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Located in a historic neighborhood in the nation's capital, Georgetown offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, exciting ways to take advantage of Washington, D.C., and a commitment to social justice. Our community is a tight knit group of remarkable individuals interested in intellectual inquiry and making a difference in the world.RequirementsRecycling Laborer, Recycling and Waste Management - Facilities Management - Georgetown University Position #: P18678Full-time: 40 hoursSchedule: Saturday - Thursday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.Pay: $17.53 per hourLocation: Main Campus, 3700 "O" Street, Washington, DCJob OverviewThe Recycling Laborer assists in the operation of the campus-wide, multi-material Recycling Program, including lifting and emptying heavy recycling containers, processing materials and cleaning and disinfecting recycling vehicles, collection areas, and collection containers. As well, they ensure that all recycling areas are clean, fully functional and operational. Work Interactions and Work Mode DesignationThe Recycling Laborer reports directly to the Supervisor of Recycling and Waste Management, along with three Heavy Vehicle Operators and three Recycling Laborers.They primarily work with employees in the Recycling and Waste Management area and Facilities Management, but as work is being performed, may interact with students, faculty, staff and visitors as they traverse the campus. It is important that the Recycling Laborer works cooperatively with fellow employees to assure work is completed on time and according to specified plans.This position has been designated as On-Campus. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position's mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University's mode of work designations for staff and AAP positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: and QualificationsCompletion of 10th grade of High School 2 years of experience performing general or labor work directly related to recycling and solid waste managementA valid driver's permit from Maryland, District of Columbia or Virginia is required.Good verbal communication skillsHighly motivated, able to work independently, and concerned with recycling and environmental issuesTechnical Qualifications or Specialized Certification: This position may require the incumbent to operate University commercial vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating of 10K+ (e.g., tow trucks, box trucks, trash trucks, buses, lifts, etc.). As such, the incumbent must possess a medical card and/or certificate issued by the Department of Transportation (DOT), which is issued by a licensed "medical examiner," after completion of a DOT physical examination as defined in GU Policy 1017 and DOT Regulations 391.11 (4) - Medical Card/Certificate and 390.5 (1) - Commercial Motor Vehicles (10K+) Definitions ( Georgetown Employees:If you currently work at Georgetown University, please exit this website and login to GMS (gms.georgetown.edu) using your Net ID and password. Then select the Career worklet on your GMS Home dashboard to view Jobs at Georgetown.Submission Guidelines:Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at Georgetown University you must submit a resume for each position of interest for which you believe you are qualified. Documents are not kept on file for future positions.Need Assistance:If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please click here for more information, or contact the Office of Institutional Diversity, Equity, and Affirmative Action (IDEAA) at 202-###-#### or ...@georgetown.edu.Need some assistance with the application process? Please call 202-###-####. For more information about the suite of benefits, professional development and community involvement opportunities that make up Georgetown's commitment to its employees, please visit the Georgetown Works website.EEO Statement:Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Benefits:Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.