Recycling Sorter
Metro Waste Authority•Grimes, IA
•Onsite
About The Position
The recycling sorter is responsible for sorting recyclables and removing unaccepted material from the waste stream to meet quality control metrics. Performs general cleaning and organization to contribute to overall efficient operations.
Requirements
- None
Nice To Haves
- Valid driver's license
- High school diploma or equivalent
- CPR/First-Aid Certification
Responsibilities
- Sorts recyclables and removes unacceptable material from the recycling stream delivered to the facility.
- Communicates to lead and/or supervisor if equipment is not properly functioning or handling the inbound material.
- Sorts and transports salvage items to designated areas.
- Adheres to facility cleanliness, organizational systems, and facility standard work procedures while maintaining a vision for continuous improvement.
- Enters machinery for daily maintenance.
- Removes contamination from processed bales
- Operates skid loader, mini loader, forklift, side by side and lawn mowers
- Operates equipment and uses hand tools to maintain Grimes campus grounds and other MWA facilities as needed.
- Cleans up debris and litter by means of physical labor, gives related training and work instruction to helpers and temporary employees, and operates specialized equipment used in litter control.
- Provides courteous external and internal customer service according to MWA Customer Service standards.
- Assists with campus snow removal
- Assists with can redemption and compost sales
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
