Position Information
Posting date |
07/14/2025 |
Closing date |
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Open Until Filled |
Yes |
Position Number |
0409000 |
Position Title |
Waste Management Worker |
Hiring Range Minimum |
$25.54 |
Hiring Range Maximum |
$26.60 |
Union Type |
SEIU |
SEIU Level |
E |
FLSA Status |
Non-Exempt |
Employment Category |
Regular Full Time |
Scheduled Months per Year |
12 |
Scheduled Hours per Week |
40 |
Schedule |
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Location of Position |
Hanover, NH |
Remote Work Eligibility? |
Onsite only |
Is this a term position? |
No |
If yes, length of term in months. |
n/a |
Is this a grant funded position? |
No |
Position Purpose |
Under minimal direction from supervisory staff, performs a wide variety of often strenuous physical tasks associated with the collection, sorting and disposal of waste and recycled materials from the Dartmouth campus. In support of departmental operations and on an as-needed basis also performs snow and ice removal and labor-related activities including movement of furniture, equipment and supplies to various locations and providing support for set-up and take-down of events on campus throughout the year. Must be capable of proficiently operating a variety of medium and light equipment. This specifically includes the safe operation of compactor and other trucks associated with the collection and transport of waste and recycling in constrained locations as well as the operation of fixed compactors. |
Description |
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Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp |
High School or equivalency |
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities |
- 2+ years relevant experience.
- Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to operate and maintain medium and small equipment.
- Strong communication skills and customer service orientation.
- Ability to work autonomously.
- Ability to perform strenuous physical activities in all weather conditions.
- Willingness and ability to work overtime as required.
- Must be qualified under the terms of the Dartmouth College Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Policy.
- Must be willing to take and pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination.
- Must pass an annual hearing test.
- Must successfully complete the following training prior to undertaking work to which training relates including Driver Safety, Forklift Operator, Lockout/Tagout, Confined Spaces and Hazard Communication.
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Preferred Qualifications |
- High level of knowledge regarding and ability to operate and maintain a wide variety of powered equipment such as jackhammers, snow blowers, pumps, and electric snakes.
- Ability to understand and apply Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines relating to excavation, drainage, and confined space entry.
- Ability to direct the work of and provide hands-on leadership for small work parties assigned to specific projects.
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Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries |
Campus Services HR |
Department Contact Phone Number |
603-646-3323 |
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title |
Gregory Frost |
Department Contact's Phone Number |
Gregory.R.Frost@dartmouth.edu |
Equal Opportunity Employer |
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. |
Background Check |
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. |
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? |
Yes |
Special Instructions to Applicants |
UNION
POSITIONS
ARE
AVAILABLE TO
SEIU
UNION
MEMBERS
ONLY
DURING
THE
FIRST
WEEK OF
POSTING.
AFTER
ONE
WEEK OF
POSTING, IF
THE
POSITION
HAS
NOT
BEEN
FILLED
INTERNALLY, IT IS
OPEN TO
THE
GENERAL
PUBLIC
AND
OTHER
MEMBERS OF
THE
DARTMOUTH
COMMUNITY.
Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy.
https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
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Additional Instructions |
#CampusServices |
Quick Link |
https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/79882 |
Key Accountabilities
Description |
Primary Responsibilities
- Assists with the collection, sorting, and disposal of bulk and contained solid waste, compost, universal waste and recycled materials.
- Removes debris, discarded items, and other waste material from outdoor areas and loading docks and transports for disposal.
- Assists with the set-up and take-down associated with major events on the campus, such as commencement and reunions, conferences, picnics and concerts. Includes activities such as the transport, assembly, disassembly and storage of furniture, platforms, barricades, public address, sound and lighting systems.
- Packs, loads, transports, unloads, unpacks, arranges, and stores furniture, equipment and supplies between College locations.
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Percentage Of Time |
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Description |
- Performs assigned custodial and maintenance tasks to maintain shop area vehicles in a neat, clean and orderly condition.
- Performs snow and ice removal operations using medium and small equipment and hand tools.
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Percentage Of Time |
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Description |
In support of duties as assigned above, operates medium and light-duty equipment including but not limited to types as described below:
- Light Duty Equipment: Snowblower
- Medium Duty Equipment: Sidewalk Plow with accessories; Medium Tractor with accessories; Forklift; Box Truck; Pick-Up Truck with snowplow or sander; Stake Bed Truck; Trash Compactor Truck; Telehandler
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Percentage Of Time |
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Description |
Culture and Employee Belonging
We are actively striving to make Campus Services a desired place to work in the Upper Valley, a place where people feel welcomed, where they can be their authentic selves, be heard, and feel accepted. We want this culture to be felt by those who receive our services. The way we treat one another should be the same way we treat our customers.
- Demonstrates a commitment to inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
- Participates in division wide CEB initiatives and training, including promotion of the 7 Principles (Empathy, Fairness, Dependability, Inclusivity, Consideration, Vulnerability and Respect)
- Collaborates, when appropriate, on other CEB-related initiatives within the division and College
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Percentage Of Time |
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Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others. |
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Performs other duties as assigned. |
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