Category: Life at Granger
Living the Golden Rule: 5 Ways to Be Kind
Posted on: November 13, 2023
You may be wondering exactly what being kind has to do with a trash company. Usually, the answer would be nothing. But since we’re talking about Granger in particular, the answer is EVERYTHING. More than 50 years ago, this company was started by three Granger brothers and built on the Golden Rule. The Golden Rule... Continue reading
The Intern Experience at Granger Waste Services
Posted on: August 23, 2022
In the summer of 2022, Granger Waste Services had the pleasure of hosting two summer interns. These interns, while doing extremely different jobs, both proved very beneficial to their departments, as well as learning some new skills and gaining valuable work experience along the way. Kelsey Hedman, who will soon be starting her senior year... Continue reading
A Day in the Life of a Garbage Man
Posted on: August 11, 2022
By Taylor Bass, Community Relations and Brand Specialist Recently, I had the opportunity to hop up in one of our automated side load (ASL) trucks and spend the day with RJ, a professional driver, on one of his residential trash routes. I had no idea what to expect when I pulled into the parking lot... Continue reading
Taylor Bass Joins Granger Waste Services
Posted on: July 27, 2022
Granger Waste Services is pleased to welcome Taylor Bass as the new community relations and brand specialist. In her new role, Taylor will assist in developing strategies and programs, including event participation, education and corporate giving, designed to positively contribute to the community. She will be responsible for nurturing relationships between Granger and... Continue reading
Alma Native is New Resource for Granger Customers
Posted on: July 14, 2022
Granger Waste Services is pleased to announce a new resource for Alma customers. Alma native Michelle Pitts has been hired as a sales representative for Granger’s Alma area service territory. Michelle will focus her efforts on helping potential customers obtain service that best meets their needs, as well helping existing customers have the most exceptional... Continue reading
Waste & Recycling Workers Week—How You Can Help Celebrate
Posted on: June 10, 2021
The third week in June is designated as Waste & Recycling Workers Week. This important celebration, formerly called as Garbage Man Appreciation Week at Granger, is a chance to recognize all workers who contribute to keeping communities clean, either by picking up waste or by fulfilling important roles that help support waste collection. At Granger,... Continue reading
Ask Curby: Is Granger Replacing People with Automation?
Posted on: February 5, 2021
Dear Curby: I got a letter stating that my trash truck was being replaced with an automated truck. I know two people usually work in one truck. I’m concerned that someone may have gotten let go because you only need one person on a truck now. Are you replacing your people with automation? Please tell... Continue reading
Using Equipment to Keep Associates Safe
Posted on: January 18, 2021
Collecting trash and recycling is an inherently dangerous job. Being out on the roads leaves our associates in harm’s way. The act of lifting heavy, awkward bags or containers repeatedly throughout the day increases the risk of spontaneous, overuse and repetitive motion injuries. As a company, we recognize safety as a core foundational value. Safety... Continue reading
What You Can Do to Help Your Garbage Men and Women During the COVID-19 Situation
Posted on: March 25, 2020
Waste collection is considered an essential service that is vital to the health and safety of our communities. We are grateful and proud of our associates who are out there every day making sure this important work gets done. Their jobs are far from easy, and we know you appreciate them as much as we... Continue reading
4 Reasons to Love Your Garbage Man or Woman
Posted on: February 14, 2020
Sure, your spouse is pretty great, and you love your friends and your kids. But what about that unsung hero in your life? You know who we’re talking about—that superhero in disguise who picks up your trash. Here are some reasons to love your garbage man or woman. They make the world a better place.... Continue reading
What it Takes to Be a Great Granger Driver
Posted on: October 4, 2019
What does it take to be a great driver at Granger? It might seem like there’s a pretty obvious answer. You have to be good at driving. While that’s true, being a driver at Granger is quite a bit different from other driving positions. And while having a commercial driver’s license (CDL) and being skilled... Continue reading
Jackson Native Jessica Webb is New Resource for Granger Customers
Posted on: July 12, 2019
Granger Waste Services is pleased to announce a new resource for Jackson customers. Jackson native Jessica Webb has been hired as a sales representative for Granger’s Jackson area service territory. Jessica will focus her efforts on helping potential customers obtain service that best meets their needs, as well helping existing customers have the best service... Continue reading
Serving Granger’s Communities
Posted on: June 28, 2019
By Guest Blogger Charles Hauser In December of 2009, I graduated from Central Michigan University with a degree in Entrepreneurship and Marketing. The idea of business, working with people and developing relationships always intrigued me. As a professional, I followed this path while learning from great mentors and business leaders. Throughout my years of experiences,... Continue reading
Associate Spotlight: Meet Earl!
Posted on: June 21, 2019
We’re celebrating National Garbage Man Week by featuring Granger associates. We might not all pick up trash here at Granger, but we’re all garbage men and women. Name: Earl Aungst Title: Safety Specialist What kind of activities do you do on a typical workday? My work is a combination of training to help keep associates... Continue reading
Associate Spotlight: Meet Sean!
Posted on: June 19, 2019
We’re celebrating National Garbage Man Week by featuring Granger associates. We might not all pick up trash here at Granger, but we’re all garbage men and women. Name: Sean McHugh Title: Data Analyst What kind of activities do you do on a typical workday? I analyze business and financial questions. The Granger leadership team wants... Continue reading