Part-Time Transfer Helper(Blue Island)
Blue Island Role Highlights
Fast Facts
- Employer: Waste Management (Hiring Part-Time in Blue Island)
- Based in: Blue Island, IL
- Flexible Role: Transfer Helper (Part-Time)
- This Blue Island-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in customer service.
- Our Waste Management team in Blue Island, IL is growing.
- Benefit from working in Blue Island, a key hub for the Waste Management And Transfer Operations industry.
Salary and Benefits
- Compensation: $18-$23/Hour (approx. $21.3k/Year) (Competitive PT Rate)
- Benefits: Weekly pay options may be available.
- Earn extra cash with a stable local employer.
Day-to-Day
- Apply your your professional skills skills in a flexible Blue Island environment.
Company Overview
Waste Management is North America's leading provider of comprehensive environmental and waste management services. Guided by a strong commitment to environmental sustainability, safety, and community service, Waste Management operates modern collection fleets, material recovery facilities, and waste-to-energy conversion systems. As an industry leader, Waste Management offers market-leading compensation packages, comprehensive health benefits, career stability, and excellent internal advancement opportunities.
Position Summary & Responsibilities
As a Transfer Helper, you support daily solid waste receiving, tipping deck sanitation, and vehicle traffic routing inside regional transfer station facilities. You assist public and commercial drivers with tipping operations, guide vehicles safely into unloading bays, clear loose waste off tipping floors, and operate stationary waste compactors. You also perform daily site sweeps, remove non-compliant materials, and enforce facility safety rules for all visiting haulers. This role is 100% physical and strictly requires full on-site presence inside the transfer station (no remote work options allowed).
Qualifications & Benefits
Must be at least 18 years of age with a High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred. Requires physical stamina to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs continuously in high-activity industrial environments, along with a reliable work ethic. Benefits include market-leading starting hourly wages, overtime availability, complete health/dental/vision coverage, 401(k) company match, paid vacation, and internal operator promotion paths.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Transfer Helper position pay at Waste Management?
This role offers a pay range of $18 - $23. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Blue Island.
Where is this Transfer Helper job located?
This position is based in Blue Island, IL. Waste Management has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Blue Island.
How many hours per week is this part-time Transfer Helper role?
Part-time positions at Waste Management generally range from 20 to 30 hours per week with flexible scheduling options. Exact hours depend on business needs and your availability.
What benefits does Waste Management offer for this position?
Waste Management provides comprehensive benefits starting Day 1, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and employee assistance programs.
Does Waste Management pay weekly for this role?
Waste Management offers weekly pay options for eligible associates. Your pay schedule will be confirmed during the onboarding process at the Blue Island facility.
What qualifications do I need for this Transfer Helper role?
Most Transfer Helper positions at Waste Management require a high school diploma or equivalent. Specific experience requirements vary by role. Check the full job description for details.
