Utility Worker

WM (Waste Management); Reno (NV); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

401K with match

Stock options

Paid vacation

Holidays and personal days

Dependent day care

Job summary

WM (Waste Management) is seeking a hands-on technician to wash, repair, and paint containers, and manage container movement in the yard. You will perform axle repairs and monitor inventory while supporting loading/unloading of containers.

The role emphasizes safety, on-site duties, and contributing to the reliability of WM’s container fleet. This position offers growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 4 years of relevant work experience.
• Willing to perform painting, cleaning, and minor repairs.
• Ability to move containers and operate yard equipment.

Responsibilities

• Reads work order or receives instructions from supervisor regarding minor painting and/or completing minor repairs on assigned containers.
• Performs minor container repairs, such as axle repair/replacement.
• Washes container interior or exteriors as needed.
• Moves containers in the yard.
• Loads and unloads both new and used containers from trucks.
• Performs minor painting duties.
• Responsible for monitoring the site's container inventory.

Skills

4 years of relevant work experience

Job description

Pay Range: $28.45

Shift: Mon - Fri with Night shift 12pm - 8:30pm

What is the value of a WM Job? At WM we know that the value of a WM job is more than a paycheck. It's a way to create opportunities for you and your family. This is why we are constantly working to make WM a great place to work and grow a career.

We Are Always Working For A Sustainable Tomorrow : Our mission is to leave the world a better place than we found it by helping its inhabitants find purpose in becoming its caretakers.

We Are People First : The members of the WM family are the foundation for our success. We foster an environment where all teammates feel welcomed, valued and seen.

We Are Committed to Your Growth : Your Tomorrow Education Assistance Program, paid on-the-job training, and established career progression.

We Are Stable : From the front line to the corporate offices, our team members perform essential and meaningful work.

We Are a Family : At WM we are over 60,000 people - from many places and many backgrounds, and it is our amazing differences that make us stronger.

We Are Investing in You : Amazing Medical, Dental & Vision, 401K with match, discounted stock options, dependent day care, and more!

I. Job Summary

Washes, repairs and/or performs limited painting duties in an effort to clean, cover and/or protect interior or exterior surfaces of containers. Performs minor repairs, such as axle repair/replacement, on assigned containers. Responsible for the movement of containers within the yard, the loading and unloading of new and used containers, and monitoring the container inventory.

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Reads work order or receives instructions from supervisor regarding minor painting and/or completing minor repairs on assigned containers.


• Performs minor container repairs, such as axle repair/replacement.


• Washes container interior or exteriors as needed.


• Moves containers in the yard.


• Loads and unloads both new and used containers from trucks.


• Performs minor painting duties.


• Responsible for monitoring the site's container inventory.


• Performs general duties and responsibilities as required.

III. Qualifications

A. Required Qualifications

• 4 years of relevant work experience

IV. Physical Requirements

Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

This role is designated as safety sensitive and will require the successful candidate to strictly comply with all safety rules and protocols. As part of the ongoing employment requirements, the successful candidate may be subject to drug and alcohol testing-including pre‑employment screening, post‑incident evaluations, reasonable suspicion checks, and random testing-in accordance with government regulations and company policies.

Pay : The expected base pay range for this on-site position is $28.45. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a successful candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location

V. Benefits

At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability. In addition, we offer a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), and more. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.