As seen in Waste Today. Helpers on waste and recycling collection routes face physical demands every day. Their role is challenging and essential to efficient collection operations. A professional approach to filling this key role can have tremendous impact on your business. Why Screening, Onboarding, and Training Matter Screening, onboarding, and training are crucial given…
As seen in Waste Today Are you struggling to find and retain qualified individuals for entry-level and general labor positions in your waste or recycling operation? This is a common challenge. The work is physically demanding, and conditions can be tough. Recruiters must use creative and personalized approaches to succeed. Here are four proven tactics.…
As seen in Waste Advantage Every day, many waste and recycling companies rely on route helpers to ensure safe and efficient collection operations. This demanding role requires physical strength and a focus on safety and customer service. Route helpers’ performance directly impacts both drivers and customers, making it a critical yet challenging position to fill…
As seen in Waste Advantage Onboarding is not a one-time event. Prioritizing the experience of your new employees can help create a positive work environment, boost morale, and improve employee retention and engagement. By Mike Huycke Filling entry-level and general labor positions across the waste and recycling industry can be challenging. Retaining employees in these…
Employee Turnover is Costly Employee turnover is one of the biggest challenges any waste and recycling operator faces. Recruiting, onboarding, and training a new employee is time-consuming and expensive, whether the person is employed directly or through a staffing or workforce company. When an employee leaves, not only does the hiring process begin again, but…
As seen in Recycling Today, March 2024 Issue Today’s hiring landscape requires innovation and user-friendly systems to build and sustain a robust pipeline of qualified applicants. Candidates expect seamless and expeditious experiences when applying for roles. A multidimensional recruiting approach integrating artificial intelligence (AI), technology and a dedicated team helps meet job seekers’ expectations…
As seen in Waste Advantage, February 2024 Issue Q&A with Mike Huycke, Vice President of Business Development, Leadpoint Business Services. What are some of the factors that are currently affecting staffing issues and did they change throughout 2023? In 2023, we observed a stabilization of wages and increased workforce stability. Amid the pandemic, wage rates…
As seen in Recycling Today, March 2023 Issue Upward pressure on wages continues to be a primary concern for the recycling industry in 2023 as it faces ongoing staffing challenges. Over the past two years, Leadpoint has been actively working with clients to provide competitive compensation to its workforce and is beginning to see the…
As seen in Waste Advantage, February 2023 Issue Q&A with Len Christopher, Vice President of Operations, Leadpoint Business Services, on investing in people, responding to workforce trends, and what is ahead for 2023. What are some of the factors that are currently affecting staffing issues and how did they change throughout 2022? The #1 factor…
As seen in Waste Advantage, November 2021 Issue The fight for talent is real. Today’s waste and recycling companies can help their hiring efforts by putting consistent, conscious effort into making their site a place where people want to work. Business and economic news today is consistent in its coverage of a historic labor shortage.…
It’s Not Easy to Become a Leadpoint Associate. The data keep coming in about historically low unemployment rates and the unprecedented lack of workers to fill our nation’s job openings. From physicians and engineers to truck drivers and retail store clerks, low unemployment is affecting employers across the board. In the world of recycling, we…