Athens Services

Athens Services is a family-owned and operated waste collection and recycling company that has been serving the greater Los Angeles area since 1957. With over 60 years of experience, Athens Services has grown to become a leading provider of environmental services. They offer innovative and reliable solutions to more than 250,000 customers across over 50 communities.

Comprehensive Waste Management Services

Athens Services provides a wide range of waste management services tailored to meet the needs of residential, commercial, and public-sector clients.

• Recycling: Athens Services is one of the largest recyclers in Los Angeles County, committed to protecting the environment through mixed waste processing and advanced solutions.
• Organics Diversion: They provide sustainable, closed-loop solutions by diverting green waste and food scraps from landfills to their composting facility.
• Solid Waste Collection: Experienced drivers and excellent customer service help meet the waste disposal needs of any business or community.
• Special Waste: Specialists in hazardous and toxic substances, chemistry, and environmental law handle challenging waste streams.
• Construction and Demolition Recovery: Full-service solutions for contractors with the highest diversion certificate percentage in Los Angeles.
• Street and Parking Lot Sweeping: One of the largest fleets of street-sweeping trucks in the industry, all powered by alternative fuels, to keep areas clean.

Commitment to Sustainability

Athens Services is dedicated to advancing recycling programs, conserving resources, and creating a better environment for present and future generations. They envision a zero-waste future where businesses and consumers engage in sustainable practices regarding consumption and product lifecycles.

Innovative Technology

Athens Services pioneered the first mixed-waste processor in Los Angeles County in 1996. They invest in near-zero emission natural gas vehicles that are 90% cleaner than EPA’s strictest emissions standards.

They are the first company to utilize the Max-AI commercial unit, an artificial intelligence technology that uses mechanical vision for sorting recyclables and waste efficiently.

Community Engagement

The company actively invests in local communities by organizing free compost giveaways, sponsoring events, and supporting employee volunteering efforts such as annual river cleanups and charity marathons. They are also members of various chambers of commerce and environmental organizations.

Locations

Athens Services operates multiple facilities across Southern California including:

• Corporate Headquarters: 14048 E. Valley Blvd, City of Industry, CA 91746
• Customer Service Centers:

• 3333 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 806, Los Angeles, CA 90010
• 350 West 5th Street, Suite 210, San Pedro, CA 90731
• 1964 Westwood Blvd., Suite 210, Los Angeles, CA 90025
• 2550 Conejo Center Dr., Thousand Oaks, CA 91320
• 15045 Salt Lake Avenue, City of Industry, CA 91746
• 5355 Vincent Avenue, Irwindale, CA 91706
• Victorville, CA, US
• Glendale, CA, USA
• Long Beach, CA, USA
• Los Angeles, CA, USA

These locations enable Athens Services to effectively serve a diverse clientele throughout the region.

Through their comprehensive services, commitment to sustainability, innovative technology, and active community engagement, Athens Services continues to be a trusted partner in achieving a zero-waste future for Southern California.