Front Door Waste Technician - Allen, TX

The role

You will manage daily waste collection and onsite disposal for a multifamily apartment community. This includes collecting resident waste, operating compactors, and maintaining common area cleanliness.

What you will do

• Collect resident waste bags and place them into leak-proof hampers or carts.
• Transfer waste from carts into the designated vehicle and dispose into onsite compactors or containers.
• Safely operate compactors and clear debris or obstructions.
• Remove trash from dog waste stations, pool areas, mail kiosks, and other common spaces.
• Walk property routes including stairs to provide valet trash services.
• Monitor for improper or prohibited waste.
• Clean spills, doorsteps, sidewalks, parking lots, and compactor areas.
• Follow department productivity requirements.
• Adhere to EPA, OSHA, and company safety policies.
• Log start/end times and complete reporting through a mobile app.

Required qualifications

• At least one year of experience in waste services or a customer-service-focused role
• Knowledge of EPA and OSHA regulations related to waste handling and safety
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Ability to read and follow written instructions and operate basic equipment
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and tolerate strong odors
• Physical ability to climb stairs, walk long distances, and lift up to 50 lbs
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive locally as needed
• Personal smartphone (Android 2.2+ or iPhone iOS 4.3+) with data plan and active email

Nice to have

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Bilingual ability

About the company

Cortland is an international, vertically integrated multifamily real estate investment, development, and management firm. It is recognized as one of the top 10 multifamily owners and operators in the US.