"Waste and Recycling Equipment Operator"

Waste and Recycling Equipment Operator

Company: Virginia Tech

Job Location: Blacksburg, 24061

Category: Sustainability

Type: Full-Time

Job Description

Supports the Recycling and Solid Waste Division by working as needed on either a recycling crew (office paper, cardboard, bottles and cans) or on the trash collection crew. This includes operating large and small packer trucks and various other motorized equipment for collection purposes. Assists with routine daily maintenance checks, truck washing, etc. This position is designated as Emergency Personnel and requires employees to report to work as needed during campus emergencies, holidays, closings, and in accordance with the supervisor's instructions.

Required Qualifications

• Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class B with air brake endorsement.
• Must be able to communicate effectively, work as an effective team member, and receive and execute instructions from the immediate supervisor and/or lead worker.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor, including safely moving and handling greater than 50 pounds.
• Work consists of long periods of time sitting, standing, walking, reaching, bending, pushing/pulling; and working in all types of weather conditions, including extreme temperatures.
• Ability to climb in and out of trucks, and load refuse or recyclables into trucks.
• Previous work experience operating trucks and related highway equipment such as snow plow.
• Must be available twenty-four hours per day, seven days a week to provide support during planned events or emergencies (such as inclement weather), to include being physically on site if deemed necessary.
• Ability to safely direct traffic and guide driver operating vehicle for backing safely in and out of dock areas.
• Must have a valid Driver's License and be able to operate a motorized vehicle daily.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with the operation of a garbage packer unit
• Experience with recycling guidelines, sorting and collection

Pay Band 2

Overtime Status Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime

Appointment Type Regular

Salary Information $39,000-$43,000

Hours per week 40

Review Date January 5, 2026

Additional Information

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Facilities HR at opsHR-g@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

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