Waste Management Worker.

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

Job summary

Dartmouth College seeks a Waste Management Worker in Hanover, NH. The role involves collecting, sorting, and disposing of waste and recyclables across campus, operating medium and light equipment, and supporting events with setup and teardown.

Work is onsite, with a 40-hour week, Sat-Wed schedule, and a starting pay of $26.43 per hour. DOT medicals and hearing tests are required, with UNION SEIU representation guiding employment policies.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalency.
• 2+ years of relevant waste management or labor experience.
• Ability to operate and maintain medium/small equipment and vehicles.
• Strong communication and customer service orientation.
• Ability to work autonomously and in varying weather conditions.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.
• Must meet Dartmouth College Driver Safety and DOT requirements.
• Must pass annual hearing and DOT medical examination.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the collection, sorting, and disposal of waste and recyclables from campus.
• Transport waste materials to disposal locations and load/unload as needed.
• Assist with events setup and teardown and with moving furniture and equipment.
• Operate and maintain a range of equipment including compactors and trucks.
• Support snow and ice removal operations and general labor as required.

Skills

2+ years experience

Operate equipment

Customer service

Autonomy

Physical stamina

Overtime willingness

DOT fit/driver policy

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Driver Safety training

Forklift Operator

Lockout/Tagout

Hazard Communication

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

Posting date

08/17/2026

Closing date

Open Until Filled Yes

Position Number

0409000

Position Title

Waste Management Worker

Hiring Range Minimum

$26.43

Hiring Range Maximum

$26.43

Union Type

SEIU

SEIU Level

E

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Employment Category

Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year

12

Scheduled Hours per Week

40

Schedule

This position is Sat - Wed, 6:30am - 3:00pm. Days off are Thurs/Fri

Location of Position

Hanover, NH

Remote Work Eligibility?

Onsite only

Is this a term position?

No

If yes, length of term in months.

n/a

Is this a grant funded position?

No

Position Purpose

Under minimal direction from supervisory staff, performs a wide variety of often strenuous physical tasks associated with the collection, sorting and disposal of waste and recycled materials from the Dartmouth campus. In support of departmental operations and on an as-needed basis also performs snow and ice removal and labor-related activities including movement of furniture, equipment and supplies to various locations and providing support for set-up and take-down of events on campus throughout the year. Must be capable of proficiently operating a variety of medium and light equipment. This specifically includes the safe operation of compactor and other trucks associated with the collection and transport of waste and recycling in constrained locations as well as the operation of fixed compactors.

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

High School or equivalency

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge And Abilities

• 2+ years relevant experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to operate and maintain medium and small equipment.
• Strong communication skills and customer service orientation.
• Ability to work autonomously.
• Ability to perform strenuous physical activities in all weather conditions.
• Willingness and ability to work overtime as required.
• Must be qualified under the terms of the Dartmouth College Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Policy.
• Must be willing to take and pass a Department of Transportation ( DOT ) physical examination.
• Must pass an annual hearing test.
• Must successfully complete the following training prior to undertaking work to which training relates including Driver Safety, Forklift Operator, Lockout/Tagout, Confined Spaces and Hazard Communication.

Preferred Qualifications

• High level of knowledge regarding and ability to operate and maintain a wide variety of powered equipment such as jackhammers, snow blowers, pumps, and electric snakes.
• Ability to understand and apply Occupational Safety and Health Administration ( OSHA ) guidelines relating to excavation, drainage, and confined space entry.
• Ability to direct the work of and provide hands-on leadership for small work parties assigned to specific projects.

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries

Campus Services HR

Department Contact Phone Number

603-646-3605

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title

Gregory Frost

Department Contact's Phone Number

[e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.

Background Check

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

UNION POSITIONS ARE AVAILABLE TO SEIU UNION MEMBERS ONLY DURING THE FIRST WEEK OF POSTING . AFTER ONE WEEK OF POSTING , IF THE POSITION HAS NOT BEEN FILLED INTERNALLY , IT IS OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC AND OTHER MEMBERS OF THE DARTMOUTH COMMUNITY . OPEN TO UNION MEMBERS ONLY FROM 8/17/2026 THROUGH 8/24/2026.Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy

Quick Link

https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/86886

Key Accountabilities

Primary Responsibilities

• Assists with the collection, sorting, and disposal of bulk and contained solid waste, compost, universal waste and recycled materials.
• Removes debris, discarded items, and other waste material from outdoor areas and loading docks and transports for disposal.
• Assists with the set-up and take-down associated with major events on the campus, such as commencement and reunions, conferences, picnics and concerts. Includes activities such as the transport, assembly, disassembly and storage of furniture, platforms, barricades, public address, sound and lighting systems.
• Packs, loads, transports, unloads, unpacks, arranges, and stores furniture, equipment and supplies between College locations.

Percentage Of Time

• Performs assigned custodial and maintenance tasks to maintain shop area vehicles in a neat, clean and orderly condition.
• Performs snow and ice removal operations using medium and small equipment and hand tools.

Percentage Of Time

• In Support Of Duties As Assigned Above, Operates Medium And Light-duty Equipment Including But Not Limited To Types As Described Below:
  • Light Duty Equipment: Snowblower
  • Medium Duty Equipment: Sidewalk Plow with accessories; Medium Tractor with accessories; Forklift; Box Truck; Pick-Up Truck with snowplow or sander; Stake Bed Truck; Trash Compactor Truck; Telehandler

Culture and Employee Belonging

We are actively striving to make Campus Services a desired place to work in the Upper Valley, a place where people feel welcomed, where they can be their authentic selves, be heard, and feel accepted. We want this culture to be felt by those who receive our services. The way we treat one another should be the same way we treat our customers.

• Demonstrates a commitment to inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
• Participates in division wide CEB initiatives and training, including promotion of the 7 Principles (Empathy, Fairness, Dependability, Inclusivity, Consideration, Vulnerability and Respect)
• Collaborates, when appropriate, on other CEB -related initiatives within the division and College

Percentage Of Time

• Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all.
• Performs other duties as assigned