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Waste Handler

Sentara Health
Norfolk, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/4/2026

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital is hiring a Full-time, Night Shift Waste Handler to support the Environmental Services Department in Norfolk, VA.
 

Hours/Shift: Full-Time, Night Shift working Monday through Friday from 11 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., and every other weekend.

Responsible for transporting all types of waste, including RMW (Regulated Medical Waste), Recycled, Solid and Sharps and Chemo, as assigned, practicing safe work habits through the appropriate use various dedicated waste containers. Must follow procedures for transporting waste per departmental guidelines. Adheres to all regulatory standards for waste collection and transport.
 

1 year of housekeeping/ESD experience required in lieu of High School Education.

Education

  • High School Grad or Equivalent (Preferred)

Experience

  • 1 year of housekeeping/ESD experience in lieu of High School Education (Required)

  • Previous Waste Handler/Bio Hazard Waste Experience (Preferred)

Keywords: Waste Handler, Environmental Services, Waste Disposal, Biohazard Waste Tech

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