Tamarac:Waste Processing Operator(Full-time,$23-$29/hr) | Hiring
Local Job Overview: Tamarac
Primary Details
- Benefits: This role offers a competitive benefits package.
- Compensation: $23-$29/Hour (approx. $55k/Year)
- Stable workload with modern tooling and processes.
- Job Title: Waste Processing Operator
- Hiring Organization: Waste Management
- Apply your your professional skills skills at our Tamarac location.
- Worksite: Tamarac, FL
- This Tamarac-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Waste Management team in Tamarac, FL is growing.
- Benefit from working in Tamarac, a key hub for the Waste Management And Resource Recovery industry.
Company Overview: Waste Management is North America's leading provider of comprehensive environmental services, dedicated to delivering sustainable waste collection, recycling, and resource recovery solutions with an uncompromising commitment to safety and operational excellence.
Position Summary & Responsibilities: As a Waste Processing Operator, you control the daily sorting, shredding, baling, and material handling systems across high-volume waste processing facilities. You monitor automated conveyor feeds, operate stationary hydraulic compactors and industrial shredders, clear material jams, and conduct routine equipment lubrication and safety checks. Furthermore, you inspect incoming waste streams for non-compliant items, maintain clean processing bays, and record operational throughput data into facility logs. This role is 100% physical and strictly requires full on-site presence inside the processing facility (zero remote capability).
Qualifications & Benefits: High School Diploma or GED equivalent required. Requires 1+ years of experience operating industrial machinery, conveyors, or heavy processing equipment. Physical stamina to lift up to 50 lbs and comfort working in industrial plant environments are essential. Full-time team members receive competitive hourly base pay, overtime eligibility, complete medical/dental/vision coverage, 401(k) company match, paid time off, and uniform allowances.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Waste Processing Operator | Hiring position pay at Waste Management?
This role offers a pay range of $23 - $29. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Tamarac.
Where is this Waste Processing Operator | Hiring job located?
This position is based in Tamarac, FL. Waste Management has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Tamarac.
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 Processing Operator | Hiring role?
Most Waste Processing Operator | 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 Processing Operator | Hiring position in Tamarac?
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.
