Recycling Coordinator

Mid Valley Disposal & Transfer

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About The Position

The Recycling Coordinator supports the development and implementation of recycling and waste reduction programs for municipalities, businesses, schools, and community organizations.

This role plays an important part in advancing environmental sustainability by educating the public, conducting waste assessments, and ensuring compliance with California recycling legislation such as SB 1383, AB 341, and AB 1826.

The position involves regular interaction with residents, business owners, city staff, and community groups to promote responsible waste practices, resolve service concerns, and support recycling initiatives.

This is an ideal role for someone who enjoys community outreach, environmental education, and hands-on sustainability work.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in the waste, recycling, environmental, or sustainability field.
• Familiarity with California recycling legislation (AB 341, SB 1383, AB 1826).
• Strong customer service and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to conduct public presentations and community outreach.
• Experience with data tracking, reporting, and record keeping.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Google Workspace, and Adobe.
• Ability to work with municipal partners, schools, and community organizations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with community outreach or environmental education.
• Sales or program promotion experience.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional, responsive customer service to residents, businesses, and community partners.
• Conduct site visits, recycling audits, and waste assessments for residential, commercial, and multi-family properties.
• Deliver presentations, workshops, and outreach events to educate the public on recycling and waste reduction.
• Support and administer recycling programs for schools, municipalities, businesses, and multi-family communities.
• Assist customers with troubleshooting recycling services and resolve issues efficiently.
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and program documentation.
• Collaborate with city staff, internal departments, and community stakeholders to support recycling initiatives.
• Stay current on California recycling regulations (SB 1383, AB 341, AB 1826) and assist customers with compliance.
• Drive a company vehicle to conduct site visits, outreach events, and program audits.

Benefits

• This position offers the opportunity to make a direct environmental impact by helping communities reduce waste, improve recycling participation, and comply with important sustainability legislation.
• You’ll work closely with municipalities, businesses, and residents to create meaningful change in how communities manage waste and resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED