Waste Tech

Ally Waste•San Diego, CA

About The Position

As a Waste Tech, you’ll support clean and well-maintained apartment communities through daily trash and recycling services. This active, outdoor role includes servicing waste areas, driving routes, and documenting work through a mobile app. The company seeks reliable team members who work hard, stay consistent, and care about delivering great service. The schedule is full-time, Monday through Friday, with a 4:00 AM start. Overtime may be required. Pay is $21.50–$22.50 per hour, depending on experience. Ally Waste is a nationally recognized valet trash and recycling provider serving apartment communities, student housing, and senior living facilities across the country. Its mission is to keep communities cleaner, residents happier, and properties running smoothly. The company emphasizes investing in its team, maintaining high standards, and treating colleagues, clients, and residents with respect. Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of background screening, motor vehicle record review, and drug testing, as relevant to the position and in accordance with applicable laws. Screening may include marijuana testing where permitted. Compliance with screening requirements is a condition of employment.

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 lbs and push or maneuver equipment over 500 lbs.
Comfortable safely stepping in and out of a vehicle and waste containers using a ladder.
Ability to work independently and maintain pace through 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 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.