Front Door Waste Technician-Cortland Peachtree Battle

Valet trash service has become a standard amenity at Class A multifamily communities, and keeping it running well depends entirely on the person doing the work. This role at Cortland's Peachtree Battle community puts you at the center of that operation, collecting resident waste on a nightly route and maintaining the cleanliness standards that directly affect resident satisfaction scores and renewal rates.

What the Work Actually Looks Like

Each shift, you'll walk the property route, including stairwells, collecting resident waste bags left at doorsteps and transferring them into leak-proof carts for transport to onsite compactors or containers. Beyond the door-to-door collection, you're responsible for clearing dog waste stations, pool areas, mail kiosks, and other common spaces. You'll also handle spills and debris around compactor areas, monitor for prohibited waste items, and document your work through a mobile app, logging start and end times and capturing photos as required.

The physical side of this job is real. You're walking long distances, climbing stairs, lifting up to 50 lbs, and working outdoors regardless of weather. Strong odors come with the territory. If you've done waste services, custodial work, or any physically demanding outdoor role before, you already know what to expect.

You'll also interact with residents and staff regularly. That part matters more than people assume. A valet trash technician who communicates well and handles complaints professionally protects the community's reputation in ways that show up directly in resident satisfaction.

What You Bring and What You'll Build

Cortland is looking for candidates with at least one year of experience in waste services or a customer-facing role, working knowledge of EPA and OSHA safety standards, and a valid Class E driver's license. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred. You'll need a personal smartphone (Android or iPhone) with a data plan for daily documentation.

• At least one year in waste services or a customer-service-focused position
• Familiarity with EPA and OSHA regulations related to waste handling
• Ability to drive locally as needed
• Physical capacity to climb stairs, walk extended routes, and lift 50 lbs
• Bilingual ability is a plus but not required

What this role builds is worth noting. Technicians who perform well here develop a real understanding of how a multifamily property functions from the ground up. You learn the physical layout, the resident-facing service standards, and the reporting systems Cortland uses across its portfolio. That operational familiarity, combined with a track record of reliability, is exactly what grounds maintenance leads and property service coordinators are made of. Strong performers in roles like this one tend to move into broader facilities or maintenance support positions over time.

Cortland is a vertically integrated operator with in-house construction, design, and management, which means internal mobility is a real part of how the company grows its people. Showing up consistently, communicating well, and completing routes efficiently puts you in a position to be noticed.