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Waste Technician Driver

Ally Waste Services
San Jose, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/4/2027
About the Role

As a Waste Tech, you'll support clean and well-maintained apartment communities through daily trash and recycling services. This active, outdoor role includes servicing waste areas, driving routes, and documenting work through our mobile app. We're looking for reliable team members who work hard, stay consistent, and care about delivering great service.


Schedule & Pay:



  • Full Time

  • Monday- Friday

  • Start time: 4:00 AM

  • Overtime may be required

  • Pay $21.00 - $22.00 / hr. (Depending on experience)

    • Eligible for a $1.00/hour increase after successfully passing 90-day probationary period.




Waste Tech Driver Responsibilities:



  • Safely operate a company vehicle to complete scheduled daily routes, following all traffic laws and practicing defensive driving at all times.

  • Sort trash, recycling, and compostables on-site into the correct containers, following established decontamination guidelines.

  • Manually compact and redistribute materials in bins to maximize space and efficiency.

  • Sweep and maintain trash enclosures, trash rooms, and trash chutes.

  • Remove bulky items such as furniture, mattresses, and equipment as needed.

  • Identify and safely handle hazardous materials according to training.

  • Document completed services with photos using our mobile app.

  • Communicate service issues, property concerns, or access problems to management promptly.

  • Build positive working relationships with property managers, maintenance teams, and residents

  • Participate in vehicle inspections and report equipment issues, accidents, or incidents immediately.


Waste Tech Driver Requirements:



  • Valid non-CDL driver's license with at least 2 consecutive years of licensed driving.

  • Clean driving record - verified after offer

  • Ability to frequently lift 50-80 lbs and push/maneuver equipment over 500 lbs.

  • Comfortable stepping in and out of vehicle and waste containers safely using a ladder.

  • Ability to work independently and stay on pace through a full shift.


Nice to Have



  • Prior experience in waste management, facilities, landscaping, or a similar outdoor labor role.

  • Familiarity with recycling guidelines and proper waste handling practices.

  • Customer-facing experience in a service environment.


Full Time Benefits:



  • Competitive wages

  • Paid Time Off Accrual

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

  • Company Paid Life Insurance

  • 401K

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

  • Work Boot Reimbursement

  • Referral Bonus Program

  • and more!!


Pre‑Employment Screening


Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of background screening, motor vehicle record review, and drug testing, as relevant to the position and in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Screening may include testing for marijuana where permitted by relevant regulations. Compliance with all screening requirements is a condition of employment.


 


About Ally Waste / WasteXperts by Ally Waste


Ally Waste is a nationally recognized valet trash and recycling provider serving apartment communities, student housing, and senior living facilities across the country. Our mission is simple: keep communities cleaner, residents happier, and properties running smoothly.


We're a company built on the belief that the people doing the work are the ones who make the difference. That means investing in our team, holding ourselves to high standards, and treating everyone - colleagues, clients, and residents - with respect. If you're someone who takes pride in a hard day's work and wants to be part of a growing company that actually values its people, you'll fit right in here.


 


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