Waste Tech

Ally Waste • Sunnyvale, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Waste Tech, you’ll support clean, well-maintained apartment communities by providing daily trash and recycling services. This active, outdoor role involves servicing waste areas, driving an assigned route, and documenting completed work through a mobile app. The role is full-time, Monday through Friday, with a start time of 3:00 a.m. and an end time of 11:30 a.m. Overtime may be required. Pay is $22.00–$23.00 per hour, depending on experience.

The position serves apartment communities, student housing, and senior living facilities. Employment may be contingent upon successful background screening, motor vehicle record review, and drug testing, as relevant to the position and applicable laws. Screening may include marijuana testing where permitted by regulations.

Requirements

• Valid non-CDL driver’s license with at least two consecutive years of licensed driving.
• Clean driving record, verified after offer.
• Ability to frequently lift 50–80 pounds and push or maneuver equipment weighing over 500 pounds.
• Ability to safely step in and out of a vehicle and waste containers using a ladder.
• Ability to work independently and maintain pace throughout a full shift.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in waste management, facilities, landscaping, or a similar outdoor labor role.
• Familiarity with recycling guidelines and proper waste handling practices.
• Customer-facing experience in a service environment.

Responsibilities

• Drive a company truck and trailer to service properties along an assigned daily route.
• Move bins for hauler pickup using on-site equipment.
• Sort trash, recycling, and compostables according to company procedures.
• Compact and redistribute materials in bins to maximize space and efficiency.
• Sweep and maintain trash enclosures, trash rooms, and trash chutes.
• Remove bulky items such as furniture, mattresses, and equipment as needed.
• Identify and safely handle hazardous materials according to training.
• Document completed services with photos using the company mobile app.
• Promptly communicate service issues, property concerns, or access problems to management.
• Build positive working relationships with property teams and residents.
• Participate in vehicle inspections and immediately report equipment issues, accidents, or incidents.

Benefits

• Paid time off accrual
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• 401(k)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Work boot reimbursement
• Referral bonus program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed