Waste Management(Winston-salem)Hiring:Trash Collector | Apply Now
Your Next Step in Winston-Salem
Key Information
- Flexible contract/gig opportunity in Winston-Salem.
- Benefits: Benefits may be available based on employment type.
- Worksite: Winston-Salem, NC
- Core objectives involve your professional skills in Waste Management And Environmental Services.
- Employer: Waste Management (Hiring in Winston-Salem)
- Job Title: Trash Collector (Gig/Contract)
- Compensation: $18-$23/Hour (approx. $42.6k/Year)
- This Winston-Salem-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Waste Management team in Winston-Salem, NC is growing.
- Benefit from working in Winston-Salem, a key hub for the Waste Management And Environmental Services industry.
Company Overview
Waste Management is North America's premier waste and environmental service provider, serving over 20 million residential, commercial, and industrial customers. We offer essential community service, job security, top hourly pay rates, and comprehensive employee benefits.
Position Overview & Responsibilities
As a Trash Collector at Waste Management, you perform frontline physical waste collection along designated residential neighborhoods and business routes. You maneuver heavy waste containers, load loose bags and bulk items into collection vehicle hoppers, and operate mechanical packer controls safely. You ensure that customer properties are left clean and free of litter, report blocked access lanes, and adhere to strict safety guidelines including high-visibility gear usage. This position is 100% physical and strictly requires full physical on-site presence along active routes (no remote work available).
Qualifications & Benefits
Must be at least 18 years old. Requires a High School Diploma or GED preferred, strong physical endurance for continuous walking and lifting (up to 50 lbs), ability to work outdoors in all seasons, and a safety-first mindset. Offers market-leading starting hourly wages, complete health/dental/vision coverage, 401(k) company match, paid personal days, paid vacation, and internal driver development tracks.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Trash Collector | Apply Now position pay at Waste Management?
This role offers a pay range of $18 - $23. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Winston-Salem.
Where is this Trash Collector | Apply Now job located?
This position is based in Winston-Salem, NC. Waste Management has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Winston-Salem.
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 Trash Collector | Apply Now role?
Most Trash Collector | Apply Now 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 Trash Collector | Apply Now position in Winston-Salem?
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.
