Waste & Recycling Material Handler

ABM Industries; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Veteran friendly employer

Job summary

ABM Industries is seeking a Waste Material Handler to collect, transport, process, and organize waste and recyclables across designated areas. You will use site equipment like balers and pallets while maintaining a safe, respectful work environment.

The role requires physical endurance, ability to lift 10+ pounds, and strict adherence to safety standards. ABM emphasizes benefits and veteran-friendly hiring practices.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High school diploma not required.
• Must pass all site badge requirements including background check.
• Experience in waste handling, recycling, warehouse support, janitorial support, or general labor preferred.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment.
• Ability to follow site safety procedures and directions from supervisors.
• Experience using pallet jacks, balers, or other basic material handling equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Communicate professionally with clients, teammates, and contractors.
• Operate in assigned areas and perform daily waste handling duties.
• Safely collect, transport, load, unload, sort, and stage waste and recyclable materials.
• Assist with processing materials using site equipment, including balers, when trained.
• Comply with safety, security, compliance, and quality standards established by ABM and the Client.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Communication

Tools

Pallet jacks

Balers

Job description

ABM Industries is seeking a Waste Material Handler to collect, transport, process, and organize waste and recyclables across designated areas. You will use site equipment like balers and pallets while maintaining a safe, respectful work environment.

The role requires physical endurance, ability to lift 10+ pounds, and strict adherence to safety standards. ABM emphasizes benefits and veteran-friendly hiring practices.