Job Description Several full-time positions available with the Neighborhoods & Community Services Department -

Residential Refuse Division Location:

5300 Municipal Ave Pay Starting at: $20.10 per hour

Schedule:

Hours/Days Vary Application Deadline:

September 11, 2026 About Us About the Neighborhoods & Community Services Department The Neighborhood Services Department works to support safe, vibrant, and thriving communities across the city. The department focuses on protecting residential properties, addressing nuisance concerns, and improving quality of life through a proactive, community-centered approach. By partnering with neighborhood and community leaders, the team uses data-driven strategies to identify issues, coordinate solutions, and connect residents with city and community resources. In addition to these core efforts, the department serves as a key service hub for residents and businesses. It provides direct customer support through the 311 Call Center, ensuring residents can easily access information and request City Services. The department also supports economic vitality through small business assistance offered by the BizCare Division, while promoting public safety and compliance through Animal Services enforcement provided by the Animal Services Division and alcohol licensing managed by the Regulated Industries Division. Oversight of short-term rental licensing further helps maintain neighborhood stability, and dedicated illegal dumping enforcement and cleanup efforts enhance cleanliness and livability. The Office of Environmental Quality drives the city's sustainability policies and ensures that municipal operations comply with local, state, and federal environmental laws. It plays a crucial role in reducing the city's carbon footprint and advancing climate action planning. Emphasizing collaboration, engagement, and prevention, the department brings together community support, regulatory services, environmental stewardship, and responsive customer service to strengthen neighborhoods and enhance overall community well-being. Click here for more about this department

Responsibilities What You'll Do:

Operates trucks on road maintenance and street repair work hauling cold patch, hot asphalt, gravel, rocks and abrasives; drives trucks in transporting personnel and materials to designated work sites. Operates pickup and other trucks in the scheduled pickup and delivery of mail and supplies to assigned departmental district headquarters; deposits lights and barricades at designated locations. Operates rodding and bucket machines in cleaning sanitary sewers; operates flusher truck cleaning and flushing streets and thoroughfares. Drives a truck engaged in street-cleaning activities; participates in snow plowing and snow removal operations. Drives trucks for tree crews; assists in loading brush and in general cleanup of an area where dead trees are removed; operates power saw, stump grinder, tree sprayer and other related equipment. Drives refuse or flat-bed trucks on established route in picking up garbage and trash; operates packing and dumping controls; supervises assigned collection crew; keeps time records and sees that assigned collection truck is serviced and maintained properly; assists subordinates in the collection of garbage and trash. Drives a truck with a flat-bed trailer for hauling construction equipment; drives construction equipment on and off lo-boy units. Operates a large construction tractor or crawler-type bulldozer in pulling a sheep's foot compacting street and road sub-grades. Operates a heavy motor-driven street sweeper; sweeps streets and gutters on assigned routes; fills water tank at regular intervals and regulates valves controlling water spraying in front of the sweeper; dumps sweeper piles where they can be easily picked up. Operates medium grade tractors in the mowing of grass, parks and vacant lots, and chain saws in the cutting of tree branches and limbs. Also operates spray equipment in conjunction with pesticide operations. Operates a heavy power driven roller in patching and ironing asphalt street surfaces. Operates a front-end loader up to 2-1/2 cubic yard in loading sweeper piles, broken pipe, dirt, rocks and debris; leads helper who assists in loading operations. Operates a backhoe in trenching, filling or other minor excavation; carefully plans and executes work to avoid damage to underground pipes and cables. Makes field repairs to equipment, and as necessary, assists machinists and mechanics on major repairs; services assigned equipment with fuel, oil, water and grease. Operates a heavy paint machine in striping and painting center lines on streets; adjusts and repairs paint equipment so as to properly line streets with paint and reflector beads. Performs related duties as required. Qualifications

REQUIRES

6 months of experience in the operation of trucks and other specialized automotive equipment. Must possess a valid state-issued driver's license in accordance with City of KCMO policies. May be required to possess a valid Missouri Class A, B or C CDL prior to the end of probationary period. Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and post-offer physical examination as prescribed by the City. Other Information Military veterans encouraged to apply Why You'll Love Working with Us - Core Employee Benefits (Benefits offered to all permanent employees unless otherwise specified) Comprehensive Health Coverage Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans with multiple options and low employee contributions. Generous Paid Time Off Enjoy vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays-with accruals that grow the longer you're with us. Secure Retirement Planning City-funded pension plan plus an optional 457 savings plan to help you build long-term financial security. Support for Life's Big Moments Paid parental and bereavement leave to help you navigate major life events with peace of mind. Tuition Assistance Get reimbursed for eligible education expenses-invest in your future while you work. Income Protection Short- and long-term disability coverage options to safeguard your earnings. Life Insurance Provided City-paid life insurance with the option to add more coverage for extra peace of mind. Community Volunteer Leave Take up to 8 hours annually to give back to causes you care about. Want the Full Picture? Click here for a complete benefits summary. URGENT!!!

CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION

Applications and/or resumes are evaluated on the information received by the application deadline. Please ensure that your application or resume clearly demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying, this includes providing all relevant educational dates and a detailed description of relevant work experience, including months/years of employment. Applications and/or resumes may not be considered if information is incomplete. In order for a resume to be used in lieu of an application the resume must have been submitted online via the City's Applicant Tracking System. Positions requiring a high school diploma/GED certificate must be obtained from a school/program accredited by the Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education. The minimum education requirement for positions that allow for experience equivalency for an accredited degree is a high school diploma. Unless otherwise specified, an accredited degree must be obtained from a college or university listed with the U.S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education. For positions with a salary grade of EX6 or higher that require an accredited degree, qualifying professional experience must be obtained AFTER the accredited degree is obtained. Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check is required for all positions. Some positions require a post offer drug screen and/or physical. If appointed, non-residents must obtain residency inside Kansas City, Missouri's city limits within nine months. The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The City is committed to providing a workplace environment for its employees and citizens free from discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. For more information, please see our EEO Policy The City of KCMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 816-513-1908 or send an e-mail to accommodations@kcmo.org . If claiming military veterans' preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or a DD-256 (for reservists). To claim veterans' points you must have served 180 days of regular active duty service and be discharged or released under honorable conditions during peacetimes or 90 days of active duty service, one (1) day during "wartime" and a last discharge or release under honorable conditions. (DOD) 38 U.S. Code

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