Waste Technician

SBM Management Services, LP; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

SBM Management Services, LP is seeking a Waste Technician to collect and sort municipal waste, including trash, recycling, and medical/hazardous waste, at client facilities. You will weigh materials, maintain records, and ensure safe, clean operations.

This role requires basic education (HS diploma/GED) and relevant waste experience; forklift and CPR/First Aid certifications are a plus. The position is a daytime, on-site role with standard safety expectations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 1-2 years recycling or solid waste experience.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Vaccination records may be required; CPR/First Aid Certification a plus.
• Forklift certification may be required.
• Hazardous waste handler training per RCRA may be required.

Responsibilities

• Collect trash, recycle, medical and hazardous waste.
• Sort materials by type and inspect for compliance.
• Weigh materials and keep waste records.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow safety rules.
• Operate heavy machinery as required.
• Work in a team and communicate professionally.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Bilingual

Reading instructions

Cleaning knowledge

Chemicals handling

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

CPR/AED/First Aid

Hazardous waste training (RCRA)

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Title: Waste Technician

Job Overview

The Waste Technician collects general Municipal Solid Waste (trash, recycling, medical and hazardous waste) generated at client facility and categorize by material type. Collection, hauling, store and processing of pre-sorted waste and disposal of post sorted waste into dumpsters, compactors, bailors, or trailers.

Roles & Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Required to collect trash, recycle, medical and or hazardous waste. Will be trained on the collecting, consolidating and or sorting process. Will be expected to collect, consolidate, and or sort materials into the assigned categories efficiently and accurately. Inspects materials and sort items or materials according to type, size, condition, coloring, marking, or other characteristics. Weighs materials and containers and keeps records of the total amount of waste collected as requested. Maintains work area areas during the shift in a clean and orderly manner. Sweep and pick up trash around dumpsters, utility courtyards, docks, and fence lines. Maintain a clean working area. Collection, hauling and processing of pre-sorted waste and disposal of post sorted waste into dumpsters or compactors. Establishes secondary jobs to ensure always busy Comply with safety rules, policies, and procedures. Stop at risk behavior of others and self. Perform work assignments in a team with other employees. Perform repetitive tasks. Follow all company procedures, policies, and rules. Ensure you are up to date on all site required trainings. Take direction and respond to supervision. Talk with lead, supervisor, co-workers, managers, and customers in a professional manner. Use proper personal protective equipment. Present a professional appearance and conduct. Understand customer service and satisfaction. Other duties as assigned.

Qualification

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Skills and Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED with 1-2 years recycling or solid waste experience in a company environment or equivalent combination of training and experiences.

Motor Vehicle Report

Requires Experience operating heavy machinery.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

May be required to be vaccinated and provide proof of vaccination records upon employment: Influenza, DTap (Diphtheria, Tetanus, and Pertussis), Meningitis, Meningitis B, Polio, Rabies, Yellow Fever. CPR/AED/First Aid Certification a plus May be required to possess a valid driver’s license Complete all safety and task training certification May be required to become forklift certified May be required to have hazardous waste handler training per RCRA

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Bilingual a plus Ability to read and interpret instructions, procedures, manuals, and other documents Strong verbal and written communication skills Knowledge of cleaning methods, equipment, and willingness to share with team Knowledge of the upkeep and care of cleaning equipment Knowledge of cleaning compounds and chemicals, and their safe, efficient use

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. Work will be performed outside (weather permitting). Work will be performed standing for 40%-60% of the shift. Work will be performed at table height. Work will be performed frequent driving about 40%-50% of the shift.

Compensation and Shift

Monday-Friday 7am-3:30pm $20/hr.

Benefits

SBM offers comprehensive benefit packages. For information about SBM's benefits, please visit SBM's website at: www.sbmmanagement.com/careers

Careers – SBM

SBM Management Services, LP and its affiliates are proud to be equal opportunity workplaces. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, sex, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status, or other legally protected status.

At SBM, we deliver soft services facilities management through innovative technology, exceptional quality, and empowered associates on a global scale. Our approach is centered on providing scalable, predictable, and repeatable results across space types. With our experience in state-of-the- art facilities and continuously evolving processes, we ensure that our clients experience unmatched service excellence to support our clients’ most ambitious missions.