Environmental Recycling Technician
Environmental Recycling Technician
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Position Title: Environmental Recycling Technician
Advertising: Publicly
Department: Environmental
Division: Regulatory
Immediate Supervisor: ManagerEnvironmental Health and Sustainability
Department Director: DirectorEnvironmental Programs
Employment Status: NonExempt
Position Type: Regular FullTime
Mandatory Reporter: No
Background Check Required: Yes (childsensitive)**
Opening Date: Wednesday May 7 2025
Closing Date: Wednesday May 14 2025 by 5:00 p.m.
Preference shall be given in accordance with the Title 33 (Tribal Employment Rights) of the Tribal Code/DFWP.
The Poarch Creek Indians place a high value on individuals who share our commitment to community tradition and progress. As Alabamas only Federally Recognized Native American Tribe we take pride in a history that spans generations and is deeply rooted in resilience and cultural heritage. Our mission is to uplift the lives of our Tribal Members preserve our traditions and drive innovation for a thriving future. If you are passionate about serving with purpose and authenticity while fostering trust unity and growth we welcome you to join us on this meaningful journey.
Overview
In our hourly positions we look for dedicated individuals who value respect take pride in accountability and embrace a culture of collaboration and excellence. As an integral part of our team you will contribute to a positive and supportive environment where every effort is appreciated and every role is essential. Your commitment to upholding our values and maintaining a strong work ethic will help us achieve shared success.
Primary Objectives
The Environmental Recycling Technician is a key linelevel position responsible for performing assigned Tribal recycling activities under the daily supervision of the ManagerEnvironmental Health and Sustainability. The Environmental Recycling Technician is responsible for recycling and other waste reduction activities. This job description is not an allinclusive list of duties and responsibilities of this position. The Environmental Recycling Technician is expected to perform all duties and responsibilities necessary to meet the goals and objectives of applicable programs.
This role plays a strong commitment to understanding and embracing the Poarch Creek Indians Values of Perseverance Opportunity Accountability Respect Culture and Honesty.
Essential Functions
- Collects data to support environmental programs.
- Assists with implementation of Tribal recycling policies to promote waste reduction.
- Works with the ManagerEnvironmental Health and Sustainability to track activities to meet grant/program funding requirements.
- Promotes recycling and waste reduction activities within the Tribal community.
- Monitors and maintains facilities and equipment ensuring integrity to prevent downtime.
- Assists with finding opportunities to recycle different types of waste streams generated within the Tribal community.
- Complies with established standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Participates and assists with recycling events for the Tribe/Community.
- Works within established guidelines and under supervision to prioritize and coordinate activities to meet critical deadlines.
- Conducts recycling pickups based on established schedule.
- Performs baling activities in preparation for vendor transport.
- Be able to effectively communicate with current and future customers while maintaining a positive attitude.
- Adheres to the daily weekly monthly housekeeping and equipment maintenance requirements.
- Reports any deficiencies to the facility and/or equipment to the ManagerEnvironmental Health and Sustainability.
- Ensures personal safety and the safety of other employees visitors customers and community at the recycling center and while performing activities
- Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate person.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Must be able to complete PCI Recycling forklift certification program within ninety (90) days of employment.
- Experience in recycling or solid waste activities preferred.
- Experience operating recycling equipment to include telehandler skid steer and forklift preferred.
- Ability to work odd and irregular hours as needed.
- Must successfully pass the required criminal and character background check.
- Must possess a valid state drivers license and insurable driving record according to Tribal insurance guidelines.
- Ability to travel and participate in required training leadership development and other events.
- Ability to perform all duties and responsibilities of this position adequately and successfully.
- Ability to pull/back up various lengths of trailers required.
- Must have excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Must be able to work independently and as a team.
- Must be able to operate equipment and machinery used in the recycling program.
- Must be able to explain the benefits of recycling and importance of waste reduction.
- Physically capable and willing to work outside in the environment when required.
- Physically capable of and willing to work in an environment requiring wading of streams while carrying equipment.
- Must be able to swim.
- Must be in good physical condition with the ability to sit stand walk kneel crouch stoop squat and twist for an extended period of time as well as climb lift hold and move objects weighing a minimum of fifty (50) pounds.
- Ability to remain engaged until assignments are completed and overcome obstacles.
- Takes accountability for performance and results.
- Open and honest communicator and follows policies and procedures.
- The starting pay will depend on factors such as experience level and skillset.
- Voluntary fulltime benefit offerings include the following medical dental vision and life insurance and other voluntarily insurance options. We also offer an Employee Assistant Program (EAP) paid time off paid holidays 401K with matching bonuses and COLA increase.
Every applicant must complete an application provided by Human Resources. A resume will not be accepted in the place of an application.
**Please note ALL individuals selected for employment are required to complete a background investigation. Individuals being placed in positions designed as childsensitive or datasensitive must successfully complete a background check prior to employment.
INDIAN PREFERENCE SPOUSAL PREFERENCE OR FIRST GENERATION:
In the event more than one applicant meets the requirements as stated in a job description preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Tribal Member (2) First Generation Descendant of a Tribal Member (3) Spouse of Tribal Member (4) Indian (5) NonIndian
In the event that a position of employment is funded in whole or in part my any federal grant and/or contract or other public funding preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Indian (2) NonIndian
In order to receive preference the appropriate documentation must be submitted.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
