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Waste Processing Technician II

Covanta
retirement plan
United States, Michigan, Warren
Jul 17, 2025

Who we are

For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes.

Our Vision

Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.

Our Business

Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.

Our Value

Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world's largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world.

All that we're missing is you. Apply today!

About the role

The Waste Processing Technician II (WPT II) is a mid-level position within the facility operations at Reworld. The WPT II will be experienced and capable to conduct industrial waste processing on all waste streams utilizing the various technologies and equipment available to them with little direct oversight.

Responsibilities:

  • Understand basic facility permit requirements and conduct daily activities to support all safety and compliance requirements.

  • Operate a variety of equipment including but not limited to pressure washers, power tools, hand trucks, forklifts, and other power tools in accordance with company policies and procedures as well as OSHA requirements.

  • Safely operate mobile equipment (e.g., yard dog) within the facility boundaries.

  • Able to off load inbound packages, liquid trucks, and containers.

  • Process inbound material using facility and mobile equipment.

  • Waste stream QA/QC & Lab analysis associated with receiving and shipping waste and material.

  • Complete and submit all facility associated paperwork (facility receiving, piece count, material verification, manifest review, etc.) associated with regulatory and safety record keeping paperwork.

  • General cleaning of facility and grounds.

  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

  • High School Diploma / GED required

  • 1+ year of experience

  • Able to pass respirator fit test

  • Ability to utilize NetSuite

  • Must exercise good judgement and problem-solving skills

  • Demonstrate attention to detail and time management

  • Must be able to operate cranes, forklifts, hand trucks, and other power tools

  • Operate shredders, grinders, and conveyor belts within OSHA guidelines preferred

  • Must be able to lift and move up to 50 pounds

  • Kneeling, crawling, stooping, bending, or twisting for extended periods of time

  • Walking and/or standing and/or sitting for extended periods of time

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Outlook, Word, and Excel

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Benefits:

  • Rewarding careers with competitive pay

  • No cost Basic Life and Basic AD&D Insurance, as well as supplemental employee life and AD&D and dependent life options

  • Industry leading retirement plan

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

  • Wellness Incentive & Rewards Program

  • Round-the-clock support through our Health Advocate partnership

  • Career development and mentorship

  • Educational assistance to help you invest in your future

  • And much more

All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.

Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

Our DEI Commitment

Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site because of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by going to Reworldwaste.com and clicking on the 'Contact Us' button. Under Inquires, select 'Careers' in the Interest field, fill out all required fields including your message. In the message section, please note this is a 'Job Application Accommodation Request'.

Attention Staffing Agencies & Search Firms

Reworld may sometimesselectively collaborate with staffing agencies and search firms (Agencies). Reworld will only consider candidates from Agencies with whom a signed agreement and a duly authorized work order (for a specific role)has been duly executed. Any unsolicited candidate submissions or candidate submissions from Agencies that do not meet these criteria, will be deemed invalid and ineligible for any fees.

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