Benefits of Working at Casella
Every day, we’re building a work culture that rewards hard work, sharp thinking, and exceptional talent. At Casella, driven individuals thrive—growing their careers, contributing to strong teams, and helping to shape a company that values performance and progress. We welcome diverse perspectives, encourage innovation, and celebrate those who bring energy and excellence to everything they do. If you're ready to be part of a place where your efforts truly matter, it’s time to discover why you belong at Casella.
Why Casella
Financial
Health Reimbursement and Flexible Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Pet Insurance, Employer Matching 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase, and other employee discount programs.
Health & Wellness
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Telemedicine, Pharmacy Advocate Program, Advanced Surgical Care Network, Employee Assistance Plan, Wellness Incentives, Paid Time Off, Work-Life Balance, and much more.
Development
Tuition Assistance, On-the-Job Training, Apprenticeship Programs, Career Pathways, Industry Certifications, and other continuous learning options.
Recognition
Employee Service Awards, Employee Core Values Program, Safety Awards
The History of Hard Work
To some, it’s life’s work. We call it a foundation. A half-century of progress and innovation shaped not by the ideas of a few, but by the shared values and hard work of many. Together, we’re building the future of Casella, a sustainable way forward, filled with opportunity. That’s the History of Hard Work, five decades and counting.
Your Path to Purpose: Culture, Growth, & Rewards
Leadership
Casella’s leadership team is among the most experienced and accomplished in the industry and is generally acknowledged to be at the forefront of leading the industry’s transformation to sustainability and resource renewal. The team is unwavering in its dedication to serving our customers, our communities, and our diverse stakeholders. Our senior leaders believe deeply in building a great company and a great culture that seeks to give talented, motivated people the opportunities and support to learn and grow.
Culture
Our company culture is driven by our timeless Core Values, which have guided our beliefs and actions for decades.
At Casella, we encourage our employees to make decisions and solve customer problems every day with these Core Values as their guide. They are a shared foundation for individual, team, and company success. For us, they are not slogans, posters, or empty promises, but living, breathing tools and standards to which we hold ourselves and each other accountable.
Our culture and our values are how we bring more than 5,600 people together as one team. We’re different, and in all the ways you want work to be different—warm, friendly, supportive, with opportunities to succeed and grow. We’ve built the kind of workplace we’ve always wanted—one we’re genuinely excited to come to every day.
Don’t you think you belong here, too?
Diversity
At Casella, we believe that diversity drives innovation. By bringing together people from different backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives, we develop smarter, more sustainable solutions for waste and recycling—and build a better tomorrow.
Our Core Values guide us in fostering a workplace where inclusion is not just encouraged but expected. Every employee plays a role in creating an environment where dignity and respect are foundational, and where everyone can thrive by being genuine.
We begin with our people. Through inclusive leadership and fostering a culture of belonging, we enable individuals and teams to share ideas, collaborate openly, and grow together. Our dedication to attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce guarantees that we benefit from a broad range of talents and perspectives.
Casella is committed to creating an environment of inclusion and mutual respect where opportunities are available to all applicants and team members without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, military and veteran status, status as an individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our team members are critical to our success as a company, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people.
Development
We invest in our people because we know that engaged, well-supported teams drive customer satisfaction and business success. From day one, our onboarding experience sets the stage for long-term achievement, connecting new hires with the tools, resources, and relationships they need to succeed.
Our development programs are designed to help employees grow their skills, advance their careers, and make meaningful contributions. Whether you’re just starting out or stepping into leadership, we offer a wide range of learning opportunities, including:
Emerging Leader Development Program
Frontline Leadership Learning Program
Operations Leadership Development Program
CDL Permit Training Workshops
Accredited CDL Training School
Diesel Technician Apprentice Program
Internships and co-op opportunities for students
Corporate fellowships for transitioning service members
Defined career paths with vertical and horizontal growth options
We believe people thrive when they can see a clear path forward. That’s why every role at Casella is built around core competencies and capabilities, with targeted training and coaching to support advancement.
Sustainability
At our core, we are a leading provider of environmental sustainability services. Our biennial Sustainability Report describes our work with our customers to create value from their waste streams, to improve the sustainability of our own operations, to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and to build strong people and relationships to fundamentally change the way society views waste and resources.
Military
We don’t just thank our service men and women—we hire them!
We have a special affinity for our military service members. While our colors may be blue, green, and white, we support those who have served the Red, White, and Blue. One out of every 13 Casella employees have a background of military service. And the support doesn’t end there—many of our employees have spouses, children, parents, siblings, and other family members who have served or are currently serving in one of the six branches of the military.
Rewards
Health: Comprehensive care for you and your family
We want you to feel your best at work and at home. Casella offers best-in-class benefits including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, pharmacy, and healthcare reimbursement and flexible spending accounts. We also provide specialized programs like maternal health nursing for before, during, and after pregnancy, and our expecting moms are eligible for eight weeks of 100% paid maternity leave, short-term disability, and FMLA.
Wellness: Encouraging healthy living through time off and preventive care
We believe rest is essential to doing your best work, so our team enjoys a generous time-off policy, including vacation, personal days, and paid holidays. And to encourage proactive health habits, employees who complete their annual preventive care earn up to $900 in cash rewards—because taking care of yourself should always pay off.
We make it easy for employees and their families to get support when they need it most. With 24/7 access to professional assistance and our dedicated in-house resource navigator, help is always just a call or click away—anytime, any day of the year.
Financial: Rewarding hard work with security and savings
You contribute to our future, so we contribute to yours. We provide competitive salaries, career path progression, merit increases, and performance-based incentives. Employees receive paid life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance benefits and may elect to purchase short-term and long-term disability insurance at group discounts. We also provide 401(k) retirement savings options with a company match, as well as an employee stock purchase plan at a discount through payroll deduction after six months of eligible service. Finally, employees are eligible for employee purchase discounts on waste collection, Verizon Mobile, Ford Motor Company, and personal computers, to name just a few.
Community: Together, we give back—supporting the communities that support us
Casella and its employees make significant, positive impacts in the communities we serve through our charitable giving. We take pride in donating to organizations that support the people of these communities, knowing that our collective donations of time, money, and resources have a profound impact. Employees are encouraged to volunteer for and donate to the community organizations that matter the most to them.
Career: Your growth is our priority—through learning, development, and a clear path to career advancement
Casella believes that every employee should have a clear and compelling pathway for learning, development, and growth. Our employees are empowered to pursue targeted training and coaching to succeed and advance. We provide in-house development programs for employees at all levels as well as a comprehensive career path progression program that includes both vertical and horizontal career ladders. Full-time employees are eligible for tuition reimbursement for job-related graduate and undergraduate degrees and certifications. We strive to advance our employees internally through our talent renewal programs and encourage movement around the Company to hone best practices and strengthen our shared knowledge. Employees are supported in learning about different areas of the company and identifying the direction they’d like to steer their Casella career path.
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