Waste Processing Technician

Covanta; Asheboro (NC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Benefits start first day

Wellness Program Incentives & Rewards

401k match up to 7%

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Disability Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

Reworld is seeking a Waste Processing Technician I to join our Sustainable Site Solutions team. This entry-level role performs on-site waste collection and processing, operating forklifts, compactors, and balers under direction of the Project Manager.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, 1+ year shipping/receiving experience, forklift familiarity, and strong attention to detail. We offer comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED preferred; GED Works program offered for employees to achieve GED.
• 1+ year of experience in shipping/receiving like environment.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Able to pass respirator fit test.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment such as fork trucks, balers, compactors, etc.
• Process waste materials into like commodities or in accordance with vendor specifications
• General housekeeping. Sweeping, washing and other maintenance of the area Covanta is responsible for
• Preventative Maintenance paperwork for equipment
• Loading/Unloading of van trailers and/or flat beds
• Managing collection points within a client's facility
• Ability to demonstrate how actions support Reworld Values and Behaviors (Safe and Inclusive Workplace, Delivering Results through Trust and Building Breakthrough Capabilities)
• Interact with plant personnel to determine needs of the local areas

Skills

Forklift operation

Shipping/receiving

PPE safety

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Problem solving

Detail oriented

Education

High School Diploma

GED Works program available

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

Who we are

For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes.

Our Vision

Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.

Our Business

Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.

Our Value

Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world's largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world.

About the role

The Waste Processing Technician I (WPTI) is an entry-level position within the Sustainable Site Solutions division of Reworld. The WPTI is responsible for the collection and processing of waste material from their client's facility. The WPTI takes their direction from the Project Manager when applicable. The WPTI will utilize various forms of machinery to perform their everyday tasks, including forklifts, compactors, and balers. This position will handle various types of waste during their daily routine and is expected to be safety conscious and understand the correct PPE to utilize during their tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment such as fork trucks, balers, compactors, etc.
• Process waste materials into like commodities or in accordance with vendor specifications
• General housekeeping. Sweeping, washing and other maintenance of the area(s) Covanta is responsible for
• Preventative Maintenance paperwork for equipment
• Loading/Unloading of van trailers and/or flat beds
• Managing collection points within a client's facility
• Ability to demonstrate how your actions support Reworld Values and Behaviors, including Safe and Inclusive Workplace, Delivering Results through Trust and Building Breakthrough Capabilities.
• Interact with plant personnel to determine needs of the local areas

Requirements

• High School Diploma / GED preferred; Reworld offers GED Works - a fully funded program for employees to achieve their GED
• 1+ year of experience in shipping/receiving like environment
• Forklift experience preferred
• Able to pass respirator fit test
• Building Breakthrough Capabilities.
• Ability to utilize NetSuite
• Ability to demonstrate how your actions support Reworld Values and Behaviors, including Safe and Inclusive Workplace, Delivering Results through Trust and Building Breakthrough Capabilities.
• Must exercise good judgement and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrate attention to detail and time management
• Ability to use Microsoft Office, specifically Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Physical Demands

• Must be able to operate forklifts, hand trucks, and other power tools
• Must be able to lift and move up to 50 pounds
• Kneeling, crawling, stooping, bending, or twisting for extended periods of time
• Walking and/or standing and/or sitting for extended periods of time
• Position requires working near and around operating mechanical parts and mobile equipment

What Reworld Offers You

• Health Care Benefits - start first day of employment.
• Wellness Program Incentives & Rewards
• 401k - match up to 7%
• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Bonus

All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.

Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

Pay Transparency

Reworld is committed to paying its staff equitably, and we strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits packages. The range below reflects Reworld's reasonable estimate of base pay for this role based on primary posting location. It is expected that most qualified candidates in this location will fall within the posting range. The final salary offered for this role will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to: experience, education, geographic location, skills and competencies, travel requirements and/or union contracts (if applicable). Pay ranges are reviewed from time to time and may be modified in the future.

The pay range for the primary location of this position is: 17.12 - 22.74 USD per hour

Reworld provides an industry-leading benefits package that supports the whole person-and their families-through a balanced approach to mental, physical, and financial wellbeing. Regular full-time employees based in the USA have access to comprehensive medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision coverage, FSA, HSA, short- and long-term disability benefits. Our 401(k) plan is industry-leading, with an up to 7% company match. Additional benefits include Company-paid life and AD&D insurance, EAP, paid parental leave, and educational assistance. For more information regarding these offerings, please visit the Reworld Careers Benefits Page. Reworldreserves the right to amend, suspend or terminate any benefit plan, in whole or in part, at any time.

Our DEI Commitment

Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Reworld may sometimesselectively collaborate with staffing agencies and search firms (Agencies). Reworld will only consider candidates from Agencies with whom a signed agreement and a duly authorized work order (for a specific role)has been duly executed. Any unsolicited candidate submissions or candidate submissions from Agencies that do not meet these criteria, will be deemed invalid and ineligible for any fees.