Materials Handler (Zero Waste) – Tempe campus

Arizona State University•Tempe, AZ

6d•$20 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Facilities Management, Zero Waste Program, seeks a Materials Handler to perform daily recycling route collections, ensure timely completion of special requests, and perform yard maintenance and vehicle inspections/upkeep. Under limited direct supervision, provide advice, information, and educational materials and respond to inquiries across all areas of the university regarding proper disposal of recyclables in efforts to reduce, reuse and recycle materials supporting the overall zero waste goals of ASU.

Requirements

High School Diploma; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license (minimum Class D) upon employment and maintain throughout employment.
A Department of Motor Vehicle search will be conducted.
Post-offer of employment, selected candidate must possess an acceptable driving record which is 5 or fewer points in the most recent 39 month period from date of hire.
Must pass pre-employment physical examination post offer of employment.
Must possess fork lift certification, or be able to obtain, within six months of employment.

Nice To Haves

One year of shipping/receiving experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
Experience in: facilities maintenance/grounds maintenance recycling/solid waste collection programs (2 years) customer service using organizational skills working independently and with a team working with Microsoft Excel, Word, Publisher and Outlook
Knowledge of: equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks or dollies solid waste compactors and other hydraulic machines
Evidence of effective communication skills

Responsibilities

Complete daily recycling routes and special requests.
Assist in implementing recycling programs on all ASU campuses.
Provide exceptional customer service when interacting with students, staff and faculty.
Drive, load, and unload 15-foot stake-bed and cargo vans.
Properly sort materials into correct bins.
Operate material handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks or dollies to move bins and recyclable materials.
Operate solid waste compactors and other hydraulic machines.
Work outdoors lifting, standing, bending, climbing, and kneeling for extended periods of time.
Use work order systems (TMA) in response to maintenance requests.
Communicate to perform the essential functions of the job.

Benefits

Flexible work schedules
22 days of accrued vacation leave, 12 days of accrued sick leave and 10 paid holidays annually for all staff.
Tuition Reduction Program for staff members, their spouses, and dependents, available on day one.
12 weeks of paid parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child
Affordable benefits package including dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
Retirement program designed to promote long-term savings and provide income upon retirement which includes Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
Paid time for volunteer and professional development
Wellness program for preventative health education and screenings
Disability and leave program for income protection
Free and confidential Employee Assistance services, helping to manage personal difficulties or life challenges
ASU Discounts to sports/events along with discounts with ASU partnerships