Waste Collector(Contract)|Troy
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Primary Details
- Project-based work with clear objectives.
- Benefits: Benefits may be available based on employment type.
- Location: Troy, NY
- Compensation: $18-$22/Hour (approx. $42.1k/Year)
- Flexible Role in Troy: Waste Collector
- Apply your your professional skills skills at our Troy location.
- Employer: Waste Management (Hiring in Troy)
- This Troy-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Waste Management team in Troy, NY is growing.
- Benefit from working in Troy, a key hub for the Waste Management And Environmental Services 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 Collector at Waste Management, you execute daily residential and commercial refuse collection along assigned neighborhood routes. Riding on collection vehicle steps or accompanying route drivers, you manually maneuver heavy waste carts, position bins onto hydraulic tipping lifters, and operate packer controls safely. You clear spilled debris to keep customer properties clean, assist drivers with backing spotter duties, and report damaged containers to dispatch teams. This role is 100% physical and strictly requires full on-site route presence with zero work-from-home availability.
Qualifications & Benefits: Must be at least 18 years of age with a High School Diploma or GED preferred. Requires physical endurance to walk, bend, stand, and lift up to 50 lbs repetitively across all outdoor seasonal weather conditions, alongside a strong safety orientation. Offers competitive starting hourly pay, overtime opportunities, full medical and dental insurance, 401(k) company matching, paid holidays, and CDL driver training opportunities.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Waste Collector|Troy 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 Troy.
Where is this Waste Collector|Troy job located?
This position is based in Troy, NY. Waste Management has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Troy.
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 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 Waste Collector|Troy role?
Most Waste Collector|Troy 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 Collector|Troy position in Troy?
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.
