Join Our Team!
Looking for reliable work in the trash industry? Tennis Sanitation is now hiring for essential waste management jobs with competitive pay and great benefits. We’re proud to offer stable, long-term sanitation careers to hardworking individuals who want to make a difference in our community.
Now hiring for the following positions:
Residential Route Driver
What Tennis Offers:
Tennis Sanitation, L.L.C. is seeking a full-time, year-round, Residential Route Driver to join our family-owned and operated business. We are a local trash and recycling hauler that has proudly served the Southeast Metro for over 57 years. If you are searching for a day-job, and are qualified and capable, we would like you to join our talented team!
Full-Time: Monday – Friday $28.00/hr. – $30.00/hr. Starting Pay (Saturdays only after a major holiday falls during the work week; i.e. Thanksgiving)
Job Requirements:
- Must possess a minimum Class B CDL with no airbrake restriction.
- Valid CDL Medical Card.
- Driver must pass DOT drug screen.
Job Duties include, but are not limited to the following:
- Navigate routes according to printed route sheets.
- Safely operate trucks on roadways and in residential areas.
- Have a positive attitude and good communication skills when dealing with customers and/or the public.
- Ability to work in various and changing weather conditions, as well as exposure to some fumes and odors.
- Ability to perform physical requirements including pushing, pulling, bending and lifting objects.
Benefits:
- Starting wage: $28.00/hr. – $30.00/hr. Starting Pay
- Free trash, recycling, and compost service if you reside within our service areas.
- Yearly bonus; performance raises; birthday and milestone recognition; as well as employee appreciation events.
- Uniforms provided plus a yearly boot allowance.
- 6 paid holidays annually.
- 6 days of PTO upon hire, plus accrual each year!
- You will receive a 40 hour paycheck each week, even if you work less than 40 hours!
- Routes run Monday through Friday with early morning starts and typically early afternoon end times.
- Well maintained, air conditioned, fully automated trucks.
- Medical, Dental, Vision perks, Life, Short Term Disability, 401K with a company matching program and more!
- If this sounds like the opportunity you have been looking for, please apply!
To Apply:
Fill out the application below or visit our office in person at 720 4th St., St. Paul Park, MN 55071.
Diesel Mechanic
Diesel Mechanic
Starting Pay: $40.00 – $43.00/hour to start, overtime after 40 hours.
Job Type: Full Time
Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00am – 4:30pm. Exception: Required to work Saturday only when a major Holiday falls during the work week. (i.e. Thanksgiving)
Tennis Sanitation, L.L.C. is seeking a full-time Experienced Diesel Mechanic to join our family-owned and operated business. We are a local trash and recycling hauler that has proudly served the Southeast Metro for over 57 years.
Our Shop is Equipped With:
- 2 Sets of Wheel Lifts
- Scissor Lift
- Overhead Hoist
- Hi Lift Transmission Jack
- Forklift
- Tire Machine
- 2 Service Trucks
- And more!
If you are searching for a day-job, and are qualified and capable, we invite you to join our talented team!
Responsibilities/Skills:
- Safely perform routine maintenance on diesel trucks to help avoid equipment failures. Maintenance includes repair of engines, transmissions, hydraulic systems, brake systems, electrical systems, suspensions, chassis, wheels/tires and driveline
- Maintain parts inventory and cleanliness in the shop
- Collaborate with the team to diagnose problems with vehicles and plan repairs
- Perform regular diagnostic tests on trucks
- Make service calls for repairs, or to swap out equipment on routes
- Maintain accurate records of each repair performed on vehicles
- Good decision-making, problem-solving, attention to detail and customer service skills
Diesel Mechanic Qualifications:
- 3+ Years of heavy mechanic background preferred
- Preference given if you have a valid CDL with airbrake endorsement, or the willingness to obtain
- Ability to lift, bend, push, pull up to 80lbs., without restrictions
- Preference given if you have a current DOT Inspection Certificate, or the willingness to obtain
- ASE Diesel Certification or Diesel Tech Degree is a plus, but not required
- Must have your own tools
- Diagnostic and after treatment knowledge required
- Must be able to pass a DOT drug screen.
Benefits
We offer a great benefit package including:
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Pay
- Medical
- Company Sponsored HSA and HRA plans
- Company Paid Dental
- Life and Short-Term Disability
- 401K with Company Match
- Guaranteed Yearly Raises
- Yearly Bonus
- Free Trash Service
- and more!
To Apply:
Fill out the application below or visit our office in person at 720 4th St., St. Paul Park, MN 55071.
Recycling Sorter
Recycling Sorter
Job Type: Full-Time | Day Shift
Job Summary
Recycling Sorters are responsible for ensuring quality control by manually sorting recyclable materials and removing non-acceptable items from the recycling line. This role is essential in producing clean, marketable recyclables that meet mill and broker standards. Successful candidates are dependable, safety-focused, and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced, physical environment.
Schedule & Pay Information
Starting Pay: $18.00 per hour
Overtime: Time and a half after 40 hours per week
Schedule: Monday – Friday, starting at 6:00 AM until the daily work is completed
- Typical end times:
- Monday–Wednesday: approximately ending at 4:00–4:30 PM
- Thursday–Friday: approximately ending at 2:30 PM
- End times may vary based on workload and are not guaranteed
Saturdays: Required only when a major holiday falls during the workweek (e.g., Thanksgiving week)
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Report to the conveyor line ready to work at 6:00 AM each scheduled day
- Hand-sort recyclable materials using both hands to maintain efficiency and product quality
- Identify, remove, and separate unacceptable or non-recyclable materials from the line
- Place sorted materials into designated areas according to facility guidelines
- Maintain consistent attendance and remain on-site until the shift is completed
- Follow all company safety policies and procedures, remaining alert to machinery, trucks, and mobile equipment at all times
- Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including company-provided Class 2 high-visibility apparel, hard hat, and appropriate footwear
- Assist with cleaning work areas, floors, and surrounding spaces during temporary facility shutdowns or downtime
- Follow company cell phone policy while on the clock
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
- Continuous standing and working on concrete floors for extended periods
- Frequent bending, pushing, pulling, and lifting
- Exposure to dirt, recyclables, odors, noise, and varying weather conditions
- Work performed around moving equipment and machinery in an industrial environment
Qualifications
- Ability to work in a physically demanding job
- Strong attention to detail and ability to distinguish between different recyclable materials
- Dependable, punctual, and able to follow instructions
- Commitment to workplace safety
- Candidates must pass a background check and present acceptable documents to verify authorization to work in the U.S.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO) starting on Day 1
- Health Insurance, including company-sponsored HSA
- 401(k) with company match
- Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- 6 paid holidays per year
- Guaranteed yearly raises
- Yearly bonus
- $300 annual boot allowance
Additional Information
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Duties, responsibilities, and expectations may change based on business needs. Employees are expected to perform all assigned tasks to the best of their ability.
Competitive wages and yearly performance bonuses!
Full benefits package: medical, dental, vision, life, HRA/HSA, short-term disability, 401K, PTO, paid holidays!
40-hour work weeks with weekly paydays!
Fully automated, clean trucks with air conditioning and regular maintenance!
Weekday “day-shift” hours! (Saturdays only when a major holiday falls during the work week!)
Why Work in Waste Management?
Waste jobs provide consistent, essential work in a growing field. As a local leader in garbage collection and recycling, Tennis Sanitation offers a supportive work environment with room to grow. Whether you’re starting out or looking to advance in the trash industry, we want to hear from you!