Residential Waste Collection Helper (Garbage Truck Helper)

Job Description

Spindler Refuse is seeking dependable, hardworking, and physically capable individuals to join our team as Residential Waste Collection Helpers.

We are strongly seeking candidates with previous experience in residential trash collection, sanitation, rear-load garbage trucks, or similar physically demanding outdoor positions.

This is a fast-paced, physically demanding position that requires excellent attendance, a strong work ethic, and the ability to work safely and efficiently as part of a collection crew.

Job Responsibilities

• Ride along with drivers on assigned residential waste collection routes.
• Collect and load residential trash into rear-load garbage trucks.
• Safely operate the truck's loading and compaction equipment after proper training.
• Lift, carry, and empty trash containers throughout assigned routes.
• Maintain a steady work pace while completing daily collection assignments.
• Follow all company safety procedures and instructions from drivers and supervisors.
• Assist drivers with navigating collection routes and identifying potential hazards.
• Maintain a professional attitude when interacting with residents and coworkers.
• Work outdoors in various weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and snow.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Previous residential waste collection or sanitation experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience working on rear-load garbage trucks is highly desirable.
• Must be physically capable of performing continuous lifting, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling throughout the workday.
• All candidates must successfully pass the company's required physical fitness test as a condition of employment.
• Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Must demonstrate a strong work ethic, reliability, and excellent attendance.
• Must be able to follow safety procedures and supervisor instructions.
• Must work effectively in a team environment.
• Must be available for early morning start times and work until assigned routes are completed.

Physical Fitness Requirements

This position requires a mandatory physical fitness test before employment.

Candidates must demonstrate the physical ability to safely perform the essential duties of a residential waste collection helper, including:

• Repetitive lifting and handling of trash containers.
• Frequent bending, reaching, pushing, and pulling.
• Extended periods of walking and standing.
• Maintaining the physical endurance necessary to complete residential collection routes.
• Safely performing job-related physical tasks throughout a full shift.

Successful completion of the company's job-related physical fitness assessment is required.

Attendance & Reliability

Attendance is extremely important at Spindler Refuse.

Our daily operations depend on reliable employees who report to work on time and are ready to perform their assigned duties.

• We maintain a strict attendance and punctuality policy.
• All new employees are subject to an introductory probationary period.
• Repeated tardiness, unexcused absences, or failure to follow company attendance policies may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination, consistent with applicable law.
• Dependability, teamwork, and accountability are essential to this position.

Service Areas

Our collection operations serve portions of:

• Baltimore County
• Baltimore City
• Howard County
• Anne Arundel County
• Carroll County
• Harford County

Additional service areas may be assigned as operational needs require.

Why Join Spindler Refuse?

Spindler Refuse is an established waste collection company serving Maryland communities. We value employees who take pride in their work, prioritize safety, and understand the importance of dependable service.

We are looking for individuals who have experience, understand the physical demands of the sanitation industry, and are ready to work.

Apply today to join the Spindler Refuse team!

Pay: $16.50 - $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 32.0 – 45.0 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person