Waste & Grounds Technician - Events, Snow, & Equipment

Dartmouth College; Hanover (NH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Dartmouth College seeks a team-oriented worker to perform a wide range of physical tasks, including waste collection, sorting, and disposal from the campus. The role also supports event setups, moves furniture and equipment, and operates medium and light machinery as needed.

Under supervision, you will contribute to campus operations, snow removal, and daily maintenance, with overtime as required. This onsite position at Hanover, NH requires a valid DOT physical and safety training completion.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years relevant experience in waste collection or related field.
• Ability to operate a range of medium and small equipment.
• Willingness to work overtime and in all weather conditions.
• Must pass a DOT physical and annual hearing test.
• Must complete Driver Safety, Forklift, Lockout/Tagout, Confined Spaces and Hazard Communication training.

Responsibilities

• Assist with collection, sorting, and disposal of bulk and recycled materials.
• Move debris and waste from outdoor areas to loading docks for disposal.
• Support setup and takedown for campus events (commencement, reunions, conferences).
• Transport and store furniture and supplies between campus locations.
• Operate and maintain a variety of medium and light equipment as required.

Skills

2+ years experience

Equipment operation

Strong communication

Autonomy

Overtime eligibility

DOT exam readiness

Hearing test

Driver Safety training

Education

High School diploma or equivalency

Tools

Forklift operation

Compactor operation

Job description

Dartmouth College seeks a team-oriented worker to perform a wide range of physical tasks, including waste collection, sorting, and disposal from the campus. The role also supports event setups, moves furniture and equipment, and operates medium and light machinery as needed.

Under supervision, you will contribute to campus operations, snow removal, and daily maintenance, with overtime as required. This onsite position at Hanover, NH requires a valid DOT physical and safety training completion.