Trash Compactor Jobs in Tennessee (NOW HIRING)

Adjacent to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the most-visited national park in the country, Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Spa in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, provides an amazing work environment with refreshing mountain breezes and spectacular views of the beautiful Great Smoky Mountains. As a member of the Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort team, you will meet and engage with guests who have arrived to enjoy all the Great Smoky Mountains have to offer and help them experience our world-class amenities such as the state-of-the-art Wild Bear Falls water park. As part of Westgate Resorts, recognized by U.S. News as one of the Best Companies to Work For, you’ll be joining a team committed to excellence and creating unforgettable vacation experiences and supporting your career growth where you are or at 60+ resorts across the company.

You will be responsible for operating a trash compactor truck to collect and transport waste efficiently while maintaining cleanliness and safety standards across the property.

As Sanitation Specialist, you will:

• Operate trash compactor truck on daily basis
• Empty all bear proof trash cans on property
• Pick up trash from curbs on property
• Clean grounds and remove litter
• Empty trash cans in the public area buildings
• Empty dumpsters
• Operate trash compactor
• Empty recycle bins
• Break down cardboard items and place in appropriate containers
• Leave work area in a clean, neat and safe condition
• Keep the vehicles that are used clean
• Report any maintenance issues of the vehicle to supervisor
• Safely operate a trash compacting truck
• Drive off property to landfill to empty trash truck

To excel in this role, you must embody our core values of integrity, passion, and a strong work ethic. These values are essential to our success, and we are looking for someone who shares our commitment.

• Must be at least 21 years old to drive company vehicles
• Must have Valid TN driver's license with preferred F Endorsement
• Must have at least 2 to 4 years of experience driving larger vehicles like box trucks or trash trucks
• Must be able to lift 50lbs and work in outdoor weather conditions
• Required to pass a background check, drug test, and prove eligibility to work in the United States

Why Westgate?  

• Comprehensive Health Benefits – Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Paid Time Off – Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time to Recharge
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with Generous Company Match to Support Your Future
• Daily Pay – Access Your Earnings When You Need Them
• Family-Focused Benefits – Pregnancy, Parental Leave, and Adoption Assistance
• Wellness Programs to Support Your Well-Being
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Tuition Assistance to Help You Grow Your Career
• Military Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Support When You Need It Most
• Life, Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Insurance
• Pet Insurance for Your Furry Family Members
• Loyalty Program – Exclusive Discounts on Hotels, Cruises, Resorts, Restaurants, Entertainment, and More
• Low-Cost Gym Membership
• NEW! David A. Siegel Legacy Scholarship – Up to $40,000 for Team Members’ Dependents
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities
• Community Involvement – Give Back and Make an Impact

Westgate Resorts is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected status under federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email WGAccommodations@wgresorts.com with the job title and the location of the position for which you are applying.

This job posting is intended to provide a general overview of the position and may not include every responsibility, duty, or qualification required. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.