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Recycling Support Worker

Inside Higher Ed
Tallahassee, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 5/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/13/2026
Job Title: Recycling Support Worker

Location: Tallahassee, FL

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job ID: 62281

Department

Facilities - Waste Management

Responsibilities

  • Shreds paper at shredding facility. Operates a forklift to move paper bins to the conveyor belt and removes shredded paper from the machine. Loads and unloads cardboard. Operates balers to compress recyclable materials into bundles or bales.
  • Shreds confidential documents, ensuring all confidential shredding processes are completed in compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements. Verifies that all required confidential approvals are obtained before a scheduled pickup. Oversees the secure handling, transport, and storage of confidential materials until Waste Management completes final destruction.
  • Removes refuse from residence halls and academic buildings. Separates refuse for proper processing and/or disposal. Operates medium-weight vehicles such as open-bed, flat-bed, and other chassis-cab type trucks, complying with truck driving rules as well as university policies and procedures.
  • Maintains a safe, clean, sustainable, and attractive environment for the students, faculty, and staff of our institution. Assists in keeping the Waste Management Facility areas clean, which may include pressure washing, grounds, fence lines, and roll-off container areas in the compound. May support areas within Waste Management and other assigned special projects as needed.

Qualifications

  • Completion of 9th Grade.
  • A valid State of Florida or Georgia Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one upon hire.
  • Must have the ability to walk and stand for long periods of time and work in inclement weather.

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

Learn more about our university and campuses.

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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

Veterans' Preference

Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for post secondary educational requirements, in employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. Veterans' Preference applies to University Support Personnel System (USPS) positions only.

IMPORTANT: To claim Veterans' Preference, select “yes” to the question on the application questionnaire and upload a DD-214 (or equivalent), the Veterans' Preference Certification form, and other documentation if applicable with your online application before midnight of the position closing date.

Click the links for eligibility information and required documentation, or call FSU Human Resources at (850) 644-6034.

Considerations

This is an USPS (University Support Personnel System) position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

The work schedule is 7:00am to 3:30pm with a 30-minute break.

This position is being re-advertised. Previous applicants need not apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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