MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR - WASTE AND RECYCLING

MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR - WASTE AND RECYCLING

University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee

Position Number: 02238476

Introduction (Description of School/College/Dept/Program)
Who We Are:
UWM, a doctoral/research intensive university, is Wisconsin’s premier public urban university and offers a comprehensive liberal arts and professional education at the undergraduate and graduate level to over 25,000 students. UWM takes pride in being a student-centered institution that is deeply committed to diversity in its student body, faculty and staff, and programs. Our tree-lined, 104-acre campus is located on Milwaukee’s upper-east side, one of the city’s most attractive residential areas and home to many faculty, staff, and students. For more information, please visit our website at www.uwm.edu.

What We Offer:

• Innovative, collaborative, and casual-work environment
• Challenging and progressive career development
• On-site health & wellness programs
• On-site affordable day care
• Open communication, recognition programs, and team-building events
• And much more to motivated, results-oriented individuals who want to make a real difference in their community and role

The University of Wisconsin (UW) System offers a comprehensive benefits package to meet the diverse needs of our community. The University contributes towards the cost of several benefit plans. Employees also receive a vacation package starting at 104 hours during first year, sick leave (with no expiration), personal holiday (36hrs each year), and paid legal holidays.

Job Summary
This position is primarily responsible for implementing UWM's self-haul recycling program, including planning daily/weekly program logistics, collecting and processing recyclable materials from across the UWM campus, and coordinating paper commodities services. Operates large trucks and heavy equipment to collect, transport, and consolidate several waste and recycling streams from the institution while ensuring environmental compliance. This is semi-skilled work requiring significant autonomy, monitoring of changes in service level needs, and prioritization of tasks. Supports other departmental programs as directed, including supporting Surplus metal and e-waste collection and recycling. This position performs all duties in a professional manner, with an emphasis on customer service, interacting with multiple departments daily, while also serving as model representatives of the Office of Sustainability.

This is a 1st shift position, Monday - Friday (7:30AM - 4:00PM)
Starting salary range, depending on experience: $17-19/hour

Minimum Qualifications
Applicants for this vacancy must:

• Possess a strong mechanical aptitude
• Possess the ability to occasionally work a flexible schedule with some weekends as needed (must be able to work during Move-Out periods, which are typically around the 2nd-3rd week in May, and Move-Out Festival typically the 3rd or 4th weekend in May)
• Must be able to handle odors
• Ability to stand, walk, push, pull, and sit for extended periods of time
• Ability to work in a range of environments and weather
• Ability to regularly handle and lift heavy objects, up to 50 lbs. at a time
• Valid Wisconsin Driver’s License
• Ability to obtain a Wisconsin Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

Preferred Qualifications
Highly qualified candidates will also have:

• Demonstrated knowledge and interested in recycling and waste diversion
• Possess motivation to continually expand knowledge and expertise around the role and the recycling and waste industries
• Ability to maintain a safe, clean, and positive work environment
• Proven ability to operate large vehicles in high-traffic areas and in stressful situations, such as a campus setting
• Ability to work under pressure, handle stressful situations, and maintain flexibility
• Ability to understand safety rules, operations and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to work independently or in small groups
• Ability to maintain healthy campus and contractor relationships
• Demonstrated experience using forklift, compactors, and balers

Application Instructions
Interested applicants are required to apply online and provide:

• Cover letter addressing your education/experience as it applies to all minimum and preferred qualifications
• Resume
• Document listing the names and contact information for three professional references

The search committee will consider resumes and/or cover letters that fail to address the qualifications, or where explanations are unclear, as the applicant not possessing the qualification.

This is a continuous recruitment. Screening begins on August 18, 2022 and will continue until the position is filled. Applications received after August 17, 2022 may not receive consideration.

Application Notes
For this position, applicants are required to apply online. UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Additionally, applicants must complete all required fields and attach any required documents. The process is complete when the message “Your application has been submitted” is displayed and you receive a confirmation number.

Legal Notices AA/EO Statement

UWM is an AA/EO employer: All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status.

Reasonable Accommodations

UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact uwm-jobs@uwm.edu or 414-229-4463. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.

Confidentiality of Applicant Materials

UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.

CBC and Reference Check Policy

Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)

For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/, or call UWM’s Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414) 229-4632 for a paper copy.

Employment Authorization

In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Title and Total Compensation Project

The University of Wisconsin System is engaged in a Title and Total Compensation (TTC) project to redesign job titles and compensation structures. As a result of the TTC project, official job titles on current job postings may change in 2021. Job duties and responsibilities will remain the same. For more information please visit: wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/title-and-total-compensation-study/

To apply, please visit: https://jobs.uwm.edu/postings/35074


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