Waste Technician - Fargo
Fargo, NDFull-time$15–22.5/hrSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago
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Job overview
Sanford Health seeks a Waste Technician to operate medical waste destruction equipment safely and efficiently in Fargo. The role follows standard operating procedures and government rules, reviews work for proper completion, monitors equipment for malfunctions, and maintains a safe working environment. The posting lists a full-time, 40-hour workweek on day shifts, Monday through Friday, with no weekends.
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Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.
Facility: Hesi Bldg Location: Fargo, ND Address: 1420 40th St N, Fargo, ND 58102, USA Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts Job Schedule: Full time Weekly Hours: 40.00 Salary Range: $15.00 - $22.50
Department Details
Monday - Friday. No weekends. 6am - 2:30pm.
Job Summary
The Waste Technician is responsible for the safe and efficient operations of the medical waste destruction equipment according to standard operating procedures and government rules and regulations. Review work throughout the work process and at completion to ensure that it has been performed properly. Observe equipment operations so that malfunctions can be detected, and notify operators of any malfunctions. Maintain a safe working environment by monitoring safety procedures and equipment. Follows all additional standard operating procedures as defined.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Forklift Certificate preferred.
Benefits
Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [email protected] .
Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.
Req Number: R-0276307 Job Function: Facilities and General Services Featured: No
How this job compares
Set against the 755 open Facilities jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 28, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$15–22.5/hr
- US median$20–24/hr301 hourly ranges
This range's midpoint, $18.75/hr, is 15% below the US median midpoint ($22/hr) — in the lowest quarter of Facilities hourly ranges across the US.
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