Recycling Supervisor

The University of Colorado System is seeking a Recycling Supervisor in Allenspark, CO. This role involves supervising the recycling collections crew, coordinating daily operations, and ensuring safety and work standards are met. Responsibilities include task assignment, inspections, maintenance of recycling equipment, and staff training. The position requires operating vehicles for material collection and engaging with building proctors and customers to enhance recycling efforts.
Job Summary

Facilities Management (FM) at CU Boulder encourages
applications for a Recycling Supervisor! This position supervises
the recycling collections crew, coordinates the daily route
activities of central collection recycling operations, assigns
task, monitors progress and workflow, and ensures work standards
are being met. The position operates a rear-load vehicle (non-CDL)
and a ¾-ton box van to collect and transport material.

The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a
culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students
dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We
are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and
individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

FM is responsible for the overall physical development and
maintenance of the campus. The mission of the department is to
provide a safe physical environment that promotes the advancement
and transfer of knowledge.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Supervision:

Assign recycling operations tasks, monitor work-flow, schedule
work, and oversee work performance of recycling staff. Help with
customer requests and special collection needs. Establish regular
and direct communication with building proctors and other
customers. Evaluate safety procedures and notify manager of
deficiencies. Participate in the development of recycling work
plan, policies, and procedures, in keeping with recycling goals and
objectives; provide assistance and resources as needed to conduct
special studies and surveys to determine areas for improvements
and/or new programs. Implement programs as directed.

Inspections and Maintenance:

Perform thorough and routine inspections of all recycling locations
to determine areas needing cleaning/repairs/maintenance. Conduct
maintenance/repairs/cleaning on recycling equipment such as
cabinets and collection carts/bins. Includes scheduled inspections
with recycling employees during and after they conduct work.
Inspect routes and DVIR records from staff to ensure data is
entered accurately. Inspect and make reports and recommendations in
assigned areas regarding recycling removal, scheduling, and
correction of deficiencies. Regularly inspect condition of
equipment for safety, maintenance, and cleanliness. Coordinate with
manager to ensure scheduled repairs and maintenance of assigned
equipment is complete.

Recycling Collections:

Work on recycling crew during peak times and staffing shortages.
These duties include setting up central collection sites in
buildings with clean containers, proper stickers, and correct grade
sheets. Load, deliver, and unload recyclables from designated sites
on campus and university building to ensure recyclables are
collected and recycled. Schedule and coordinate daily can and
container pick-up operations, including dispatch of employees to
assigned work and preparation of daily route log, direct personnel
in route changes as necessary to ensure routes are completed in a
timely manner. Collect hard to recycle materials from laboratories
using building loading docks and a two-axle box truck.

Staff Training and Safety:

Responsible for training all members of work group, following
established protocol and procedures laid out by manager.
Responsible for training building proctors, maintenance staff,
custodians and staff in other departments who may be assisting with
recycling programs. Work with department safety coordinator to
develop staff safety trainings sessions, keep records of required
monthly safety topics and report problems and keep divisional SDS
books up to date.

Equipment, supply inventory, and vehicle
inspections/logs:

Maintain inventory of equipment and materials used; determine and
request needed budget as part of annual budget process. Maintain
inventory of all needed recycling collection/sorting supplies by
conducting routine purchases based on a predetermined budget and
list of approved products. Maintain routine vehicle maintenance
logs and report information to supervisor. Manage end-of-day
check-in process, capturing and communicating key service, safety,
and equipment issues, ensuring all special events and requests are
completed.

What You Should Know
• This position is eligible for our Facilities Management
Employee Referral Program .
• This in-person positions anticipated work schedule is Monday –
Thursday, 5:00 am – 3:30 pm. Weekend and shift work may be required
due to special events, projects or scheduling issues.
• This is an essential services position. Incumbent will respond
after hours during emergencies and report to work for regular
assigned shift during emergency campus closures to assist with
getting the campus re-opened.

What We Can Offer

The annual salary rate for this role is $43,068.

If you have prior state-classified experience in the same class
series as this position, your pay may be set at a higher amount per
the state Step Pay Program
implemented on July 1, 2024.

Benefits

The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits , including medical, dental,
retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The
University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in
Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education
environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder .

Be Statements

Be proactive. Be willing. Be Boulder.

What We Require
• Must have a valid Colorado driver's license. A Commercial Motor
Vehicle (CMV) medical physical from the DOT will be required within
90 days of hire, and training will be provided to the successful
candidate.
• Two years of job-related experience.
• Must be a Colorado resident to apply.
• Able to lift 50lbs repeatedly, push/pull loads exceeding
100lbs.

What You Will Need
• Basic mechanical abilities and understanding of mechanics and
hydraulics.
• Ability to perform physical work including hauling, lifting,
and moving.
• Ability to plan, organize, and direct other workers, to
exercise sound judgment, and to follow oral and written
instructions.
• Interpersonal skills (works well with other people,
professional when dealing with customers).
• Good reliability and functional computer skills.
• Skilled at record keeping and reporting.

What We Would Like You to Have
• Experience operating 1 and ¾ ton vehicles and able to operate
minor hydraulic equipment (lift gates, pallet jack, recycling/trash
compactors).
• One year of supervisory experience.
• A valid Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) endorsement.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:
• A current resume that includes date ranges for each position
held and whether the position was full-time or part-time.
• Optional: A cover letter that specifically tells us
how your background and experience align with the requirements,
qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.
• DD-214 for veteran applicants.
• Qualified veterans are eligible for veteran’s preference points
within the State classified system. If you are a veteran and would
like to have your DD214 evaluated to determine your eligibility for
preference points, please attach a copy of your DD214 to this
posting. If you do not wish to upload a DD214, please email a copy
to recruiting@colorado.edu and reference the job to which you are
applying.
• Optional: If using the educational substitution for experience:
proof of degree or transcripts.

We may request references at a later time.

Please apply by April 20, 2025 for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For
consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs .

Select here for additional information regarding Classified Staff
positions:
www.cu.edu/cu-careers/special-instructions-classified-staff-applicants

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in
any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying
information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school
attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting
or removing this information.

Essential Services

This position is designated “essential services.” The incumbent is
required to respond to requests for work during campus emergencies
(snow, wind, rain, flood and any other natural or man-made event)
and report to work for his / her regularly assigned shift during
emergency campus closures.

Posting Contact Information

Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources

Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu