Trash technician

HES Facilities; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

401K/403b Plan

Job summary

HES Facilities Management is seeking a Trash and Grounds Technician to support campus waste collection, disposal, and grounds-cleaning services across residence halls and campus properties. You will help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming campus environment through timely waste removal and litter control.

The role requires physical labor and the ability to work independently in varying weather conditions. Training on safety procedures and company policies will be provided.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform physical labor, including lifting, pushing, pulling, and walking for extended periods.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Basic knowledge of safe waste-handling practices preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect and remove trash from residence halls, dormitory buildings, and designated campus facilities.
• Service and empty outdoor trash receptacles and waste collection stations.
• Transport collected waste and operate approved equipment to dispose of trash into designated compactors.
• Maintain cleanliness around dumpsters, compactors, and waste storage areas.
• Monitor waste collection areas and report damaged receptacles, safety concerns, or maintenance issues.
• Assist with special cleanup projects and campus-wide waste management initiatives as assigned.
• Follow all safety procedures, environmental regulations, and company policies related to waste handling and equipment operation.

Skills

Physical labor

Independent worker

Waste handling basics

Job description

HES is a premier national provider of facilities management services focused 100% on educational institutions. Headquartered in Knoxville, Tennessee, HES builds best-in-class programs for custodial, maintenance, grounds, and landscaping services. With hundreds of years of combined facilities experience, the HES leadership team is comprised of results-oriented, hands-on executives and facilities experts who give school facilities their full attention. Whether for a grounds and landscaping program, custodial services, or maintenance solutions, HES will change the way you look at facilities management.

Founded in 1972, HES has a proven track record of working successfully and exclusively in the educational environment, maintaining a singular focus on facilities management, undistracted by competing priorities. HES has earned the trust of over 150 education partners across 29 states. We employ 13,000 dedicated team members and maintain more than 200 million square feet daily.

Job Skills / Requirements

The Trash and Grounds Technician is responsible for the collection, transportation, and disposal of waste from residence halls, campus buildings, and outdoor receptacles. This position helps maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming campus environment by ensuring timely waste removal and addressing litter throughout the campus grounds.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Collect and remove trash from residence halls, dormitory buildings, and designated campus facilities.
• Service and empty outdoor trash receptacles and waste collection stations.
• Transport collected waste and operate approved equipment to dispose of trash into designated compactors.
• Maintain cleanliness around dumpsters, compactors, and waste storage areas.
• Monitor waste collection areas and report damaged receptacles, safety concerns, or maintenance issues.
• Assist with special cleanup projects and campus-wide waste management initiatives as assigned.
• Follow all safety procedures, environmental regulations, and company policies related to waste handling and equipment operation.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform physical labor, including lifting, pushing, pulling, and walking for extended periods.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Basic knowledge of safe waste-handling practices preferred.
• Commitment to maintaining a clean, safe, and professional campus environment.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Requires frequent lifting, bending, walking, and operation of waste collection equipment.

Job Goal: To support a clean, safe, and attractive campus by providing efficient waste collection, disposal, and grounds-cleaning services throughout residence halls and campus properties.

Additional Information / Benefits

HES Facilities Management is an equal opportunity employer. HES Facilities Management does not discriminate in employment with regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

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