Recycle Technician

SBM

. Comply with safety rules, policies, and procedures .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeTremont • Pennsylvania • United StatesJunior💰 $16 - $17 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong adherence to safety protocols and effective communication skills while performing recycling tasks. Capable of maintaining cleanliness and organization in work areas, with a focus on customer service and teamwork.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Recycling ExperienceCPR/AED/First Aid CertificationForklift CertificationHazardous Waste Handling TrainingBilingual

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Hard Skills

Ability To Lift 35 PoundsKnowledge Of Cleaning MethodsKnowledge Of Cleaning CompoundsAbility To Read InstructionsRecycling Material Sorting

Soft Skills

Strong Verbal CommunicationStrong Written CommunicationTeam CollaborationProfessional Conduct

Tools & Technologies

Personal Protective EquipmentReporting Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

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

Industry Keywords

Safety RulesRecyclingWaste ManagementEnvironmental AwarenessMotor Vehicle Record (MVR)

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Comply with safety rules, policies, and procedures
Stop at-risk behavior of others and self
Perform work assignments in a team with other employees
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
Understand customer service and satisfaction
Understand reporting systems and the importance of the environment
Collect, salvage, sort, and inspect reusable, recyclable, or waste materials
Maintain dock and collection areas
Work with multiple collection containers

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 certification(s)
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, chemicals, and their safe and efficient use
Ability to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefit packages
Equal employment opportunity protections