Downey,CA:Garbage Collector at Waste Management | Hiring
Position in Downey, CA
Fast Facts
- Position: Garbage Collector (Based in Downey)
- Posted: Recently.
- Hiring Organization: Waste Management
- Location: Downey, CA
- This Downey-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Waste Management team in Downey, CA is growing.
- Benefit from working in Downey, a key hub for the Waste Management And Environmental Services industry.
What You Get
- Pay: $18-$22/Hour (approx. $42.1k/Year)
- Benefits: This role offers a competitive benefits package.
- Clear growth pathways at our Downey office.
What You'll Do
- Apply your your professional skills skills at our Downey location.
Company Overview: Waste Management provides vital community sanitation services across North America, built on a foundation of workforce safety, dependable route performance, and career development for frontline team members.
Position Overview & Responsibilities: As a Garbage Collector at Waste Management, you execute daily residential and commercial refuse collection along assigned neighborhood loops. Riding on collection vehicle steps or accompanying route drivers, you manually maneuver heavy waste carts, position bins onto hydraulic tipping lifters, and operate packer controls safely. You clear spilled debris to keep customer properties clean, assist drivers with backing spotter duties, and report damaged containers to dispatch teams. This role is 100% physical and strictly requires full on-site route presence with zero work-from-home availability.
Qualifications & Benefits: Must be at least 18 years of age with a High School Diploma or GED preferred. Requires physical endurance to walk, bend, stand, and lift up to 50 lbs repetitively across all outdoor seasonal weather conditions, alongside a strong safety orientation. Offers competitive starting hourly pay, overtime opportunities, full medical and dental insurance, 401(k) company matching, paid holidays, and CDL driver training opportunities.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Garbage Collector at Waste Management | Hiring position pay at Waste Management?
This role offers a pay range of $18 - $22. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Downey.
Where is this Garbage Collector at Waste Management | Hiring job located?
This position is based in Downey, CA. Waste Management has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Downey.
What benefits does Waste Management offer for this position?
Waste Management provides comprehensive benefits starting Day 1, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and employee assistance programs.
Does Waste Management provide training for new hires?
Yes, Waste Management provides comprehensive paid training for all new associates. This includes safety orientation, equipment operation certification, and role-specific process training.
What qualifications do I need for this Garbage Collector at Waste Management | Hiring role?
Most Garbage Collector at Waste Management | Hiring positions at Waste Management require a high school diploma or equivalent. Specific experience requirements vary by role. Check the full job description for details.
How do I apply for this Garbage Collector at Waste Management | Hiring position in Downey?
You can apply directly on this page by clicking the 'Apply Now' button. The application process is quick and typically takes just a few minutes. Waste Management reviews applications on a rolling basis.
