Recycling Worker

The University of Virginia Facilities Management (FM) department is currently seeking Recycling Workers to support Facilities Management's sustainability goals of providing a state-of-the-art recycling program for the University.

FM supports the University of Virginia's wide range of research, academic and patient care programs. With over 1,200 employees dedicated to excellence, FM is responsible for the day-to-day operation, repair and maintenance of UVA's buildings, infrastructure and grounds as well as other University-owned and leased properties. Recycling Workers perform an exceptional level of recycling service through the processing of recyclable, recoverable, and/or reusable materials while providing the highest level of customer service to all students, faculty, and staff.

Duties Include:
Collecting, sorting, baling, transporting and packaging recyclable materials.
Drive pick-up routes and perform safe truck/equipment operation.
Clean equipment and minor repairs as needed.
Special project work (Move-in/move-out, football games, designated snow duty, etc.) Some of this project work will be supplemented with overtime pay as needed.
Perform all work in accordance with safety rules and procedures, such as OSHA, federal, state, and local regulations.

Position Compensation : - $15.00/hour; increased hourly rate possible based on industry experience.

This is a full-time position with UVA benefits . Employees benefits package highlights include:
22 days of paid time off, increasing with service; 13+ paid holidays each year, in addition to paid time off; Parental and Community Service Leave.
Health plan with options to meet healthcare and financial needs; benefits effective first day of employment.
Retirement through the Virginia Retirement System.
Tuition and professional development benefits available after 6 months of service.
Employee wellness program featuring activities to earn up to $500/year.

Qualifications:
Experience: Material handling knowledge/experience preferred
License: Valid Driver’s License with zero or positive points balance.

The selected candidate will be required to complete all necessary background checks, including a health screen, prior to the start date of the position.

Physical Demands:

The employee will be exposed to varying temperatures and chemical hazards from diesel fuel, hydraulic fluid leakage, paints and batteries which are processed through recycling. They are required to work around machinery and stand on different surfaces such as gravel, blacktop, and concrete.

To Apply:

Please apply online and search for R0061815. Internal applicants must apply through their UVA Workday profile by searching ‘Find Jobs.’ Complete an application online with the following documents:
CV/Resume

Upload all materials into the resume submission field, multiple documents can be submitted into this one field. Alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF for submission. Applications that do not contain all required documents will not receive full consideration.

References will be completed via UVA’s standardized process Skill Survey. A total of five references will be requested via SkillSurvey during the final phase of the interview process. A minimum of three references is required.

For questions about the application process, please contact Jessica Speth, Academic Recruiter, at

The University of Virginia, i ncluding the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.

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