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Careers in the Solid Waste Industry

America’s Solid Waste Industry offers great career opportunities. Never imagined working for a solid waste and recycling services company? You might be surprised how rewarding it is. Visit the offi ces, garages or other facilities operated by one of our companies and you will be greeted by friendly, enthusiastic employees, who are more than happy to talk your ear off about trash. Why? Because garbage and recycling companies are great places to work. Learn more here...

Armed Forces Employer Partnership

Armed Forces Employer Partnership logoWe have partnered with the Employer Partnership of the Armed Forces. This is a public-private program that offers corporate America the opportunity to hire skilled Servicemembers. More information about Employer Partnership of the Armed Forces here.

Links to Company Jobs Website

NSWMA companies that have jobs listings on their websites:

ABC Disposal | Advanced Disposal | Big O Refuse | Progressive Waste Solutions | Recology | Republic Services | Rumpke | Veolia Environmental Services | Waste Connections | Waste Industries USA | Waste Management, Inc.

Job Center LogoNational Solid Waste Industry Jobs Center

The NSWMA/WASTEC Jobs Center is the premier electronic recruitment resource for the solid waste industry. Here, employers and recruiters can access the most qualified talent pool with relevant work experience to fulfill staffing needs.

  • Employers: Advertising openings here is a cost-effective way to find great candidates.
  • Employees already in field: Locate your next promotion opportunity.
  • New to solid waste field: Join the hundreds of thousands of men and women working in this exciting field, providing essential services, protecting the environment and public health.

If you need help and would like to contact Jobs Center staff via phone, please call 888.491.8833, Monday through Friday, 8:30 am ET to 5:30 PM ET.

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Whether you're looking for a new job, or ready to take the next step in your career, we'll help you find the opportunity that's right for you.

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Target your recruiting and reach qualified candidates quickly and easily. Simply complete our online Registration Form and start posting jobs today!

Ask the Waste Industry Expert

Kneiss HeadshotQ. Can the recycling rate go up?

A. Yes! All of us have a stake in this. We should put our prepared recyclables out for collection and buy products made with recycled content. Businesses should make more recycled-content products and join recycling organizations. Governments should improve collection efficiency and do full-cost accounting.

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From the Environmentalists Everyday Blog

  • NSWMA Forms Alabama Chapter
    The National Solid Wastes Management Association (NSWMA) announced the formation of an Alabama Chapter of NSWMA. The Alabama Chapter is the first new chapter to join NSWMA since the formation of the New York City Chapter in 2000. NSWMA currently has 25 chapters in 26 states and the District of Columbia. To learn more about [...]

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