What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recycler I position at City of Keene, NH?
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Department
Public Works - Solid Waste
Location
Transfer Station
Position Type
FT Employee
Salary
$18.82- $22.89 per hour
Date
2025.07.31
Description
Join the City of Keene as a Recycler I – Help Us Keep Keene Clean and Green!
Are you someone who enjoys hands-on work, being outdoors, and making a difference in your community? The City of Keene is seeking a dedicated full-time Recycler I to join our hardworking team at our Transfer Station. This role is perfect for someone who’s passionate about sustainability, enjoys working with equipment, and values excellent customer service.
As a Recycler I, you'll be at the heart of our recycling operations—sorting materials, operating essential machinery like balers, skid steers, and loaders, and ensuring our facility runs smoothly and safely. You’ll also interact with residents, help collect City recyclables, turn compost, assist in snow removal, and help maintain a clean, welcoming environment.
If you have a basic understanding of solid waste management and enjoy physically active work that supports a greener future for Keene, we encourage you to apply!
Note: This position is subject to recall and stand-by duty during non-regular working hours, weekends, and holidays. This position should be able to respond within 30 minutes, depending on weather conditions, to staff the work site.
Minimum qualifications:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education/experience. A valid driver’s license is required. Both a CDL and Weighmaster License are desired. The Solid Waste Facility Principal Operator Step I Certification is required within one year of employment.
Pay and Benefits:
During the 6-month probationary period, the pay rate for this position is $18.10 per hour. Upon successful completion of the probationary period, this position will move to the regular pay schedule which consists of pay steps and hourly rates ranging from $18.82- $22.89 per hour, depending on experience.
Are you used to spending a considerable amount of money on insurance? YOU WON’T HERE! The City of Keene offers low-deductible/low-cost health insurance, low-cost dental insurance and other benefits such as life, disability, defined benefit retirement, paid time off including vacation days, personal days and sick days and more!
Apply today! Confirmation that your application has been successfully submitted and received will be sent via email.
This position will be open until filled and applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.
Job Description: Recycler I
The City of Keene is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary : $19 - $23
