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Solid Waste Collector

The City of Bowie is seeking committed, hardworking, and motivated individuals to join our Solid Waste Team in the position of Collector. This position includes working as part of a small crew in the collection of residential refuse and/or recycling on assigned routes. This position requires heavy manual work, assisting in the collection of special pickup items, as well as operating mechanisms for loading, compacting, sorting and dumping refuse and recyclables. This is a 40-hour per week position, however actual work hours are typically based on the time needed to complete assigned tasks.

Additional requirements include:

Desire/ability to work in a physically strenuous environment, which includes repetitive lifting up to 50 lbs., and walking for long periods.

Willingness to work in all weather conditions.

Ability to work well within a team environment.

Ability to develop and maintain an excellent work attendance record.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience with heavy manual work.

High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

RATE OF PAY

$20.55 PER HOUR

EMPLOYEE

BENEFITS

Excellent medical, dental, vision, life and long-term care insurance; 401(k) with employer match; 457 savings plans. Task work is available for this position.

HOW TO APPLY

Please visit the citys website at: cityofbowie.org and click on the employment link. All applicants MUST submit a completed City of Bowie employment application in order to be considered for this opportunity.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2026

A proud Equal Opportunity Employer, the City of Bowie is committed to providing a fair and inclusive work environment w all employees are valued and respected. This commitment is a vital part of the Citys organizational culture and values.