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Calvert County

$41.65 - $44.60/hr

Manages all recycling equipment and facilities throughout the County, including convenience centers or other county facilities where recycling receptacles are placed. Oversees equipment maintenance ...

Schupan

Zero Waste and Recycling Coordinator

Wixom, MI · On-site

$17/hr

Title Zero Waste and Recycling Event Coordinator Classification Non-Exempt Reports to Director of Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability Position Type and Expected Work Hours Part-time / ...

ES Integrated

Waste Profile Coordinator

Sumter, SC · On-site

The Waste Profile Coordinator is responsible for accurate characterization, documentation, and ... recycling centers, and waste processing facilities. * Occasional travel may be required to meet ...

ES Integrated

Waste Profile Coordinator

Sumter, SC

The Waste Profile Coordinator is responsible for accurate characterization, documentation, and ... recycling centers, and waste processing facilities. * Occasional travel may be required to meet ...

Commercial Metals Company

Shop Coordinator

Denver, CO · On-site

$22 - $26/hr

At CMC, it's the people inside our recycling centers, fabrication plants, manufacturing facilities, steel mills and offices that make us who we are as a company. Our success comes from finding ...

Clean Earth

Waste Tracking Coordinator

Detroit, MI

Every day our teams across the country take a hands-on, dedicated approach to recycling and beneficially reusing waste that would otherwise go into landfills. We value our employees as our most ...

Gana-A'Yoo, Limited - Antarctic Program

$500 - $800/wk

Waste Stream Coordinator SEASON: Austral Summer (September - April) LOCATION : Palmer Station ... and recycling to transport to appropriate staging area Package all waste properly to meet ...

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As of May 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for recycling coordinator in the United States is $26.44, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.19 and $31.01 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Recycling Coordinator oversees waste reduction and recycling programs to improve sustainability efforts. They develop and implement recycling initiatives, educate the public or employees on proper waste disposal, and ensure compliance with local regulations. Their responsibilities may also include organizing waste collection, collaborating with vendors, and analyzing waste diversion data. This role is essential for promoting environmental responsibility in businesses, municipalities, or institutions.

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To thrive as a Recycling Coordinator, you need knowledge of waste management practices, regulatory compliance, and environmental science, often supported by a bachelor's degree in environmental studies or related fields. Familiarity with recycling tracking software, data reporting tools, and certifications such as Certified Recycling Professional (CRP) is often preferred. Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills help in coordinating programs and educating diverse groups. These qualifications are crucial for ensuring the efficiency, compliance, and community engagement needed to run successful recycling initiatives.

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A Recycling Coordinator spends their days planning and overseeing recycling programs, monitoring compliance with local regulations, and coordinating with waste management vendors. They often conduct educational outreach to community members or employees to promote recycling best practices. Other common tasks include collecting and analyzing data on materials diverted from landfills, preparing reports, and troubleshooting issues related to recycling collection. This role typically collaborates with facilities, environmental health and safety teams, and sometimes local government agencies to ensure the smooth operation of recycling initiatives.
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Recycling Coordinator

Fulton County Solid Waste

Johnstown, NY

$30.54/hr

Full-time

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

RECYCLING COORDINATOR
Fulton County Department of Solid Waste
Promotes reduction, reuse, and recycling programs to the community. Shares information
with the public through social media, DSW website, and local newspapers. Explains proper disposal guidelines to transfer station attendants. Assists with curbside collection issues and outreach. Tracks state regulatory compliance, and prepares state required reports. Assists with writing and managing grants. Supports recycling programs, contracts, and research, along with other general tasks related to materials management.
Minimum Qualifications:
A) Graduation from a regionally accredited or NYS registered college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, natural resources, marketing, public relations, communication, or a closely related field; or
B) Graduation from a regionally accredited or NYS registered college or university with an Associate’s degree in environmental science, natural resources, marketing, public relations, communications, or a closely related field and two years experience in solid waste operations, public relations, marketing or a closely related field; or
C) An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of A and B above.
Must be a resident of Fulton County.
Starting salary - $30.54/hour
Monday - Friday 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Contact
David B. Rhodes, Director Fulton County Department of Solid Waste PO Box 28, Johnstown, NY 12095 (518) 736-5501
Applications available at
www.fultoncountyny.gov
Fulton County is an EOE.

Salary/Compensation: $30.54 per hour


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