Recycling Technician I
About The Position
The Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet's Division of Waste Management, Recycling and Local Assistance, Government Recycling Section is hiring a Recycling Technician I in Franklin County. Under direct supervision, the technician helps recover recyclable materials and handles confidential records securely, including medical, tax, law enforcement, financial, and personnel records. The role operates large trucks and specialized recycling equipment and performs other duties as required. The technician collects, processes, and helps market recyclable paper and cardboard from state office buildings, including operating a 20-foot box truck. The position also supports certified destruction of confidential records, completes recycling operations documentation, operates and routinely maintains specialized recycling and warehouse equipment, and keeps warehouse areas, vehicles, and equipment clean and organized. The technician provides technical assistance and guidance to state agencies on recycling, document destruction, purges, cleanouts, and moves. The role is based in a recycling center and requires driving a 20-foot box truck in city traffic. The selected candidate may be authorized to telecommute, though the agency may modify or end that arrangement. The position involves frequent communication, extended periods on one's feet, heavy lifting and work in uncomfortable positions, and exposure to dangerous working conditions including rough terrain. Overtime or alternate schedules may be required.
Requirements
- High school graduate.
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
- Must maintain any required licenses, certifications, or other credentials for the length of employment.
- Must be able to lift materials up to 70 pounds and push recycling carts weighing up to 800 pounds.
- Experience in programs involving recycling materials may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with industrial or commercial equipment.
Responsibilities
- Assist in collecting, processing, and marketing recyclable paper and cardboard from state office buildings, including safely operating a 20-foot box truck under direct supervision.
- Learn to properly handle, secure, and arrange certified destruction of confidential records.
- Complete recycling operations documentation, including chain-of-custody logs, manifests, bills of lading, and cart loan agreements.
- Operate and perform routine maintenance on baling, shredding, recyclable-material processing, and other warehouse equipment under direct supervision.
- Maintain an organized work environment and clean warehouse areas, recycling vehicles, and equipment daily.
- Provide technical assistance, support, and guidance to state agencies regarding recycling, document destruction, document purges and cleanouts, and moves.
- Perform other duties as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
