Recycling Technician
Role Based in Grand Rapids
Position Snapshot
- FLEXIBLE ROLE: Recycling Technician (Grand Rapids)
- Hiring: Waste Management
- Location: Grand Rapids, MI (Local Candidates Only)
- Work in Grand Rapids, MI.
- Join Waste Management and grow your skills.
Pay & Perks
- Starting Pay: $22-$28/hr ($25.00/hr)
- Perks: Flexible scheduling.
- Weekly pay options often available.
Company Overview: Waste Management leads North America in sustainable recycling initiatives, operating specialized processing plants that transform single-stream commodities into high-value raw materials.
Position Summary & Responsibilities: As a Recycling Technician, you oversee the technical operation, mechanical adjustment, and quality auditing of automated optical sorters, ballistic separators, and industrial balers inside Material Recovery Facilities. You perform daily equipment calibration checks, monitor optical sorting sensors, adjust screen tilt angles, and troubleshoot minor conveyor jams. You also conduct commodity purity testing, record daily tonnage throughput metrics, and enforce strict plant safety rules. This role is 100% physical and strictly requires full on-site presence inside the processing plant (zero remote capability).
Qualifications & Benefits: High School Diploma or GED required; formal technical or vocational training preferred. Requires 2+ years of experience in recycling operations, manufacturing machine maintenance, or industrial material handling. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work around automated machinery is essential. Includes competitive technical hourly pay, complete health/dental insurance, 401(k) company match, paid time off, and specialized equipment operator training.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Recycling Technician position pay at Waste Management?
This role offers a pay range of $22 - $28. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Grand Rapids.
Where is this Recycling Technician job located?
This position is based in Grand Rapids, MI. Waste Management has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Grand Rapids.
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 Grand Rapids facility.
Does Waste Management provide training for new hires?
Yes, Waste Management provides comprehensive paid training for all new associates. This includes safety orientation, equipment operation certification, and role-specific process training.
What qualifications do I need for this Recycling Technician role?
Most Recycling Technician positions at Waste Management require a high school diploma or equivalent. Specific experience requirements vary by role. Check the full job description for details.
