Front Door Waste Technician-Cortland Hickory Hollow

Cortland•Antioch, TN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

As the Front Door Waste Technician, you’ll manage daily waste collection and onsite disposal for a multifamily apartment community, ensuring clean, safe, and well-maintained common areas and resident spaces. This role involves collecting resident waste, transferring it to designated disposal areas, operating compactors, and maintaining the cleanliness and safety of various common spaces. You will also provide valet trash services by walking property routes, including stairs. A key aspect of the role is monitoring for improper waste disposal and taking appropriate action, as well as cleaning up spills and maintaining the compactor areas. Adherence to EPA, OSHA, and company safety policies is crucial. The position also requires interacting professionally with residents, staff, and management, logging activities through a mobile app, and maintaining a visible and communicative presence onsite.

Requirements

At least one year of experience in waste services or a customer-focused role
Knowledge of EPA and OSHA regulations related to waste handling and safety
Strong customer service and communication skills
Ability to read and follow written instructions and operate basic equipment
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and tolerate strong odors
Physical ability to climb stairs, walk long distances, and lift up to 50 lbs
Valid driver’s license
Personal smartphone (Android 2.2+ or iPhone iOS 4.3+) with data plan and active email for documentation

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent
Bilingual ability is a plus
Ability to drive locally as needed

Responsibilities

Collect resident waste bags and place them into leak-proof hampers or carts for transport.
Transfer waste from carts into the designated vehicle and dispose into onsite compactors or containers.
Safely operate compactors as needed and clear debris or obstructions from the area.
Remove trash from dog waste stations, pool areas, mail kiosks, and other common spaces.
Walk property routes (including stairs) to provide valet trash services.
Monitor for improper or prohibited waste; take appropriate action when identified.
Clean spills, surrounding doorsteps, sidewalks, parking lots, and compactor areas.
Follow all department productivity requirements to complete routes efficiently.
Adhere to EPA, OSHA, and all company safety policies and procedures.
Interact with residents, staff, and management professionally and courteously each day.
Log start/end times and complete required reporting through a mobile app, including photos.
Maintain a high level of visibility and consistent communication while onsite.