Sanitation Worker needed in Columbia(Apply Now)
Hiring in Columbia: Sanitation Worker
The Opportunity
- OPENING in Columbia: Part-Time Sanitation Worker
- Hiring: Waste Management
- Location: Columbia, SC (Local Candidates Only)
- Work in Columbia, SC.
- Join Waste Management and grow your skills.
Pay & Perks
- Starting Pay: $18-$22/hr ($20.25/hr)
- Perks: Employee discounts.
- Join a top-rated team in Columbia.
Company Overview: Waste Management provides vital community sanitation services across North America, built on a foundation of workforce safety, dependable route performance, and career development for frontline team members.
Position Summary & Responsibilities: As a Sanitation Worker at Waste Management, you perform physical waste removal, bin loading, and route assistance along assigned neighborhood collection stops. You move residential trash carts, yard waste bags, and bulk debris to collection truck lifters, load waste into collection truck packing hoppers, and operate hydraulic cart tippers safely. You ensure customer properties remain clean and free of loose litter after servicing, assist drivers with vehicle spotter duties, and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE). This role is 100% physical and strictly requires full on-site route presence (zero remote options).
Qualifications & Benefits: Must be at least 18 years of age with a High School Diploma or GED preferred. Requires physical stamina to perform heavy manual labor (lifting up to 50 lbs repetitively) outdoors in all seasonal weather conditions. Offers competitive starting hourly pay, overtime earning potential, performance-based safety bonuses, full health/dental benefits, 401(k) company match, paid vacation, and uniform sets provided.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Sanitation Worker needed in Columbia position pay at Waste Management?
This role offers a pay range of $18 - $22. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Columbia.
Where is this Sanitation Worker needed in Columbia job located?
This position is based in Columbia, SC. Waste Management has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Columbia.
How many hours per week is this part-time Sanitation Worker needed in Columbia 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.
Do Waste Management employees get discounts?
Yes, Waste Management associates enjoy employee discounts and other perks. Exact discount details and eligibility are provided during orientation.
What qualifications do I need for this Sanitation Worker needed in Columbia role?
Most Sanitation Worker needed in Columbia positions at Waste Management require a high school diploma or equivalent. Specific experience requirements vary by role. Check the full job description for details.
