Recycling Worker

The University of Virginia Facilities Management (FM) department is currently seeking Recycling Workers to support Facilities Managements sustainability goals of providing a state-of-the-art recycling program for the University. FM supports the UVAs wide range of research, academic, and patient care programs. With over 1200 employees dedicated to excellence, FM is responsible for the day-to-day operation, repair, and maintenance of UVAs buildings, infrastructure, and grounds, as well as other University-owned and leased properties.

Recycling Workers provide a high level of customer service to students, staff, and faculty through the transport and processing of recyclable, recoverable, and/or reusable materials collected across Grounds.

Duties Include:

• Transporting and sorting recyclable materials.
• Driving pick-up routes and performing safe truck/equipment operation.
• Special project work (student move-in/move-out, football games, graduation, etc.).
• Performing all work in accordance with safety rules and procedures such as OSHA, federal, state, and local regulations.

Position Compensation:

• Starting at $15.00 hourly; salary is negotiable depending on experience.
• This is a full-time position with UVA benefits.

Selected candidates will be required to complete all required background checks, including health screening, prior to the first day of employment. This position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and must be performed fully on-site.

Qualifications:

• Preferred Experience: Waste recycling industry experience.
• License: Valid Drivers License with a zero or positive points balance and at least 2 years of driving experience.

Physical Demands: The employee will be exposed to varying temperatures. The job requires getting in/out of a vehicle multiple times throughout the day, sorting recyclables by hand, and lifting, pushing, and pulling items that weigh more than 20 pounds. Employees are required to work around machinery and stand on different surfaces such as gravel, blacktop, and concrete.

To Apply: Apply online by searching for requisition R0079149. Internal applicants may search and apply for jobs on the UVA Internal Careers website. Complete the application and upload the following required materials:

• Resume

Upload all materials into the respective submission field (multiple documents can be submitted into these fields). Alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF for submission. Applications that do not contain all required documents or partial applications will not receive full consideration.

References will be completed via UVAs standardized process, SkillSurvey. A total of five references will be requested via SkillSurvey during the final phase of the interview process. A total of three references is required.

For questions about the application process, please contact Jessica Speth at js9rkvirginia.edu.

Job Profile: J1673 - Recycling Operations and Service 1 Career Stream and Level: Operations and Service-O1

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVAs commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.