Recycling Specialist I

University of Central Florida•Orlando, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Recycling Specialist I is responsible for refuse management at the University of Central Florida. The position collects and transports refuse and recyclable materials from campus locations, supports campus cleanup, and performs related landscape and equipment maintenance. The role also coordinates special collections with customers, maintains refuse containers, and monitors materials for contamination and improperly discarded hazardous items. This position works on-site at UCF, with travel to locations on and off campus for University business. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. A physical examination must be completed and passed. The position requires a valid Class E driver’s license and may require respiratory training and related medical examinations.

Requirements

Completion of 9th grade.
Valid Class E driver’s license.
Must complete and pass a physical examination.
Must be able to work on-site at UCF as the primary work location.
Must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer; visa sponsorship and H-1B transfers are not available.
Ability to operate a vehicle as necessary and to operate essential tools and equipment.
Ability to communicate in conversational English to work effectively with customers and team members.
Ability to comprehend standard safety procedures and use telecommunication devices.
Ability to adapt to assignments.
Capabilities in interpersonal skills, memory, attention to detail, calculation, reading, evaluation, comprehension, and organization.
Ability to use EH&S-approved chemicals to perform essential job functions.

Nice To Haves

Ability to use standard office software applications for work order systems such as the Integrated Work Management System (IWMS).

Responsibilities

Drive and operate recycling trucks, state trucks with power lifting and dumping mechanisms, pickup trucks, and associated lifting devices; perform occasional heavy lifting.
Collect refuse materials from campus locations daily, transport and unload materials into containers and facilities, and transport materials off site when appropriate.
Clean campus areas by picking up refuse and emptying receptacles.
Perform assigned phases of landscape maintenance and installation and maintain equipment as directed by the immediate supervisor.
Monitor and wash vehicles and equipment to support safe operation, proper use, and compliance with state and municipal regulations.
Conduct special collections of refuse and recyclable or other items, including appliances, computers, furniture, equipment, and papers.
Coordinate pickup times with customers and meet with them to assess disposal needs.
Perform minor repairs, maintenance, and painting of refuse containers and receptacles; maintain container lids and locks.
Periodically inspect and inventory containers.
Monitor the contamination quality of collected materials and identify improperly disposed hazardous materials.
Pick up small supplies needed for daily tasks, such as gloves, cleaner, and tools.
Use EH&S-approved chemicals to perform essential job functions.
Operate electronic equipment, including an iPod touch for AiM PM checkpoints, and use telecommunication devices and standard office software for work order systems such as IWMS.