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Affinity Waste

Part-Time Evening Trash Collector

Durham, NC · On-site

$400 - $1.3K/mo

Gig workers and delivery drivers * Retirees * Anyone looking for a dependable side hustle Location Service takes place at communities in the Durham, NC 27703 area. Apply Today If you are looking for ...

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Work EnvironmentFlexible, short-term tasks often via apps or platformsIndependent, project-based work often done remotely
Employer/Industry UsageUsed across multiple industries including delivery, rideshare, and task servicesPrimarily in media, marketing, publishing, and content creation

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Part-Time Evening Trash Collector

Durham, NC • On-site

Affinity Waste Solutions LLC
Facilities Support Services • 11 - 50 employees
Learn more about Affinity Waste Solutions LLCexternal

$400 - $1.3K/mo

Full-time, Part-time

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

Description

Looking for a reliable way to earn extra income in the evenings? Guaranteed hours, guaranteed route, guaranteed paycheck. No waiting around for orders. We are hiring Part-Time Evening Trash Collectors to service communities in the Durham, 27707, North Carolina area. This is a great opportunity for anyone looking for a consistent side job that only takes a few hours each night. Most team members work 1 to 4 hours per evening and earn between $400 and $ 1,300 per month, depending on the size of the community. A pickup truck, trailer, or utility van is required for this position. Immediate openings available. Paid training provided. 


Compensation  

  • $400 to $1300 per month, dependent on community size
  • $20 to $65 per service night, dependent on community size
  • Flat-rate pay structure
  • Contractor (1099) position
  • Paid training provided

Schedule

  • Sunday-Thursday evenings
  • Start time: 8:00 PM
  • 1 to 4 hours per night, dependent on community size
  • Friday and Saturday off

What You'll Do

  • Collect bagged trash and recycling from residents' doorsteps
  • Transport waste to the on-site dumpster or compactor area
  • Walk the apartment community during service hours
  • Work independently while following company policies and safety procedures 

Why This Is a Great Side Job

  • Short evening shifts
  • Consistent weekly schedule
  • Work independently
  • Stay active while working outdoors
  • Reliable supplemental income
  • Opportunities for additional communities and increased earnings
  • Opportunity for growth within the company

Perfect For This position works well for people looking for extra income outside of their daytime schedule, including:

  • People with full-time daytime jobs
  • Students
  • Gig workers and delivery drivers
  • Retirees
  • Anyone looking for a dependable side hustle

Location Service takes place at communities in the Durham, 27707, North Carolina area.  

Requirements

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If you are looking for a flexible evening side job with a reliable income, apply today to get started.  Affinity Waste Solutions  is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.  

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