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Recycling Technician

Applications Close: Oct 12, 2026

University of North Carolina Wilmington

University of North Carolina Wilmington, Hoggart Building, 601 College Rd, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA

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Recycling Technician

Benefits of Working at UNCW:
At the University of North Carolina Wilmington, we are driven by a clear purpose: to empower student success, advance innovation, and strengthen the communities we serve. Guided by our strategic vision and commitment to excellence, UNCW offers a dynamic and collaborative environment where employees can make meaningful contributions while growing their careers.Located in coastal North Carolina, UNCW combines the energy of a thriving academic community with the natural beauty of nearby beaches and outdoor spaces. Here, professional opportunity is balanced with an exceptional quality of life—creating a workplace where you can thrive both personally and professionally.As a member of the Seahawk community, you'll benefit from a culture that values well-being, lifelong learning, and connection. UNCW offers a competitive and flexible benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and professional growth. From comprehensive health coverage and retirement options to generous paid leave, tuition opportunities within the UNC System, learning and development opportunities, and wellness programs, UNCW is committed to helping you thrive both at work and in your personal life.

Recruitment Range: $33,540 – $37,594The salary range advertised is the designated recruitment range for this classification. Final salary offers will be determined by the candidate's education, relevant experience, internal equity alignment, and departmental budgetary param
Vacancy Number: S02891
Competency Level: Journey
Location of Workplace: Main UNCW Campus
Home Department: Warehouse & Surplus - 35411
Division:

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:
The mission of the University of North Carolina Wilmington Recycling Program is to provide waste diversion services, protect the environment, and promote sustainability initiatives in order to ensure a safe and healthy community for current and future generations. The goal of the program is to educate about the positive impacts they can make on the environment by reducing our waste while preserving both the beauty of our campus and the environment through recycling.

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College/School Information:

University Information:
The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state's coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking.

A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation's only bachelor's degree program focused on coastal engineering.

The university's efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of "Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity" institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.

Location of Workplace: Main UNCW Campus

Brief Summary of Work for this Position:
The Recycling Technician supports the Recycling Services section and its efforts to reduce volumes of solid waste through diversion of materials from the solid waste stream.

Responsibilities include:

Collect recyclable materials from designated areas throughout the campus according to established procedures and the North Carolina Waste Management Act.

Weigh and record materials arriving or departing the facilities.

Sort and separate materials to include paper, plastic, metal, glass, and wood.

Separate, inspect, count, and containerize recyclables.

Operate a variety of recycling equipment and vehicles, such as baling machines.

Load and weigh containers for processing & transportation.

Operate scales to properly weigh recyclables and baled materials.

Instruct patrons in proper recycling techniques and facility rules/guidelines.

Ensure the cleanliness of the recycling facility.

Communicates with university employees, departments, outside agencies, and the public regarding recycling program compliance.

Maintain Recycling Center in a clean, well-organized manner, avoiding clutter and potential fire hazards.

Answer questions and promote the recycling program to students, faculty, and staff; instructs students, faculty, and staff on appropriate materials to place in containers.

Operate and perform basic maintenance of recycling equipment as required.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
Some knowledge of cleaning procedures, ability to follow instructions and to perform medium to heavy physical work; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

Ability to follow oral and written instructions
Physical stamina to work long periods in an outside environment
Ability to communicate well in verbal and written form
Ability to lift a minimum of 100 pounds
Ability to work alone as well as with other people
Reading and math skills
Ability to learn new procedures, concepts, and techniques
A high degree of motivation and enthusiasm for the success of the recycling program

Required Certifications or Licensures:

Valid NC driver's license.

FTE: 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)
Months Per Year: 12 Months
Work Days: Monday - Friday
Work Hours: 7:30am- 4:30pm
Type of Position: Permanent
Anticipated Ending Date if Time-Limited:
Position Number: S02891
Job Posting Date: 08/10/2026
Posting Close Date: 08/22/2026
Number of Openings: Single Incumbent

Special Notes to Applicants:
PLEASE NOTE: This posting will close at 11:59PM (Eastern time) on the posted closing date. To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application, including the 'Work History' section before you apply for this position. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.

This position is being recruited at the Journey level. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

Eligibility for Employment:
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/9756498"">https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/40413

UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents - except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.

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