Recycling Laborer

****Candidates with disabilities or Rehab referrals only.****

$22.98/hr

The Recycling Laborer sorts through collected trash and debris for recyclable materials and separates items into established categories such as aluminum, ferrous metals, glass, high-grade white paper, and corrugated paper. This worker discards contaminants and other items that cannot be recycled (WDR Summary 99710).

• Emptying recycles containers into portable collection bins.
• Transporting recyclables to the disposal area.
• Sorting materials by type as required.
• Compacting and binding cardboard.
• Delivering gaylords for customers to fill with recycle material and retrieving the same when completed.
• Pick up cardboard and other recycled materials randomly placed in hallways or as requested by the customer.
• Printer /toner cartridges are to be picked up and properly sealed and stored by the mailroom by the loading dock.
• Cleaning recycles bins, surrounding areas, and assigned workspace as required.
• Responsible for working with a positive team spirit and producing quality work.
• Responsible for appropriate conduct and demeanor as dictated by Didlake Policy.
• Follows safety standards and guidelines in the proper use of the equipment and other activities.
• Completes and maintains all Didlake required training.

Didlake, Inc. is a non-profit rehabilitation services organization. At Didlake, creating opportunities that enrich the lives of people with disabilities is our mission. Since 1965, Didlake has served thousands of people with significant disabilities by providing training, job placement, employment opportunities and day support services. We provide rewarding and purposeful work.