Jobs at Granger Waste Services (Now Hiring) — 5 open

Why You’ll Love Working Here  

• Stable, full-time position with year-round work  
• Opportunity to operate heavy equipment in a dynamic environment  
• Team-oriented culture focused on safety, service and reliability  
• Established, values-driven organization with long-term career opportunities  
• Meaningful work that helps protect the environment and serve local communities  
• Variety in your day, combining equipment operation, material handling and facility support 

 

What You'll Get 

• Competitive pay based on experience 
• Up to 15% 401(k) contribution (no match required) 
• Health, dental and vision insurance 
• Paid time off plus paid holidays 
• Stable, full-time employment with year-round work 
• Overtime opportunities 
• Career growth and advancement opportunities 
• Safety-focused, team-oriented work environment 
• Opportunity to operate a variety of heavy equipment and develop new skills 

 

What You’ll Do 

• Operate loaders and other equipment to process waste and recyclable materials 
• Sort recyclable commodities and remove contamination from incoming loads 
• Load waste into compactors and transfer trailers for transport 
• Operate transfer station compactors safely and efficiently 
• Back trailers into transfer bays and connect them to compacting equipment 
• Load trailers according to established weight limits and transportation requirements 
• Prepare outbound trailers by securing doors, cleaning equipment and performing inspections 
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip equipment inspections using electronic reporting systems 
• Report equipment issues and complete maintenance work orders using computer software 
• Maintain yard containers and assist with general facility upkeep 
• Perform site cleanup and ensure a safe, organized work environment 
• Follow all company safety procedures and environmental regulations 

 

What We’re Looking For  

• Minimum 1 year of equipment operating experience required 
• Experience operating loaders, compactors or other heavy equipment preferred 
• CDL A license preferred 
• Strong commitment to safety and attention to detail 
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities 
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic 
• High school diploma or GED required 

 

Work Schedule & Location 

Location: Jackson, MI 
Regular schedule: Monday – Friday, 5:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. (30-minute lunch), Saturday, 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 

 

Safety Sensitive Information 

This position is designated safety-sensitive. The associate will operate a vehicle or other equipment on behalf of Granger Waste Services as an essential function of their job and must comply with all applicable safety and drug and alcohol policies. 

 

About Granger Waste Services  

Working at Granger Waste Services isn’t just a career--it’s a calling. Guided by the Golden Rule, we’re committed to caring for our customers, our communities and each other. If you’re ready to make a difference while building a rewarding career, we’d love to have you on our team.  

 

Join a team that values safety, service and teamwork while building a rewarding career that makes a real impact every day.