Job Title: Custodian/Sorter

About Circular Services

Circular Services is the largest privately held recycling and organics service provider in the U.S., operating over 25 facilities and serving major municipal and commercial contracts. Our mission is to keep valuable materials in circulation while minimizing the cost and environmental impact of landfills. We proudly partner with some of the largest and fastest-growing cities in the country, including New York City, Austin, San Antonio, and Phoenix.

Job Summary

We are seeking reliable, detail-oriented individuals to join our team as Custodian/Sorter. This role is vital in maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient recycling facility. Custodian/Sorters are responsible for ensuring proper placement of materials on the sorting line while also supporting facility cleanliness, sanitation, and upkeep. The ideal candidate is proactive, safety-conscious, and comfortable working in an industrial environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Stand at a station along a conveyor belt performing quality control on mixed recyclables.
• Quickly identify and remove non-conforming items into designated bins or chutes.
• Perform daily cleaning tasks, including sweeping, mopping, and scrubbing floors in production, break room, locker room, and office areas.
• Collect and properly dispose of recycling materials, production waste, and general trash in accordance with site protocols.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms, locker rooms, and break rooms; replenish supplies as needed.
• Clean walls, windows, equipment exteriors, and other surfaces as assigned.
• Conduct general warehouse and equipment cleanup at the end of each shift.
• Ensure safe and appropriate use of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and PPE.
• Monitor and restock cleaning supplies; notify supervisor when supplies are low.
• Perform light maintenance tasks (e.g., replacing light bulbs, minor repairs).
• Follow all health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures.
• Report maintenance or safety issues to the appropriate personnel.
• Support facility operations during inspections, audits, shutdowns, or deep-cleaning activities.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous industrial recycling or janitorial/housekeeping experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently and follow written/verbal instructions.
• Familiarity with the use of PPE such as hard hat, reflective vest, steel toe boots, ear and eye protection, and utility gloves.
• Ability to lift 40–50 lbs and stand/walk for extended periods.
• Comfortable working in noisy, dusty, and physically demanding environments.
• Willingness to work flexible hours or shifts, including weekends or evenings if needed.

Work Environment

Recycling plant and manufacturing setting.
 Exposure to dust, heat, noise, and industrial equipment.
 Frequent standing, walking, climbing, stooping, kneeling, and reaching.
 Must be able to safely use cleaning chemicals and wear PPE.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Circular Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or family status, military service, genetic information, or any other status protected by law.