Waste and Recycling Service Worker
William & Mary

Position Number:

00593W

Waste and Recycling Service Worker

Full Time Operational

William & Mary

951500 Grounds and Gardens

The mission of Business Affairs is to support W&M as a leader among liberal arts and science universities by providing excellent service that is efficient, inclusive, transparent, and accountable. In delivering service, Business Affairs maintains a focus on collaboration, continuous improvement, best-in-class technology, and the strategic and sustainable use of university resources while maintaining compliance with attention to corporate social responsibility both within the institution and among its suppliers.

Facilities Management is an integral element of the Business Affairs team and serves to create, maintain, and continuously improve the William & Mary physical environment to enable excellence in teaching, research, and public service.

Set-up, monitor, service and empty exterior solid waste/trash and recycling containers on campus to provide a clean, safe, healthy environment for students, faculty, staff and visitors.

• This position generally works Sunday - Thursday, 7:00AM-4:00PM although flexibility in scheduling is required.
• This position works a non-traditional schedule including mandatory overtime. Flexibility in scheduling and availability to accommodate special events, emergencies, and/or unscheduled work assignments, which typically include working evenings, weekends and/or holidays, is required.
• This position is required to sit (while driving), stand for extended periods of time, walk, climb stairs, bend and twist from the waist and knees (while emptying cans, roll carts and containers), reach with hands and arms, pushing and pulling, and stoop, kneel, and crouch. Must frequently lift and/or move 40-60 pounds.
• This position works outside year-round in all weather conditions, including temperatures below 32 degrees and above 90 degrees, and during inclement weather.
• This position has been designated as essential to the operation of the department, will require reporting to work when the University is officially closed, and is subject to overtime.
• This is a non-exempt position, eligible to receive overtime in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act. This position may require overtime including scheduled and unscheduled, nights and weekends, and or holidays.

Yes

Non-Exempt

No, this is a continuing E&G funded position

12 month - Continuing

• Demonstrated ability to read, write, and effectively communicate with others and follow oral and written instructions.
• Knowledge of basic computer skills. Must be able to respond to, create, and send emails.
• Ability to work cooperatively with students and staff.
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks.
• Valid Driver's license and two years of driving experience.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Products (Word, Outlook, Excel, etc.)
• Ability to use hand tools for light maintenance.
• Previous waste and/or recycling experience.
• Knowledge of using the proper techniques to lift heavy or bulky items.

Not eligible

Remote work eligibility is not guaranteed and is subject to approval. Employee eligibility depends on the likelihood of the employee succeeding in a remote work arrangement and the supervisor's ability to manage remote workers. Departments and/or Human Resources may amend, alter, change, delete, or modify eligibility.

$32,240

This position has an established starting rate.

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William & Mary offers our employees a full array of benefits including retirement, health insurance with options for expanded dental and vision along with group and optional life insurance with coverage for spouse and children, flexible spending accounts, and an EAP (Employee Assistance Program).

Our employees enjoy additional university benefits such as educational assistance, professional development, wellness benefits, and a robust holiday schedule. All employees have access to fitness facilities on campus. Staff members also have access to the university libraries, and much more. To learn more, go to: https://www.wm.edu/offices/uhr/benefits/index.php?type=none

04/15/2024

Yes

William & Mary is committed to providing a safe campus community. W&M conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

William & Mary values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the research, teaching and service missions of the university. The university is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.