Recycling, Compost and Solid Waste Technician I

University of Idaho
University of Idaho

Full-time

USD 20-20 / hour

Posted on Sep 24, 2026

Position Details

Position Information
Internal Posting?
Posting Number SP005463P
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
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 $20.00 per hour depending on experience.
Type of Appointment Fiscal Year
FTE
1.0
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Funding
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. Uncertain
Posting Date 09/23/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
When entering employment history, be sure to include all past work experience relevant to the duties of this position in the Employment Experience section of the application.

Applications will be reviewed on 10/7/26 and at regular intervals thereafter until suitable applicants are
hired.
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.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Are you at least 18 years of age?
    • yes
    • no
  2. * Do you possess a valid driver's license?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * Describe fully how you meet each required qualification of 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.

    (Open Ended Question)

  4. Describe how you meet any of the preferred qualifications for this position.

    (Open Ended Question)

  5. * Describe any work history related to the described duties of this position.

    (Open Ended Question)

  6. * No visa sponsorship is available for this position. If hired, can you show proof of authorization to work in the United States?
    • Yes
    • No
  7. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
    • Academic Careers
    • Association of Public and Land Grant Universities (APLU)
    • Chronicle
    • Facebook
    • HigherEd/Academic Impressions
    • Higher Ed Jobs
    • Idaho Department of Labor/Job Service including Job Central or Idaho Works (Idahoworks.gov)
    • Indeed.com
    • Inside Higher Ed
    • LinkedIn
    • Newspaper
    • Other Venue
    • Professional Listservs (Ex: NACUBO, AAAE, ISMC, etc.)
    • University of Idaho Website
    • University of Idaho Daily Register
    • University of Idaho Employee
    • Word of Mouth
    • Militaryjob.com
    • DSPSjobs.com
    • Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC)
  8. * Were you referred to this employment opportunity by a current University of Idaho employee? If so, please provide their name and department.

    (Open Ended Question)

  9. * Are you currently authorized to work in the United States of America?
    • Yes
    • No
  10. * Do you now, or in the future require sponsorship through the University of Idaho to continue working in the United States?
    • Yes
    • No
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