SUMMARY: Responsible for the collection, sorting, preparation and processing of recyclable materials for marketing to include old corrugated cardboard, newspaper, office paper, steel and aluminum cans, and plastics.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Collection and disposal of solid waste and recyclables.
• Preparation and processing of recyclable materials for marketing.
• Operating equipment such as bailers, forklifts, front-end loaders, and compactors.
• Providing preventative maintenance as may be required for recycling equipment.
• Maintaining equipment and vehicle logs.
• Maintaining work areas in neat, orderly, and safe manner.
• Following guidelines of worker safety as required.
• Reporting and/or responding to accidents, unusual incidents, or public complaints as soon as feasibly possible.
• Performance of other job related duties as assigned.