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Shop Helper

Recology
Santa Rosa, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/3/2026

SHIFT:  Swing Shift, Monday- Friday, 3:00pm - 11:30pm

Role

Under general supervision, performs maintenance and repair duties as directed. Must be available to work any assigned shift.

Essential Responsibilities

  • Performs assigned preventative maintenance and lubrication for vehicles and equipment.
  • Services and performs safety and maintenance inspections on refuse trucks and equipment.
  • Cleans and repairs garbage and recycle containers.
  • Writes repair orders from driver's Vehicle Condition Reports (VCRs).
  • Picks up parts from vendors as needed.
  • Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with Company policy and OSHA safety procedures.
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED preferred.
  • Six months of related shop experience and basic understanding of heavy equipment terminology.
  • Valid driver’s or commercial driver’s license preferred.

Recology Offers

  • An ecologically innovative company that finds and mentors people committed to protecting the environment and sustaining our communities.
  • The largest employee-owned resource recovery company in the industry with terrific benefits to help you prosper.
  • A creative and caring culture that values community, diversity, altruism, accountability, collaboration, and learning by doing.
  • An inspired company mission driven to use and return resources to their best and highest use through the practice of the 4R’s: Reduce, Re-use, Recycle, and Recologize.
  • Distinct professional challenges to connect with, care for, and grow community that sees a world without waste.

Recology Benefits May Include

  • Paid time off and paid holidays.
  • Health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
  • Retirement plans (Employee Stock Ownership Plan, 401(k) with match).
  • Annual wellness incentives.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Educational assistance.
  • Commuting benefits.
  • Employee referral program.

Supplemental Information

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job; and pursuant to applicable law, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal records. It is important that you provide accurate information on the job application, inaccurate information may cause delays in the processing of your application and/or may disqualify you as a candidate.

Recology is an equal opportunity employer committed to supporting an inclusive work environment where employees are valued, heard, and provided development opportunities. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis that is prohibited by law.

This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, effort, work conditions, and benefits associated with the job.

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