Waste Vehicle Crew

PeopleReady; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

PeopleReady of Knoxville, TN is hiring Waste Vehicle Crew Members. Ride on the back of a garbage truck, assist with routes and guide vehicles to disposal sites. Roles require enduring physical tasks and lifting 50lbs+ daily in varying weather. Benefits include next-day pay and flexible shifts via JobStack.

Applicants must be 18+, able to lift 50lbs+, and perform routine solid waste collection duties. Training provided; join a nationwide staffing team today.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to lift 50lbs or more continuously during route.
• Able to work in inclement weather.
• Physically demanding work environment.
• Knowledge of routines for solid waste collection and disposal.

Responsibilities

• Ride on the back of a garbage truck, collecting waste on a designated route.
• Direct the driver when exiting into traffic and backing up; guide other vehicles to the dump area.
• Follow standardized work routines for solid waste collection operations.
• Check vehicle safety, perform minor servicing, report needed repairs.
• Assist the driver during runs and lift 100+ lbs many times daily.
• Work in all weather conditions.

Skills

Lift 50 lbs+

Physically demanding

Weather resistant

Climb / reach / bend

Route knowledge

Job description

Waste Vehicle Crew

PeopleReady of Knoxville, TN is now hiring Waste Vehicle Crew Members!

As a PeopleReady associate you'll benefit from:

• Next-day pay for many of our open positions
• The choice of long‑term positions for steady work or short‑term positions for extra cash
• The convenience of applying for and accepting jobs right from our mobile app, JobStack! Text "READY" to 81555 to download JobStack and get started today

Pay Rate:

The pay rate for this job is $14 - $14 / hour. This range is a goodfaith estimate based on factors such as relevant skills, experience, education, training, geographic location and other considerations permitted by law. An employee's pay history will not be a contributing factor where prohibited by local law. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis unless a deadline is otherwise stated.

What you'll be doing as a Waste Vehicle Crew:

• Ride on the back of a garbage collection truck, collecting solid waste on a designated route.
• Direct the driver when pulling out into traffic and backing up, and guide incoming vehicles to the dumping area at solid waste disposal facilities
• Have knowledge of standardized work routines for manual tasks and the operation of collection vehicles in solid waste operations
• Check the operating and safety conditions of vehicles, perform minor servicing, and report needed repairs or maintenance
• Assist the driver with various tasks during waste runs and be able to lift 100+ lbs many times throughout the day
• Be able to work in all weather conditions

Available shifts:

Shift Timings: All Available

Job requirements:

• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment with PeopleReady
• Must be 18 or older Ability to lift 50lbs or more continuously during route
• Able to work in inclement weather
• Physically demanding work
• Knowledge of work routines and procedures in collecting solid waste materials for disposal, reuse, and recycling
• Ability to carry, reach, bend, push, pull, and climb during route

Employees and their eligible dependents are offered Medical/Dental/Vision insurance and short‑term disability. More details about our benefits can be found by copying and pasting this URL into your browser: https://flimp.live/TrueBlueAssociates

PeopleReady considers all applicants for employment regardless of background, in compliance with applicable laws regarding fair hiring practices. PeopleReady is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristics protected by law. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with applicable law.

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PeopleReady is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religious affiliation, color, national origin, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by law. We will get to know you and connect you with jobs that match your skills, experience and preferences. We work hard every single day to find jobs so each employee has opportunity and variety in their work.