Refuse Collector
Opportunity in Santa Maria
Key Information
- Benefits: A comprehensive benefits package is included.
- This role centers on your professional skills within the Waste Management And Environmental Services space in Santa Maria.
- Clear growth pathways at our Santa Maria office.
- Pay: $18-$23/Hour (approx. $43.7k/Year)
- Based in: Santa Maria, CA (a key business district)
- Role in Santa Maria: Refuse Collector
- Status: New Santa Maria listing (actively interviewing).
- Employer: Waste Management (Hiring in Santa Maria)
- This Santa Maria-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Waste Management team in Santa Maria, CA is growing.
- Benefit from working in Santa Maria, a key hub for the Waste Management And Environmental Services industry.
Company Overview: Waste Management provides essential municipal sanitation services across North America, supporting residential routes through a strong safety culture, dependable scheduling, and career stability.
Position Summary & Responsibilities: As a Refuse Collector, you support daily frontline waste collection, equipment sanitation, and residential/commercial route fulfillment. Working along assigned service loops, you assist collection truck drivers by manually or mechanically positioning waste containers, loading residential trash bins into rear-loader hydraulic lifts, and operating compaction controls. Furthermore, you conduct daily vehicle washdowns, sanitize waste holding hoppers, clear route hazards, and maintain strict adherence to company safety rules. This role is 100% physical and strictly requires full on-site presence along collection routes and facility grounds (zero remote availability).
Qualifications & Benefits: Candidates must be at least 18 years of age with a High School Diploma or GED preferred. Requires physical stamina for frequent lifting (up to 50 lbs), bending, standing, and working in varied outdoor weather conditions, alongside a strong commitment to workplace safety. Full-time Refuse Collectors receive competitive hourly base pay, complete health/dental/vision insurance, 401(k) company matching, paid time off, and career advancement paths toward commercial driving positions.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Refuse Collector position pay at Waste Management?
This role offers a pay range of $18 - $23. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Santa Maria.
Where is this Refuse Collector job located?
This position is based in Santa Maria, CA. Waste Management has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Santa Maria.
What benefits does Waste Management offer for this position?
Waste Management provides comprehensive benefits starting Day 1, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and employee assistance programs.
What does a typical day look like as a Refuse Collector?
A typical shift involves receiving, picking, packing, and sorting customer orders in Waste Management's Santa Maria facility. You'll work with a team to meet daily fulfillment targets while following safety protocols.
What qualifications do I need for this Refuse Collector role?
Most Refuse Collector positions at Waste Management require a high school diploma or equivalent. Specific experience requirements vary by role. Check the full job description for details.
How do I apply for this Refuse Collector position in Santa Maria?
You can apply directly on this page by clicking the 'Apply Now' button. The application process is quick and typically takes just a few minutes. Waste Management reviews applications on a rolling basis.
