Transportation / Logistics
University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee Hiring for MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR – WASTE AND RECYCLING Job at Milwaukee, WI Full Time
Position Type University Staff Appointment Type Ongoing/Probationary FLSA Status Nonexempt Percent 100 Posting Type Staff Introduction (Description of School/College/Dept/Program)
This is a 1st shift position, Monday – Friday (7:30AM – 4:00PM)
Starting salary range, depending on experience: $17-19/hour
In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidate’s application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications. UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications.
Who We Are:
UWM, a doctoral/research intensive university, is Wisconsin’s premier public urban university and offers a comprehensive liberal arts and professional education at the undergraduate and graduate level to over 24,000 students. UWM takes pride in being a student-centered institution that is deeply committed to diversity in its student body, faculty and staff, and programs. Our tree-lined, 104-acre campus is located on Milwaukee’s upper-east side, one of the city’s most attractive residential areas and home to many faculty, staff, and students. For more information, please visit our website at www.uwm.edu.
UWM, a doctoral/research intensive university, is Wisconsin’s premier public urban university and offers a comprehensive liberal arts and professional education at the undergraduate and graduate level to over 24,000 students. UWM takes pride in being a student-centered institution that is deeply committed to diversity in its student body, faculty and staff, and programs. Our tree-lined, 104-acre campus is located on Milwaukee’s upper-east side, one of the city’s most attractive residential areas and home to many faculty, staff, and students. For more information, please visit our website at www.uwm.edu.
What We Offer:
- Innovative, collaborative, and casual-work environment
- Challenging and progressive career development
- On-site health & wellness programs
- On-site affordable day care
- Open communication, recognition programs, and team-building events
- And much more to motivated, results-oriented individuals who want to make a real difference in their community and role
The University of Wisconsin (UW) System offers a comprehensive benefits package to meet the diverse needs of our community. The University contributes towards the cost of several benefit plans. Employees also receive a vacation package starting at 104 hours during first year, sick leave (with no expiration), personal holiday (36hrs each year), and paid legal holidays.
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Office of Sustainability leadership, the Motor Vehicle Operator for Waste and Recycling is primarily responsible for implementing UWM’s self-haul recycling program, including planning daily/weekly program logistics, collecting and processing recyclable materials from across the UWM campus, and coordinating paper commodities services. Operates large trucks and heavy equipment to collect, transport, and consolidate several waste and recycling streams from the institution while ensuring environmental compliance. This is semi-skilled work requiring significant autonomy, prioritization of tasks, and monitoring changes in service level needs. Supports other departmental programs as directed, including supporting Surplus metal and e-waste collection and recycling.
This position performs all duties in a professional manner, with an emphasis on customer service, interacting with multiple departments, colleagues, and the public daily while serving as a model representative of the Office of Sustainability.
This is a 1st shift position, Monday – Friday (7:30AM – 4:00PM)
Starting salary range, depending on experience: $17-19/hour
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants for this vacancy must:
- Willingness to drive a box truck and forklift
- Willingness to work in a range of environments, such as warehouse, office, and outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Evidence of ability to stand, walk, push, pull, and sit for extended periods of time
- Evidence of ability to frequently handle and lift heavy objects, up to 50 lbs. at a time
- Must possess a valid Wisconsin Driver license (or other such valid operator’s permit recognized by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation) and be able to meet or exceed the minimum requirements for driving on state business as detailed here: https://uwm.edu/risk-management/drivers/
Preferred Qualifications
Highly qualified candidates will also have:
- Demonstrated experience using forklifts, compactors, and balers, or similar equipment
- Demonstrated knowledge and interest in recycling and waste diversion
- Evidence of ability to maintain a safe, clean, and positive work environment and to occasionally work under pressure or in stressful situations
- Demonstrated customer service experience
- Ability to occasionally work weekends or maintain a flexible schedule, such as for our annual Move-Out program (usually during late May)
Application Instructions
Interested applicants are required to apply online and provide:
- Cover letter addressing your education/experience as it applies to all minimum and preferred qualifications
- Resume
- Document listing the names and contact information for three professional references
In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidate’s application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications. UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications.
This is a continuous recruitment. Screening begins on December 12, 2022 and will continue until the position is filled. Applications received after December 11, 2022 may not receive consideration.
Application Deadline