Landfill Laborer

LABORER Salary Range:

$15.00 - $21.1316 Hourly (mid)

Position Grade:

UG-01

Job Type:

Full-Time Regular/ Non-Exempt/ Union-Represented Location:

Corralitos Landfill Position Description:

Laborer Opening Date 5/26/2026 Closing Date 6/08/2026 11:59 PM Mountain First consideration may be given to current Authority employees who fully meet the minimum requirements. Meeting or exceeding the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process. Required preapplication supplemental questions 1. I understand and accept that the position I am applying for is with the South Central Solid Waste Authority (SCSWA) and not the City of Las Cruces. If hired, I will be a SCSWA employee and not a City of Las Cruces employee. □ Yes □ No 2. Are you a current South Central Solid Waste Authority employee? (If you fail to include this information under the work experience section of the application, you may be disqualified from the selection process.) □ Yes □ No 3. Do you have a high school diploma or GED/equivalent and one (1) year's full-time experience in performing laborer or landfill duties? □ Yes □ No 4. Do you possess basic computer skills? □ Yes □ No 5. Do you have a valid unrestricted driver's license? A valid driver's license is required. □ Yes □ No 6. Although not required, bilingual skills in English/Spanish may be preferred. Do you meet this preference? □ Yes □ No 7. Are you related by blood, adoption, domestic partnership, or marriage to any current employee of the South Central Solid Waste Authority? □ Yes □ No If answered yes, list all relatives by blood, adoption, domestic partnership, or marriage working for South Central Solid Waste Authority and where they work. An application may be obtained online at www.scswa.net/jobs. A resume may not be substituted or accepted in place of the application.

JOB DESCRIPTION

(Non-Supervisory)

Job Title:

Laborer Pay Grade:

UG01

Effective Date:

May 2026

FLSA:

Regular Non-Exempt/Union Represented Revision Date:

n/a

NATURE OF WORK

Full time, regular non-exempt position that performs manual labor at all owned and operated Authority facilities, to include litter pick up, fence reparations and other duties as required. The employee must be able to operate station equipment and must be able to move about the work environment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Picks up blowing litter and debris Constructs and builds fencing to control windblown litter Assures that refuse remains in the area is not hauled away as salvage Performs vehicle load inspections and monitors incoming loads for unacceptable materials Keeps work area clean and free of debris to prevent damage to incoming vehicles May be required to assist in maintaining and operating equipment in absence of regular operator Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or equivalent (GED) One (1) year of full-time experience performing laborer or landfill duties Basic computer skills is required. Licenses/Certification(s): A valid driver's license is required. Must maintain an acceptable driving record in accordance with SCSWA policy.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Basic knowledge of laws, regulations and ordinances affecting the environmental processes. Skills in safely operating equipment. Ability to perform functions with minimal supervision; interact diplomatically with public in order to assure compliance with regulations; establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with public and co-workers.

ENVIRONMENTAL AND PHYSICAL FACTORS

Essential duties are performed 100% outdoors with exposure to all types of weather conditions. Employees are exposed to precarious situations, fumes and airborne particles, potentially toxic, and/or caustic chemicals, and extreme temperatures. Use of safety shoes, glasses and other equipment is required. Heavy physical work involves frequent bending, kneeling, and stooping; lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds; pushing trash containers weighing up to 500 lbs., visual acuity and auditor/communication abilities sufficient to perform essential functions.

WORK SITUATION FACTORS

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to operate equipment assigned to the site and move throughout the work environment. Ability to frequently lift or reposition up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift up to 180 pounds with appropriate equipment or assistance. Subject to drug and alcohol testing in accordance with applicable State and Federal regulations, including compliance with 49 CFR Part 40 and SCSWA policies.

Pay:

$15.00 - $21.13 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Safety equipment provided Vision insurance Application Question(s): Basic computer skills

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

performing laborer or landfill duties: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Las Cruces, NM 88007 (Required)

Work Location:

In person