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Recycling Coordinators

SOC 53-1042.01Job Zone 2 · Some Preparationv.26.05

Context coveredThis framework covers municipal and community recycling coordination roles across collection, compliance, personnel supervision, training, and materials management in public-sector and waste management service environments.

Sources:O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.SkillsCrosswalkSkillsCrosswalk — O*NET enrichment + adjacency index. Opens in new tab.
Emerging
Entry / Apprentice
  1. Recycling pick-up logs — record daily material weights and collection totals under supervisor direction at a municipal recycling facility.
  2. Community ordinances — identify and review basic compliance requirements for curbside recycling programs with guidance from senior staff.
  3. Customer service requests — receive and document resident inquiries about recycling services using office suite software and standard intake forms.
  4. Recycling materials — sort and categorize incoming recyclables into designated streams following posted facility protocols.
  5. Electronic mail software — draft and send routine correspondence to customers and processing companies under coordinator oversight.
  6. Safety procedures — follow established safety protocols during recycling collection and drop-off operations at community sites.
  7. Spreadsheet software — enter recycling tonnage and shipment data into pre-built templates with supervisor review.
  8. Recycling technician tasks — assist experienced staff with daily operational duties at a transfer station or drop-off center.
  9. Basic recycling terminology — recognize and use correct material classification terms when communicating with team members on a collection route.
  10. Scheduling software — input assigned pick-up routes and volunteer shifts into a calendar tool following coordinator instructions.
Developing
Mid-level / Established
  1. Recycling pick-up programs — oversee daily collection schedules and verify driver compliance with community ordinance requirements on assigned routes.
  2. Material logs — maintain accurate records of recyclables received and shipped to processing companies using spreadsheet and database software with minimal supervision.
  3. Customer service requests — review resident and business service requests, determine appropriate resource deployment, and follow up to confirm resolution.
  4. Recycling technicians — monitor team performance during shift operations and provide real-time guidance to correct unsafe or non-compliant practices.
  5. Safety training sessions — deliver standardized training to new recycling technicians and community service volunteers on solid waste handling procedures.
  6. Drop-off compliance — conduct routine site inspections and document any deviations from municipal recycling ordinances using standardized checklists.
  7. Processing company coordination — communicate shipment schedules and material specifications to external vendors via email and ERP software.
  8. Route efficiency — identify and report recurring delays or resource gaps in recycling pick-up operations to program management.
  9. Written reports — prepare weekly recycling activity summaries using word processing software for review by department supervisors.
  10. Recycling materials data — query database records to track material volumes, identify trends, and flag discrepancies in collection metrics.
Proficient
Senior / Expert IC
  1. Recycling compliance programs — autonomously oversee pick-up and drop-off operations across multiple service zones, ensuring full adherence to community ordinances.
  2. Material tracking systems — manage end-to-end logging of recyclables from collection through shipment, auditing database records for accuracy and completeness.
  3. Personnel supervision — independently supervise recycling technicians, community service workers, and volunteers, resolving performance issues and coordinating staffing needs.
  4. Service request resolution — analyze complex or non-routine customer service requests, apply critical thinking to allocate resources, and implement corrective actions facility-wide.
  5. Staff training programs — design and deliver comprehensive training curricula covering safety, solid waste processing regulations, and recycling operations for all facility personnel.
  6. New recycling opportunities — research and investigate emerging materials streams or collection partnerships, presenting feasibility findings to program leadership.
  7. ERP and data systems — utilize enterprise resource planning tools to optimize operational workflows, track program costs, and generate performance reports.
  8. Regulatory interpretation — read and apply updated public safety and environmental regulations to current recycling program practices without supervisory input.
  9. Stakeholder communication — communicate program changes, compliance requirements, and service updates clearly to residents, contractors, and municipal partners.
  10. Operational problem solving — diagnose and resolve equipment, staffing, or logistics failures that disrupt recycling operations with minimal service interruption.
Advanced
Lead / Principal / Executive
  1. Recycling program strategy — set long-term direction for community-wide recycling initiatives, aligning operational goals with municipal sustainability mandates and budget constraints.
  2. Organizational compliance framework — develop and implement policies that ensure consistent ordinance compliance across all recycling pick-up and drop-off programs in the service area.
  3. Workforce development — establish training standards, mentorship pathways, and performance evaluation systems for recycling coordinators and technicians across the organization.
  4. Materials recovery expansion — lead identification and negotiation of new recyclable materials streams, forging partnerships with processors and community organizations to grow program capacity.
  5. Cross-departmental coordination — collaborate with transportation, public works, and communications leaders to integrate recycling operations into broader municipal service delivery plans.
  6. Program performance accountability — define key performance indicators, analyze ERP and database outputs at scale, and present data-driven recommendations to elected officials or executive leadership.
  7. Budget and resource planning — oversee procurement of vehicles, equipment, and staffing resources for recycling operations, ensuring cost-effective allocation aligned with service demand.
  8. Community engagement strategy — design and lead public outreach campaigns using presentation and communication tools to increase recycling participation rates across diverse neighborhoods.
  9. Regulatory advocacy — represent the organization in interactions with regulatory agencies, contributing expertise to shape public safety and recycling policy at a regional level.
  10. Continuous improvement leadership — drive adoption of new technologies and process innovations across recycling operations, benchmarking performance against industry standards to advance organizational excellence.

AI-at-Work Competency Framework

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How a worker at each mastery level uses, directs, and evaluates AI tools in this occupation. Each statement cites its evidence inline; click a citation chip to verify the source.

Emerging
  1. Basic log drafting — uses an AI writing assistant to format recycling intake and shipment logs from raw notes, then manually verifies all figures against physical records Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
  2. Safety-training outline generation — prompts an AI tool to draft initial bullet-point outlines for technician safety briefings, then reviews and corrects content before delivery Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
Developing
  1. Customer-request triage support — feeds incoming service requests into an AI-assisted summarization tool to categorize needs by type and urgency, then applies own judgment to deploy the appropriate crew and equipment Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
  2. Compliance-check drafting — directs an AI assistant to cross-reference community ordinance language against current pick-up route schedules, flagging potential gaps for coordinator review and correction Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  3. Personnel scheduling assistance — uses an AI scheduling tool to generate draft shift assignments for recycling technicians and volunteers, then adjusts outputs based on operational knowledge and worker availability WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
Proficient
  1. Route-performance monitoring — applies AI-powered data dashboards to monitor pick-up completion rates and material volumes in near-real time, interpreting anomalies and directing corrective action on the ground WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab. Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
  2. Training-material production — delegates full first-draft creation of multimodal training content on solid-waste processing to an AI tool, then edits for accuracy, local regulatory alignment, and tone before facilitating sessions Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
  3. Stakeholder communication synthesis — uses an AI assistant to consolidate community feedback, service-request trends, and compliance reports into briefing summaries, then presents findings and recommendations verbally to municipal leadership Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
  4. Operational reporting acceleration — leverages AI-generated report templates populated with recycling tonnage and program metrics, cutting documentation time substantially while retaining editorial authority over all published figures Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
Advanced
  1. Program-design evaluation — critically assesses AI-generated scenario analyses comparing recycling drop-off vs. curbside pick-up program models, integrating community-specific variables the model cannot access to make final program recommendations Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  2. Cross-functional AI workflow orchestration — designs and oversees a multi-step AI-assisted pipeline that ingests inbound service requests, auto-populates dispatch logs, and surfaces compliance exceptions, while setting governance rules and quality checkpoints for the entire workflow Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  3. Workforce capability uplift — trains recycling technicians and community service workers on effective AI tool use for logging and reporting tasks, establishing team-wide standards for human verification of AI outputs Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
Evidence pack
AEI usage
Task observations: 103
Augment share: 10.3%
Time saved: 97.2%
AI autonomy: 2.78
SAFI positioning
Top skill: Speaking
Score: 48.5 / 100
Quadrant: Q2_ai_augmented
precision: exact
WEF cluster
Technology Use, Monitoring and Control
technology_use_monitoring_control
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Pathsmith Durable Skills Framework

Sources:Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
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Ten durable-skill domains mapped to four proficiency/role levels for each occupation. Each statement is aligned to the Pathsmith taxonomy, derived from trusted grounding data and mapped to occupation-specific O*NET tasks and skills.

1Communication10 statements
Emerging
  1. Recycling program basics — explains curbside pickup schedules and accepted materials to residents using straightforward language Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Service request intake — records customer requests for recycling service by listening and repeating back key details to confirm accuracy Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Community ordinance communication — conveys municipal recycling compliance requirements to households and small businesses through written notices and verbal follow-up Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Technician briefing — delivers shift instructions to recycling technicians and community service workers covering route assignments and material handling procedures Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Log documentation — records inbound and outbound recycling material weights and destinations in daily logs using standardized terminology O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Training delivery — presents structured sessions on solid waste processing, safety protocols, and general recycling operations to technicians and volunteers with clear sequencing and checked comprehension Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Stakeholder reporting — prepares written summaries of recycling program performance for municipal administrators using accurate data and plain-language interpretation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Resident conflict resolution — addresses service complaints from community members by listening actively, acknowledging concerns, and explaining corrective steps calmly and directly Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Program communication strategy — designs multilingual and multi-channel outreach campaigns that increase community participation in recycling drop-off and pickup programs Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Cross-agency coordination messaging — leads communication with processing companies, municipal departments, and community organizations to align expectations and resolve material stream issues Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
2Leadership9 statements
Emerging
  1. Volunteer direction — guides community service workers through assigned recycling collection tasks by providing clear step-by-step instructions on-site Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Shift awareness — takes responsibility for own assigned route or station and flags issues to supervisors without prompting Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Technician supervision — oversees daily work of recycling technicians by monitoring task completion, addressing performance gaps, and providing corrective guidance Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Resource deployment — assigns vehicles, personnel, and equipment to service requests based on assessed need and available capacity O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Team accountability — holds recycling operations staff accountable to safety standards and compliance requirements through consistent enforcement and documented feedback Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Program oversight — ensures pickup and drop-off programs operate in accordance with community ordinances by setting clear expectations and following up on deviations O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Volunteer program leadership — coordinates and motivates mixed teams of paid staff and community volunteers toward shared recycling program goals Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Workforce development leadership — identifies high-potential technicians and creates structured development pathways that build operational depth across the recycling program Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Organizational advocacy — champions expanded recycling initiatives to municipal leadership by presenting program data, modeling resource needs, and building internal support Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
3Metacognition8 statements
Emerging
  1. Task reflection — reviews own route or material logging work at end of shift to identify errors before submitting records Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Learning awareness — recognizes gaps in knowledge of local recycling ordinances and seeks clarification from supervisors proactively Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Training self-assessment — evaluates own effectiveness as a trainer after delivering sessions to technicians by soliciting participant feedback and noting areas of confusion Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Process monitoring — tracks own coordination habits across service request reviews and adjusts prioritization strategies when backlogs develop Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Program evaluation reflection — reviews recycling program outcomes against stated goals and identifies personal decision points where different approaches would have improved results Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Adaptive planning — adjusts daily scheduling and resource deployment strategies based on ongoing monitoring of route performance and material volume trends Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Strategic self-calibration — regularly examines own assumptions about community recycling behavior and updates outreach or operational strategies based on evidence of what is and is not working Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Mentor modeling — makes own problem-solving and planning processes visible to junior staff to build their metacognitive habits in recycling operations contexts Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
4Critical Thinking9 statements
Emerging
  1. Service need identification — reviews customer requests for recycling service and distinguishes between standard and non-standard service requirements before escalating Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Compliance checking — compares observed recycling pickup practices against posted community ordinances to flag potential violations O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Material stream evaluation — assesses inbound recycling loads to identify contamination, misclassified materials, or processing mismatches that affect shipment quality Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Route problem analysis — identifies causes of recurring service gaps or missed pickups by examining schedule data, driver logs, and resident feedback Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Opportunity investigation — evaluates new material types or collection sites for recycling feasibility by weighing logistics, market demand, and regulatory requirements Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Compliance risk assessment — analyzes operational data to determine whether current pickup and drop-off programs meet municipal ordinance thresholds and flags systemic gaps Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Resource allocation reasoning — uses volume projections and service request history to construct evidence-based staffing and equipment recommendations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Program redesign analysis — evaluates competing models for recycling service delivery by examining cost, participation rates, and environmental outcomes to recommend structural changes Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Vendor and processor evaluation — critically assesses proposals from processing companies using criteria including material recovery rates, compliance history, and contract terms Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
5Collaboration9 statements
Emerging
  1. Crew coordination — works alongside recycling technicians and community service workers on collection tasks, contributing assigned duties without disrupting team workflow Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Information sharing — passes accurate route or volume information to colleagues and supervisors in a timely manner to support smooth operations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Cross-functional coordination — collaborates with municipal departments, waste haulers, and processing companies to align pickup schedules and material handoff logistics Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Volunteer integration — incorporates community service workers into paid staff operations by clarifying roles, pairing with experienced technicians, and monitoring joint output Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Program partnership management — maintains productive working relationships with processing companies, community organizations, and local government counterparts to sustain recycling program continuity Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Conflict navigation — mediates disagreements between operations staff or between staff and community stakeholders by identifying shared goals and negotiating workable solutions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Training collaboration — co-develops training content with experienced technicians and safety personnel to ensure accuracy and practical relevance for recycling operations contexts Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Coalition building — establishes multi-organization partnerships with schools, businesses, and nonprofit groups to expand material collection networks and program reach Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Inter-agency process alignment — leads collaborative planning sessions with municipal and regional counterparts to standardize recycling protocols across jurisdictional boundaries Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
6Character9 statements
Emerging
  1. Regulatory honesty — accurately reports material weights, pickup counts, and service gaps in logs without omitting inconvenient data Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Attendance accountability — arrives for assigned shifts on time and notifies supervisors of conflicts in advance, supporting reliable program operations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Service integrity — follows through on commitments made to residents about pickup schedules and service resolutions without requiring follow-up reminders Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Safety ethics — models and enforces proper handling of hazardous or non-standard recycling materials even when shortcuts would save time Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Compliance stewardship — upholds community ordinance requirements in all program decisions and does not allow convenience or pressure to compromise adherence Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Transparent reporting — presents program performance data to municipal administrators accurately, including underperformance, with context and proposed corrective actions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Professional conduct — maintains respectful and consistent treatment of technicians, volunteers, residents, and vendor partners regardless of situation or stress level Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Ethical program advocacy — raises concerns about environmentally or legally questionable disposal or processing practices through appropriate channels regardless of organizational pressure Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Accountability culture — builds a team environment where recycling operations staff feel safe reporting errors and take shared ownership of service quality and compliance outcomes Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
7Creativity9 statements
Emerging
  1. Route suggestion — proposes simple adjustments to pickup sequences that reduce drive time or missed stops based on observed patterns Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Resident engagement idea — suggests a new way to remind households of accepted materials, such as a visual guide posted at drop-off sites Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Collection opportunity identification — generates ideas for new material streams or underserved locations that could be added to the recycling program based on community observations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Training format experimentation — tries hands-on demonstrations or scenario-based exercises when standard verbal instruction does not produce desired learning outcomes among technicians Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Program innovation — designs pilot initiatives for collecting non-traditional recyclables such as electronics, textiles, or organics and builds testable implementation plans Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Problem-solving under constraint — develops workable service solutions when staff shortages, equipment failures, or weather events disrupt standard recycling operations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Community engagement design — creates novel outreach events or incentive structures that increase voluntary participation in recycling programs in low-engagement neighborhoods Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. System redesign — reimagines material flow from collection through processing by identifying inefficiencies and proposing new operational models backed by data and feasibility analysis Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Partnership-driven expansion — conceives and pitches creative resource-sharing arrangements with businesses or institutions that reduce program costs while expanding material recovery Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
8Growth Mindset9 statements
Emerging
  1. Feedback receptiveness — accepts correction from supervisors about log errors or material handling missteps and applies changes immediately on the next task Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Challenge acceptance — takes on unfamiliar route assignments or new material categories without resistance and uses the experience to build operational knowledge Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Skill-building initiative — seeks out additional training on solid waste processing or safety regulations beyond the minimum required to improve program contributions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Setback reframing — treats missed recycling targets or service complaints as data points for process improvement rather than as fixed failures Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Continuous improvement practice — regularly reviews recycling program metrics and solicits technician input to identify incremental operational improvements Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Regulatory change adaptation — updates program procedures promptly when municipal ordinances or processing company requirements change, viewing the adjustment as a learning opportunity Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Staff development investment — invests time in coaching underperforming technicians and volunteers rather than reassigning or dismissing difficulties Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Learning culture creation — establishes norms within the recycling operations team where questions, experimentation, and post-incident review are treated as valued contributions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Innovation persistence — pursues new recycling program initiatives through multiple planning and approval cycles, incorporating stakeholder feedback without abandoning core program goals Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
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Emerging
  1. Attention management — maintains focus on accurate material logging during high-volume processing periods by working systematically rather than rushing Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Situational awareness — monitors surrounding environment during recycling collection operations to notice safety hazards before they cause incidents Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Emotional regulation under complaints — responds to frustrated residents or vendors with composed, solution-focused communication rather than reactive defensiveness Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Task prioritization — pauses before responding to competing service requests to assess urgency and deploy resources intentionally rather than reactively Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Stress-managed supervision — maintains consistent and fair supervisory behavior toward recycling staff during operationally demanding periods such as peak volume days or staff shortages Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Deliberate decision-making — takes time to review available data before committing to route changes, staffing adjustments, or new material acceptance decisions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Active presence during training — delivers technician training sessions with full attention on participant comprehension signals, adjusting pace and content in real time Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Program-level intentionality — regularly steps back from daily operations to assess whether program direction aligns with community sustainability goals and organizational commitments Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Mindful conflict facilitation — leads tense stakeholder or team discussions by grounding conversation in shared purpose and managing group energy to prevent escalation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
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Emerging
  1. Routine persistence — completes assigned recycling collection tasks fully even in adverse weather or physically demanding conditions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Error recovery — continues productive work after making a log or routing mistake rather than becoming discouraged or disengaged Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Operational disruption response — maintains functional program continuity when equipment failures or unexpected volume surges create service pressure Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Resistance navigation — continues promoting proper recycling practices with resistant community members or staff without abandoning the compliance objective Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Sustained compliance enforcement — consistently enforces recycling ordinance requirements over time even when community pushback or internal pressure to relax standards is present Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Resource scarcity management — sustains acceptable service levels during budget cuts or staffing shortfalls by prioritizing effectively and communicating limitations transparently Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Long-cycle initiative endurance — maintains momentum on multi-month program expansion efforts such as new material stream development across planning, approval, and launch phases Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Systemic barrier challenge — persists in pursuing regulatory approvals, funding, or interagency agreements needed to advance recycling program goals despite prolonged bureaucratic or political obstacles Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Crisis leadership — guides recycling operations staff and community stakeholders through major service disruptions such as processor shutdowns or environmental incidents with steadiness and decisive action Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Sources:Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
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Agency Operator · Corporate Recycling Manager · Heavy Equipment Supervisor · Materials Manager · Recycle Coordinator · Recycle Supervisor · Recycling Center Operator · Recycling Coordinator · Recycling Crew Supervisor · Recycling Manager · Recycling Operations Manager · Recycling Operator
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O*NET skills
SpeakingManagement of Personnel ResourcesActive ListeningTime ManagementCritical ThinkingCoordinationMonitoringReading ComprehensionJudgment and Decision MakingSocial PerceptivenessActive LearningPersuasionWritingService OrientationComplex Problem SolvingLearning Strategies
Knowledge domains
Customer and Personal ServiceAdministration and ManagementAdministrativeEducation and TrainingProduction and ProcessingMathematicsEnglish LanguagePublic Safety and SecurityPersonnel and Human ResourcesComputers and ElectronicsTransportation
Abilities
Oral ComprehensionOral ExpressionSpeech RecognitionSpeech ClarityDeductive ReasoningInformation OrderingNear VisionWritten ComprehensionProblem SensitivityInductive Reasoning
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Technology
Electronic mail softwareData base user interface and query softwareSpreadsheet softwareOffice suite softwarePresentation softwareWord processing softwareEnterprise resource planning ERP softwareInternet browser softwareCalendar and scheduling software
Tasks · seed anchors for statements
  1. Oversee recycling pick-up or drop-off programs to ensure compliance with community ordinances.
  2. Maintain logs of recycling materials received or shipped to processing companies.
  3. Supervise recycling technicians, community service workers, or other recycling operations employees or volunteers.
  4. Review customer requests for service to determine service needs and deploy appropriate resources to provide service.
  5. Provide training to recycling technicians or community service workers on topics such as safety, solid waste processing, or general recycling operations.
  6. Identify or investigate new opportunities for materials to be collected and recycled.
CIP education codes
49.020849.010649.010249.010849.010551.0810

Sources: O*NET v30.2 (CC BY 4.0), SkillsCrosswalk.com, LER.me, Anthropic Economic Index, SAFI (Jadhav & Danve, 2026), WEF Skills Taxonomy 2021, Pathsmith Durable Skills Framework. © 2026 EBSCOed.