Recycle Technician

SBM

. Perform recycling, reuse, and reclamation activities .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeGoodyear • Arizona • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $16 - $17 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in recycling processes, safety compliance, and effective communication within a team environment. Capable of maintaining cleanliness and organization while adhering to company policies and procedures.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Recycling ExperienceSafety ComplianceCPR/AED/First Aid CertificationForklift CertificationHazardous Waste Handling Training

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Hard Skills

RecyclingSorting MaterialsCleaning MethodsMaterial InspectionLog MaintenanceWeight Lifting (Up to 35 Pounds)

Soft Skills

Strong Verbal CommunicationStrong Written CommunicationTeam CollaborationProfessional Conduct

Tools & Technologies

Personal Protective EquipmentCollection Containers

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDCPR/AED/First Aid CertificationForklift CertificationHazardous Waste Handling Training

Industry Keywords

RecyclingWaste ManagementSafety ProceduresRCRA Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform recycling, reuse, and reclamation activities
Comply with safety rules, policies, and procedures
Stop at-risk behavior of others and self
Perform work assignments in a team
Perform repetitive tasks
Maintain a clean work area
Follow company procedures, policies, and rules
Take direction and respond to supervision
Communicate professionally with leads, supervisors, co-workers, managers, and customers
Maintain logs and schedules
Support the shift lead in completing punch-list items
Use proper personal protective equipment
Maintain a professional appearance and conduct
Support customer service and satisfaction
Collect, salvage, and sort reusable, recyclable, or waste materials
Inspect and sort materials
Maintain dock and collection areas
Work with multiple collection containers
No supervisory responsibilities

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or GED with 1-2 years of recycling experience in a company environment or equivalent combination of training and experience - preferred
CPR/AED/First Aid certification a plus
A valid driver's license may be required based on business needs
Employees required to drive must maintain an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) and meet company driving eligibility requirements
Completed all safety and task training certifications
May be required to be forklift certified
May be required to have Hazardous Waste Handling Training per RCRA
Bilingual a plus
Ability to read and interpret instructions, procedures, manuals, and other documents
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Knowledge of cleaning methods, equipment, cleaning compounds, and chemicals
Ability to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefit packages
Equal employment opportunity workplace