Job Description
Helpers - Collections
Gloucester City, NJ, USA Req #224
Wednesday, February 1, 2026
Company Introduction
Interstate Waste Services is the most progressive and innovative provider of solid waste and recycling services in the country! We primarily service Northern New Jersey, Southern New York State, New York City, and recently expanded our operations of transfer stations into Pennsylvania and Ohio, where we also own and operate a state-of-the-art rail-served landfill. We cater to a diverse range of residential, industrial, and commercial customers. Our mission has always been to provide our customers with the highest quality waste, recycling, and environmental services, while keeping focus on employee, customer, and environmental safety.
What makes our company culture unique is we have mastered the ability to balance the standards of a large corporate company while maintaining our small business family style culture.
Job Description
The Collection Helper's main responsibility is to collect (primarily by hand) and load refuse from customer locations into a heavy-duty sanitation vehicle. Unless designated by the company as a CDL Helper, Helpers are not permitted to operate a company vehicle at any time. The position reports to the Operations Manager onsite but is also subject to supervision by Route Supervisors and Dispatchers. Other responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Transfer refuse in a timely and safe manner from customer stops to vehicle
• Assist the driver while maneuvering into positions for collection and disposal
• Maintain and partake in daily clean-up of vehicle
• Learn garbage routes to better assist driver
• Attend all required training, operational meetings, and mandatory monthly Safety Meetings
Work Environment
• Helpers spend majority of daily routine both in the cab of the truck, on the back of the truck, or moving around the truck for trash collection
• Helpers must be able to physically mount and dismount the truck throughout the duration of the workday
• Helpers must be able to constantly lift, push, and pull waste bags and receptacles that weigh approximately 50-75+ lbs. as part of their daily routine. The bags usually have no wheels or handles for easier maneuverability, so the employee must have the physical strength to carry out the job duties.
Requirements
• Applicants must meet physical standards as specified above
• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and legally eligible to work in the United States
• Experience from the sanitation industry is preferred
• Position requires a team-player attitude as job is spent in close quarters with other staff members that all rely on one another
Career opportunities
We believe in providing the training and development you need to grow your career with Interstate Waste Services. Many of our Supervisors, Managers, and other leadership staff, started their careers as Helpers, Drivers, or Dispatchers. IWS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, ****** orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
Salary and benefits
IWS is committed to providing a world class work place to all employees. Each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including, hourly pay based on experience and paid overtime, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and more. Our employees also receive Paid time off and Holidays.
#wastemanagement #garbage #sanitation #driver # truck #NYC #NJ #jobs #IWS #Interstatewasteservice #action #actioncarting #interstate #safetydriven #safety #essentialworkers #employees #rail #CDL #mechanics
Other details
• Job Family Front-Line
• Pay Type Hourly
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Gloucester City, NJ, USA Req #224
Wednesday, February 1, 2026
Company Introduction
Interstate Waste Services is the most progressive and innovative provider of solid waste and recycling services in the country! We primarily service Northern New Jersey, Southern New York State, New York City, and recently expanded our operations of transfer stations into Pennsylvania and Ohio, where we also own and operate a state-of-the-art rail-served landfill. We cater to a diverse range of residential, industrial, and commercial customers. Our mission has always been to provide our customers with the highest quality waste, recycling, and environmental services, while keeping focus on employee, customer, and environmental safety.
What makes our company culture unique is we have mastered the ability to balance the standards of a large corporate company while maintaining our small business family style culture.
Job Description
The Collection Helper's main responsibility is to collect (primarily by hand) and load refuse from customer locations into a heavy-duty sanitation vehicle. Unless designated by the company as a CDL Helper, Helpers are not permitted to operate a company vehicle at any time. The position reports to the Operations Manager onsite but is also subject to supervision by Route Supervisors and Dispatchers. Other responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Transfer refuse in a timely and safe manner from customer stops to vehicle
• Assist the driver while maneuvering into positions for collection and disposal
• Maintain and partake in daily clean-up of vehicle
• Learn garbage routes to better assist driver
• Attend all required training, operational meetings, and mandatory monthly Safety Meetings
Work Environment
• Helpers spend majority of daily routine both in the cab of the truck, on the back of the truck, or moving around the truck for trash collection
• Helpers must be able to physically mount and dismount the truck throughout the duration of the workday
• Helpers must be able to constantly lift, push, and pull waste bags and receptacles that weigh approximately 50-75+ lbs. as part of their daily routine. The bags usually have no wheels or handles for easier maneuverability, so the employee must have the physical strength to carry out the job duties.
Requirements
• Applicants must meet physical standards as specified above
• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and legally eligible to work in the United States
• Experience from the sanitation industry is preferred
• Position requires a team-player attitude as job is spent in close quarters with other staff members that all rely on one another
Career opportunities
We believe in providing the training and development you need to grow your career with Interstate Waste Services. Many of our Supervisors, Managers, and other leadership staff, started their careers as Helpers, Drivers, or Dispatchers. IWS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, ****** orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
Salary and benefits
IWS is committed to providing a world class work place to all employees. Each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including, hourly pay based on experience and paid overtime, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and more. Our employees also receive Paid time off and Holidays.
#wastemanagement #garbage #sanitation #driver # truck #NYC #NJ #jobs #IWS #Interstatewasteservice #action #actioncarting #interstate #safetydriven #safety #essentialworkers #employees #rail #CDL #mechanics
Other details
• Job Family Front-Line
• Pay Type Hourly
Apply Now
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Helpers | Collections position is now open for candidates interested in the Helper Jobs sector. This role in Gloucester City offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Helper Jobs is a plus.
