Recycle Custodian

Job Summary:

Collects and transports all types of trash, recyclable materials such as such as pallets, doors, ropes, milk crates, water bottles cardboard, plastic and metals from various locations throughout the facility to the appropriate recycling area.

Collects trash throughout the HUB areas and transports to the recycle area and separates cardboard, plastic, trash, doors and pallets into designated areas and compactors.

Stores cardboard in storage cage for bailing.

Separates all plastic sheeting type and bags to storage case for bailing.

Separates all metals and places like materials in metal bins as designated.

Operates bailing machine by compressing cardboard and plastic, secures bail with bailing wire and then removes bail to staging area until material is picked up.

Performs pre-inspection of equipment (i.e., bailer, compactor, etc.) prior to use and informs supervisor of any maintenance problems or repairs needed.

Reviews information on the Supervisor-to-Supervisor Report to ensure completion of unfinished tasks from previous shift. Identifies the areas needing priority completion.

Obtains vehicles (i.e., forklift, tug, etc.) required to complete the job tasks.

Completes any daily paperwork that his/her position requires. Makes Safety the first consideration above all other responsibilities. Follows all safety rules and uses sound judgment for the protection of him/herself, coworkers, client personnel, client invitees, general public and property. Participates in safety training and attends safety meetings as scheduled by Supervisor. Also, responsible to report to his/her supervisor any unsafe conditions or practices.

Participates in ISO practices and embraces ISO principles and philosophies in the performance of principal duties and responsibilities.

The following physical abilities are required:

Works in a variety of environmental conditions, controlled/non controlled, including wide temperature and weather variations, noise and vibrations, fumes and odors. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactory. Standing, Sitting, Walking, Lifting/Carrying < 20 lbs., Lifting/Carrying 20 - 50 lbs., Lifting/Carrying >50 lbs., Stooping/Bending/, Squatting/Crawling/Crouching, Pulling/Pushing, Twisting Trunk/Neck, Climbing, Balancing, Reaching with Hands and Arms, Grasping/Squeezing.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred but not required. A minimum of one (1) year of related experience in a similar service related position preferred but not required.

Language Skills:
Ability to speak simple sentences, to read and interpret safety rules and to read chemical labels.