customer service in all aspects of refuse operation.
• Ensures garbage and recyclables at residences are picked up and transferred properly.
• Answers questions for residents and directs them to contact Customer Service or appropriate government office for additional information.
• Must comply with all ANSI, OSHA and company safety policies including Waste Pro Absolute Guidelines.
• Assists Driver in safely backing up the truck by directing the Driver from the ground.
• Cleans behind the compactor blade with shovel and hoe when directed; sprays and cleans the hopper and truck at the end of each shift.
• Reports any safety or customer service related issues to driver and supervisor, immediately.
• Performs a variety of manual duties in the clean-up of scattered refuse; cleans up areas around spills and ensures containers are replaced properly.
• May be required to work during emergency situations.
• Assists other routes as needed to complete daily work.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Job description

Waste Pro USA Inc. in Immokalee, FL is seeking a Helper to assist the refuse truck driver on pre-assigned routes, helping load garbage, yard waste, and recycling, and to move carts and bags manually as needed.

This role emphasizes safety, courteous customer service, teamwork, and the ability to perform physically demanding tasks. You will back up the driver, operate loading mechanisms when instructed, and help keep yards and streets clean in all weather conditions.