Household Waste Specialist

Lee County Government•Fort Myers, FL

About The Position

Lee County is seeking dependable, safety-focused individuals to join its Solid Waste team. Household Waste Specialists help protect the environment by safely collecting, sorting, and preparing household chemical and electronic waste for disposal or recycling. This hands-on public service role supports environmental safety and public health in Lee County. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and related work experience, and six months of experience in a relevant environment. A valid Florida Class B Commercial Learner’s Permit is required for employment, and the employee must obtain a Florida Class B Commercial Driver’s License within six months of hire. The position is safety-sensitive and subject to DOT Drug and Alcohol Workplace Testing requirements. The employer provides and pays for required training and certifications, including HAZWOPER courses, DOT hazardous materials shipping and manifesting training, and forklift certification. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM, with work on the first Saturday of each month unless it falls on or near a holiday. Occasional additional hours may be required for off-site collection events or operational needs. County employees may also be required to work before, during, or after emergencies, potentially outside their normal duties, location, or schedule.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and related work experience.
Six months of experience in waste management, hazardous materials handling, recycling, sanitation, warehouse operations, public works, or a similar environment.
Ability to work in a safety-sensitive role and comply with DOT Drug & Alcohol testing requirements.
Valid Florida Class B Commercial Learner’s Permit required for employment.
Must obtain a Florida Class B Commercial Driver’s License within six months of hire.

Nice To Haves

Experience driving box trucks or other large vehicles.
Forklift experience or certification.

Responsibilities

Collect, sort, and prepare household chemical and electronic waste for safe disposal or recycling.
Safely handle materials including paints, solvents, pesticides, pool chemicals, batteries, electronics, and fluorescent bulbs.
Classify and segregate materials by hazard class, including flammable, corrosive, toxic, and reactive materials.
Package, label, and prepare materials for shipment in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Transport materials to vendors and special collection events using a box truck.
Maintain accurate records, reports, and shipping manifests in compliance with FDEP and DOT regulations.
Support recycling operations and secure document destruction processes.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Work before, during, or after emergencies as needed, including duties outside the usual position scope, location, or schedule.