Trash Route Collector – Day Shift

PeopleReady; Southaven (MS); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Connections with local employers

Benefits package options

JobStack app access

Competitive pay

Steady schedule

Job summary

PeopleReady of Southaven, MS is hiring Refuse Collectors to ride on garbage trucks, assist the driver, and help maintain safe operations on designated routes. This on-site role requires physical effort and reliable shift attendance.

The position offers a 1st shift with competitive pay ($16/hour) and access to scheduling through the JobStack app, with benefits available for eligible associates.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to lift 50lbs or more continuously during route.
• Able to work in inclement weather.
• Physically demanding work.
• Knowledge of work routines and procedures in collecting solid waste materials for disposal, reuse, and recycling.
• Ability to carry, reach, bend, push, pull, and climb during route.
• Background check and drug test required.

Responsibilities

• Ride on the back of a garbage collection truck, collecting solid waste on a designated route
• Direct the driver when pulling out into traffic and backing up, and guide incoming vehicles to the dumping area at solid waste disposal facilities
• Have knowledge of standardized work routines for manual tasks and the operation of collection vehicles in solid waste operations
• Check the operating and safety conditions of vehicles, perform minor servicing, and report needed repairs or maintenance
• Assist the driver with various tasks during waste runs and be able to lift 100+ lbs many times throughout the day

Job description

PeopleReady of Southaven, MS is hiring Refuse Collectors to ride on garbage trucks, assist the driver, and help maintain safe operations on designated routes. This on-site role requires physical effort and reliable shift attendance.

The position offers a 1st shift with competitive pay ($16/hour) and access to scheduling through the JobStack app, with benefits available for eligible associates.