Trash and Recycling Technician

About the role

This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in their work, and is comfortable operating vehicles and light equipment. The ideal candidate has a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and the ability to lead by example.

Responsibilities

• Operate Ecology truck (Mack M07 11CY) or stake body truck (Chevy 2500) safely and efficiently
• Collection of household trash and recycling from member's service yards
• Operate compactor and cardboard baler
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment in vehicles and on the club recycling pad
• Monitor basic equipment maintenance and report issues to Supervisors or Mechanics
• Assist other departments (such as Community Grounds) once Ecology responsibilities are completed, within the normal work schedule
• Follow all safety procedures and department protocols

Schedule

• Monday: 6:30 AM – 4:30 PM
• Tuesday: 6:30 AM – 4:00 PM
• Wednesday: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM
• Thursday: 6:30 AM – 4:30 PM
• Friday: 6:30 AM – 10:30 AM
• Saturday: Occasional, as needed due to weather or holiday disruptions

Department Services

• Trash service (Monday & Thursday)
• Recycling service (Tuesday & Wednesday)
• Landscape debris pickup (Wednesday)
• Dump Ecology Service truck at landfill (Wednesday & Friday)
• Fulfill special requests for additional environmental services from Members
• Cardboard baler (Nicklaus Maintenance and Nicklaus Clubhouse)
• Pallet Collection (Nicklaus and Dye Clubhouses)

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance Including: Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401(K) with matching up to 4%
• Employee Meals (valued at $1,250 per year)
• Rich Employee Anniversary Reward Program ($100 per year of service, every year)
• Employee Referral Program ($1,500 per year per referral)
• Company Shared Cost of Employee Health, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Employee Discount in the Golf Shop
• Generous PTO Policy
• 6 Paid Holidays Including an Additional Floating Holiday of Your Choosing
• Personal and Professional Development
• Financial Retirement Planning
• Limited Golf Privileges

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license in good standing (CDL Certification not required)
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Sanitation or similar service experience preferred but not required
• Ability to operate trucks and light motorized equipment
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to comprehend and learn tasks associated with ecology services
• Positive attitude and strong teamwork skills

Physical Requirements

• Occasional sitting
• Frequent lifting, bending, climbing, stooping, and pulling (up to 50 lbs)
• Continuous standing, walking, and repetitive actions
• Exposure to loud noise levels and chemicals
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions