Job Description
Recycling, Compost and Solid Waste Technician I
University of Idaho
Appointment Information
Working Title: Recycling, Compost and Solid Waste Technician I
Division/College: 3952-FM Facilities Management
Department: 703-FM Waste Services
Location: Moscow
FTE: 1
Advertising Pay Range: $20.00 per hour depending on experience
Is this position contingent on work and/or funding: False
FLSA Status: Classified
Type of Appointment: Full Fiscal Year
Position Overview:
This position aids in developing and implementing the Recycling, Compost and Solid Waste programs to minimize waste production and manage costs on the University of Idaho campus.
Duties may include:
- Dispose of a variety of materials
- Maintain records of overall types and weights of materials leaving the university
- Establish fair market value and maintain current records of disposition
- Assist with managing and oversight of the solid waste program
- Work with the Environmental Health and Safety Office (EHS) to identify, reduce and divert hazardous waste
- Attend meetings and training sessions to keep current on program changes and solid waste technologies and regulations
- Other duties as assigned
Required Experience:
- Working in a team environment
- Learning and following set procedures and routines
- Setting priorities and organizing daily responsibilities
Required Education:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
Required Other:
- Possess a valid driver's license and be able to meet policy requirements for driving university-owned vehicles
- Be at least 18 years of age
Additional Preferred:
- Post-secondary education or training certificates related to the solid waste and recycling industries, with emphasis on current regulations, rules and practices
- Two years of warehousing or production experience in a recycling, collection center or warehouse environment
- Knowledge of and/or training on state and federal property disposal guidelines
- Experience safely handling and shipping hazardous materials
- Certification involving hazardous materials safety training
- Forklift operator certification
- Expressed interest in learning and acquiring skills related to recycling and solid waste
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Must be able to:
- Bend, stoop and work in awkward positions for several hours at a time
- Carry, lift or otherwise move up items weighing up to 50 pounds
- Push, pull or otherwise move loaded wheeled carts, containers or tow units by hand over hard surfaces
- Stand and walk continuously throughout the workday
- Work in inclement weather conditions
- Work on uneven and slick surfaces
Open Until Filled: True
Special Instructions to Applicants: When entering employment history, be sure to include all past work experience relevant to the duties of this position in the Employment Experience section of the application.
Applications will be reviewed on 10/7/26 and at regular intervals thereafter until suitable applicants are hired.
Visa Sponsorship: No
Degree Requirement Timeline: Degree required at time of application
To apply, please visit: https://careers.uidaho.edu/jobs/recycling-compost-and-solid-waste-technician-i-moscow-idaho-united-states
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Why U of I?
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Diversity
The University of Idaho is committed to promoting access and inclusion, which is supported by the Office of Equity and Diversity. A variety of programs, services and policies promote our diversity initiatives and contribute to a respectful, responsive environment that supports the entire university population.
Benefits
We offer a competitive benefits package that includes core benefits such as medical, dental, and vision, as well as retirement and other exciting supplemental benefits that enhance the employment experience and life at U of I.
Work/Life Balance
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Employee Assistance Plan: Benefit Services offers a robust employee assistance program that is free and confidential. It provides eligible employees and their families with the opportunity to discuss personal problems with a professional counselor, receive unlimited telephone and Internet access to resource and referral information and obtain other self-help information.
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Time Away from Work: The university offers a generous paid time off package for benefit-eligible employees, as well as 12 paid holidays a year.
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Lactation Rooms: Designated locations across campus offer private rooms and resources for mothers to breastfeed or pump.
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Campus Recreation: Student Recreation Center memberships are available to board-appointed U of I faculty, staff and their spouses. Employees must use payroll deduction for memberships.
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Eligible employees can purchase wellness passes for the Student Recreation Center using payroll deduct.
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Events: Check out what university events are being offered, including seminars, classes, arts/entertainment, and social gatherings.
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Educational Resources: Benefit-eligible employees and their families can enroll in University of Idaho courses at discounted rates using the education benefit.
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U of I Children's Center: University employees have access to a year-round, child-centered child care center, conveniently located on campus. Fees vary depending on age and schedule.
About the area
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If you have any questions about pursuing a career at U of I, contact employment@uidaho.edu or 208-885-3611.
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