Warehouse Associate

About the role

Kellermeyer Bergensons Services (KBS) is the largest private provider of facility services in North America, managing over 180 million square feet of space daily. We support industry leaders across retail, manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, education, and more by maintaining clean, efficient, and welcoming spaces that enhance their operations. We are seeking motivated and dynamic Warehouse Associates (Corrugated Recycler) to join our team in permanent, full-time positions. These roles focus on meeting and exceeding customer expectations in the collection and removal of corrugated cardboard gondolas across all facilities.

Responsibilities

• Use a manual pallet jack to collect full gondolas (large trash bins/containers) and replace them with empty gondolas in assigned areas at the start of each shift.
• Transport and position full corrugated cardboard gondolas into the baler or compactors located in a designated warehouse area (training provided).
• Ensure areas around all gondolas are free of debris and trash.
• Dust, mop, and sweep around trash container areas to keep walkways clear of debris.
• Maintain traffic areas ("Green Mile" walkways) free of debris at all times to ensure safety for everyone.
• Maintain and sort baler/compactor areas to keep them orderly.
• Perform other cleaning tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Ability to use a manual pallet jack to lift and move gondolas weighing up to 75+ pounds.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching for objects both below the waist and above the head.
• Capable of consistently pushing and pulling loaded manual pallet jacks with trash/cardboard.
• Walk frequently within and around the facility throughout the shift.
• Ability to stand and walk for up to 10–12 hours.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operation and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and chemical handling documents (typically in English; Spanish available where required by state).
• Background check and drug screening required.

KBS uses the mobile time-tracking software KBSPresence to accurately record work hours, manage attendance, complete required training, and distribute important job information. All non-exempt employees must download and use the KBSPresence app on their personal mobile devices to clock in and out of shifts and breaks. A cell phone usage reimbursement is offered in accordance with applicable local laws to support the use of personal devices for work tasks.

Schedule

Days and nights vary, including weekends.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage.
• Affordable limited medical insurance (Coterie) with virtual access to board-certified U.S. physicians for consultations, diagnoses, and prescriptions via interactive audio or video.
• Life insurance.
• Supplemental medical insurance (e.g., accident coverage).
• 401k plan with company match.
• Paid and unpaid time off.
• Rapid Pay: Voluntary benefit allowing full-time and part-time employees paid via direct deposit to access a portion of their earned wages before the next scheduled payday.
• Pet insurance.
• PerkSpot discount program: Discounts on travel, gyms, cell phones, restaurants, cars, clothing, and electronics.

Progressive Pay is available in some locations, offering a $0.50 raise after the first 90 days and an additional $0.30 raise after completing 180 days. Availability varies by location—inquire for details.