WASTE Collector, Recycling

Waste Collector

UW Recycling in UW Building Services Department has an outstanding opportunity for a Waste Collector to join their team.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Waste Collector is responsible for collecting garbage and commingled recyclable materials around the University's central campus with a rear load packer truck or box truck.

This position is for a full-time Waste Collector at the University of Washington Seattle Campus with hours of Monday through Friday, 5:00 am – 1:30 pm.

Key Responsibilities – 100%

• Perform pre-trip vehicle inspections and minor service on the assigned vehicle (such as checking tires and filling windshield fluid)
• Drive rear load packer truck or box truck to collect garbage, cardboard, cans, bottles and commingled recyclable materials from recycling containers and/or collection locations located around the University's central campus
• Update mobile web application indicating status of each route stop and work order (completed, tripped, contaminated, etc.)
• Clean area around containers, sweep up debris and spills after servicing dumpsters
• Off-load waste at approved City of Seattle disposal facilities and/or other designated locations
• Report malfunctions, repair requirements, hazardous conditions or unsafe work practices to the supervisor
• Ensure all safety measures appropriate for operation of assigned vehicles are consistently and efficiently applied
• Provide ongoing information to supervisor regarding the performance of vendors the University has selected to provide additional waste collection services beyond the duties of UW waste collectors
• Participate in the development and implementation of goals, performance measures, and continuous improvement of service
• Operate a smartphone and respond within 15 minutes
• Clean interior and exterior of vehicle and equipment as required
• Remove posters, stickers and/or graffiti from containers
• Assist litter collectors as needed with waste disposal
• Comply with safety policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications To be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications and additional qualifications listed below. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification and/or registration.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to read and write
• Possession of a valid State driver's license.
• Physical ability to perform heavy outdoor work
• Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

Additional Qualifications

• Have and maintain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class B with the air brake restriction removed.
• Pre-employment drug test is required coupled with participation in an ongoing random drug/alcohol testing program in compliance with Federal DOT regulations.
• Regular and predictable attendance is required.
• Familiarity with principles and practices of job site safety, potential job hazards, and state and local regulations including applicable waste regulation.
• Physical ability to do required work, including performing outdoor work with heavy equipment and materials.
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers, supervisors and customers.
• Work harmoniously and respectfully with staff and campus community.
• Wear approved hearing protection and other personal protective equipment as provided by employer.
• Approved safety shoes must be provided at the expense of the employee and worn on the job.
• Lifting, pushing or pulling 0-50 lbs. frequently; 51-75 lbs. frequently; 76-100 lbs. frequently; 100 lbs.+ occasionally with assistance.

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year of full-time experience as a truck driver, similar work OR equivalent education/experience
• Must be able to follow written and/or verbal instructions and communicate in English regarding the use of chemicals, supplies, and equipment

Working Conditions

• Load contents into packer truck, box truck, pick-up truck and/or collection hopper
• Physical ability to perform heavy outdoor work
• Must be…