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Trash Tech Jobs in Tennessee (NOW HIRING)

... trash and linens, and cleaning of equipment and environmental surfaces * Prepare procedure room for use the following day by bringing in equipment, setting up, "pulling cases" accurately, and ...

... trash and linens, and cleaning of equipment and environmental surfaces * Prepare procedure room for use the following day by bringing in equipment, setting up, "pulling cases" accurately, and ...

Floor Tech

Greeneville, TN · On-site

$14/hr

Currently Hiring: Floor Tech Shift: Sunday-Thursday 11p-7:30a Facility Type: Manufacturing ... Gather and empty trash * Move heavy equipment and furniture * Other duties as assigned Allegiance ...

Floor Tech

Greeneville, TN · On-site

$14/hr

Currently Hiring: Floor Tech Shift: Sunday-Thursday 11p-7:30a Facility Type: Manufacturing ... Gather and empty trash * Move heavy equipment and furniture * Other duties as assigned Allegiance ...

Environmental Floor Tech

Nashville, TN · On-site

$14.50 - $18.50/hr

May remove solid and/or biohazard trash. Knowledgeable of chemicals, procedures, and equipment used ... Shows eagerness to learn new knowledge, technologies, tools or systems and displays willingness to ...

Environmental Floor Tech

Nashville, TN · On-site

$14.50 - $18.50/hr

May remove solid and/or biohazard trash. Knowledgeable of chemicals, procedures, and equipment used ... Shows eagerness to learn new knowledge, technologies, tools or systems and displays willingness to ...

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Trash Tech information

What is a trash tech?

A Trash Tech, or Trash Technician, is responsible for collecting, sorting, and disposing of waste and recyclables in a safe and efficient manner. They often work for waste management companies, municipalities, or private businesses to ensure clean and sanitary environments. Duties may include operating waste collection vehicles, handling hazardous materials, and maintaining disposal equipment. The role requires physical stamina, attention to safety protocols, and knowledge of proper waste disposal procedures.

What does a trash tech do?

As a Trash Tech, your daily tasks typically include collecting, sorting, and processing different types of waste or recyclables, performing routine equipment checks, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. The role often involves working closely with a team of technicians and supervisors to coordinate pick-up schedules, troubleshoot equipment issues, and maintain facility cleanliness. Regular communication with drivers, supervisors, and sometimes environmental compliance officers is important to keep operations running smoothly. This collaborative approach not only supports efficient waste management but also creates opportunities to learn new skills and take on additional responsibilities over time.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the trash tech position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Trash Tech, you need a strong understanding of waste management practices, safe equipment operation, and basic mechanical repair skills, often gained through hands-on training or vocational courses. Familiarity with industry-specific machinery, such as compactors, balers, and computerized tracking systems, is highly beneficial and may require specific safety certifications. Strong attention to detail, physical stamina, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities help you excel in varied, sometimes fast-paced environments. These capabilities ensure safety, efficiency, and reliability in maintaining proper waste handling and recycling operations.

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Infographic showing various Trash Tech job openings in Tennessee as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 10% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution.

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Posted 15 days ago


Job description

Surgical Tech Cert

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a Surgical Tech Cert? At Physicians Pavilion Surgery Center, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to 300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Job Summary and Qualifications

As a Certified Surgical Tech, under the direction of a Registered Nurse, you will contribute to the company's mission and vision by assisting with the provision of safe and effective nursing care in accordance with a defined scope of practice within the operating room. This may include: direct patient care and observation, scrubbing and assisting the surgeon at the operative field, surgical room turnover between cases, collection and recording of pertinent clinical data in the medical record and consistent collaboration with the Registered Nurse in clinical decision making.

What you will do in this role:

  • Demonstrate necessary practical, technical, or specialized skills required for the role of the surgical technician in accordance with the Association of Surgical Technologists
  • Assist in preparing the operative suite for surgery by checking and gathering supplies, equipment, and instruments
  • Ensure that surgical asepsis is maintained in the handling of instruments, sponges, sutures, drains, needles, and dressings
  • Assist in the turnover of the operating room suites between cases, disposing of trash and linens, and cleaning of equipment and environmental surfaces
  • Prepare procedure room for use the following day by bringing in equipment, setting up, "pulling cases" accurately, and reporting to supervisor items that are needed and not available

Qualifications you will need:

  • Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program as required per facility practice and state regulatory requirement; otherwise preferred
  • Surgical Tech Certification
  • One year experience in an operating room setting (preferably in an ambulatory surgery center)
  • Valid BCLS Certification upon employment ***Online certification not acceptable

Physicians Pavilion Surgery Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

  • Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
  • Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
  • Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
  • Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
  • Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
  • Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Physicians Pavilion Surgery Center is located off I-24 in Smyrna, Tennessee. Our AAAHC accredited center averages over 200 cases a month. Services in dental, ENT, endoscopy, gastroenterology, gynecology, neurosurgery, ophthalmology, orthopedics, plastics, podiatry and urology procedures. As a member of Surgery Ventures powered by HCA Healthcare, we follow our mission. Above all else, we are committed to the care and improvement of human life.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated 3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Good people beget good people." - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Surgical Tech Cert opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.