Sorter: Conveyor Recycling Operator (Outdoor Work)

Interstate Waste Services, Inc.; North Arlington (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Interstate Waste Services is a leading provider of solid waste and recycling services, primarily serving Northern New Jersey, Southern New York, and New York City. The Sorters role focuses on sorting and picking recyclables at the MRF/ optical sorting facility, contributing to the integrity of the recycling stream and environmental safety.

The position requires standing for long periods, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working outdoors in varied temperatures and conditions.

Qualifications

• Must be able to stand for four hours at a time
• Must be able to lift/push/pull up to 50 pounds
• Experience in sanitation industry preferred
• Outdoor environment with variable weather conditions

Responsibilities

• Sort and pick through recyclables on a moving conveyor belt
• Operate and clean up around the sorting area
• Light shoveling and sweeping during cleanup time
• Handle basic hand tools for cleaning baled products
• Maintain safety and attentiveness to odors and weather conditions

Job description

Interstate Waste Services is a leading provider of solid waste and recycling services, primarily serving Northern New Jersey, Southern New York, and New York City. The Sorters role focuses on sorting and picking recyclables at the MRF/ optical sorting facility, contributing to the integrity of the recycling stream and environmental safety.

The position requires standing for long periods, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working outdoors in varied temperatures and conditions.