Waste Collection Specialist Position in Santa Cruz | Hiring
Santa Cruz Role Highlights
Key Information
- Worksite: Santa Cruz, CA
- Position: Waste Collection Specialist (Flexible/Contract, Santa Cruz)
- Hiring Organization: Waste Management
- This Santa Cruz-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Waste Management team in Santa Cruz, CA is growing.
- Benefit from working in Santa Cruz, a key hub for the Waste Management And Environmental Services industry.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: $23-$30/Hour (approx. $55.6k/Year)
- Benefits: Benefits may be available based on employment type.
- Flexible contract/gig opportunity in Santa Cruz.
Day-to-Day
- Apply your your professional skills skills at our Santa Cruz location.
Company Overview
Waste Management delivers industry-leading environmental solutions to millions of residential, commercial, and industrial customers across North America. We prioritize customer service, field safety, and sustainable resource recovery, equipping our teams with state-of-the-art collection vehicles and advanced logistics dispatching tools.
Position Overview & Responsibilities
The Waste Collection Specialist drives and operates specialized waste collection vehicles, managing municipal solid waste, commercial recycling, and organic waste collection routes. Operating automated side-loader arms, front-loaders, or roll-off trucks, you navigate route paths safely, service commercial dumpsters, and log daily route completion data into onboard vehicle telematics terminals. You perform mandatory pre-trip and post-trip commercial vehicle inspections, report route access issues to dispatchers, and maintain route efficiency. This position is 100% physical and strictly requires full on-site driving presence (no remote work allowed).
Qualifications & Benefits
Requires a valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a clean motor vehicle record (MVR) and at least 1 year of verifiable commercial driving experience. Candidates must possess strong spatial awareness, physical capability to enter and exit vehicle cabs continuously, and a valid DOT medical card. Includes top-tier hourly base pay, route completion bonuses, full health coverage, 401(k) company match, paid vacation, and uniform allowances.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Waste Collection Specialist Position in Santa Cruz | Hiring position pay at Waste Management?
This role offers a pay range of $23 - $30. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Santa Cruz.
Where is this Waste Collection Specialist Position in Santa Cruz | Hiring job located?
This position is based in Santa Cruz, CA. Waste Management has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Santa Cruz.
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.
What qualifications do I need for this Waste Collection Specialist Position in Santa Cruz | Hiring role?
Most Waste Collection Specialist Position in Santa Cruz | Hiring positions at Waste Management require a high school diploma or equivalent. Specific experience requirements vary by role. Check the full job description for details.
How do I apply for this Waste Collection Specialist Position in Santa Cruz | Hiring position in Santa Cruz?
You can apply directly on this page by clicking the 'Apply Now' button. The application process is quick and typically takes just a few minutes. Waste Management reviews applications on a rolling basis.
How long does the Waste Management hiring process take?
The hiring process at Waste Management is typically fast, often completed within 1-2 weeks. After submitting your application, you may receive a response within a few days. Some positions offer same-week start dates.
