Internal Posting?
Posting Number	SP005097P
Position Title	Recycling, Compost, and Solid Waste Technician I
Division/College	Facilities Management
Department	Facilities Management-Shops/Misc.
Location	Moscow
Posting Context Statement
Position Overview	This position aids in developing and implementing the Recycling, Compost and Solid Waste programs to minimize waste production and manage costs on the University of Idaho campus. Duties may include: Dispose of a variety of materials Maintain records of overall types and weights of materials leaving the university Establish fair market value and maintain current records of disposition Assist with managing and oversight of the solid waste program Work with the Environmental Health and Safety Office (EHS) to identify, reduce and divert hazardous waste Attend meetings and training sessions to keep current on program changes and solid waste technologies and regulations Other duties as assigned
Unit URL	https://www.uidaho.edu/facility-services

Position Qualifications

Required Experience	Working in a team environment Learning and following set procedures and routines Setting priorities and organizing daily responsibilities
Required Education	High School Diploma or equivalent
Required Other	Possess a valid driver’s license and be able to meet policy requirements for driving university-owned vehicles Be at least 18 years of age
Additional Preferred	Post-secondary education or training certificates related to the solid waste and recycling industries, with emphasis on current regulations, rules and practices Two years of warehousing or production experience in a recycling, collection center or warehouse environment Knowledge of and/or training on state and federal property disposal guidelines Experience safely handling and shipping hazardous materials Certification involving hazardous materials safety training Forklift operator certification Expressed interest in learning and acquiring skills related to recycling and solid waste
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions	Must be able to: Bend, stoop and work in awkward positions for several hours at a time Carry, lift or otherwise move up items weighing up to 50 pounds Push, pull or otherwise move loaded wheeled carts, containers or tow units by hand over hard surfaces Stand and walk continuously throughout the workday Work in inclement weather conditions Work on uneven and slick surfaces
Degree Requirement	Listed degree qualification is required at time of application

Posting Information

FLSA Status	Non-Exempt
Employee Category	Classified
Pay Range	$19.06 per hour commensurate with experience
Type of Appointment	Fiscal Year
FTE	1.
Full Time/Part Time	Full Time
Funding
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy.	Uncertain
Posting Date	11/25/2025
Closing Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants	The priority consideration date for applications is 12/9/25. Applications after that date will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until positions are filled. Describe fully how you meet each required qualification in this position. (experience, education and required other) Only applicants who demonstrate that they meet all required qualifications in their written application are eligible to be considered for the position.
Applicant Resources	https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement	Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
EEO Statement	The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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