Sorter II at Republic Services

Scottsdale, Arizona, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Recycling, Waste ManagementIndustries

Sort and segregate recoverable materials (e.g., aluminum, plastic, glass, paper, etc.) from incoming waste, or remove non-recyclable materials
Deposit recoverable material safely and efficiently into appropriate chute
Assist other sorters on an as-needed basis with heavy or bulky items
Communicate with equipment operators regarding incoming loads of special waste or other loads that require special attention
Increase production of the sort line by minimizing down time and providing training to sorters on the line
Ensure compliance with all safety rules regarding the sort line; including stopping the conveyor belt in emergency situations
Inspect and remove jams on the sort line
Clean the automated sorting equipment on a daily basis, including screens, belly pans, and under the system, in addition to other light maintenance duties
Maintain cleanliness of facility during shift and perform end of shift cleaning
Assist Maintenance Technicians during system repairs, as assigned
Distinguish different types of recyclables (e.g., various types of plastic-PETE, HDPE; glass by color; aluminum from tin or bi-metal; paper-5 to 6 grads)
Perform other job-related duties as assigned