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CITY OF BELLAIRE

LABORER - SOLID WASTE

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $17.33–$20.87/hr

Posted: 3 weeks ago

Location: Southwest Houston, TX (Onsite)

Last Updated: 4 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/12/2026

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A laborer is a worker who performs physical tasks and manual labor as part of their job. They are employed in a variety of industries from Warehousing to Manufacturing. Responsibilities can include assisting with shipping and receiving operations, moving equipment, and organizing inventory.

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LABORER - SOLID WASTE CITY OF BELLAIRE - 4.2

Bellaire, TX Job Details Full-time $17.33 - $20.87 an hour 7 hours ago Qualifications Customer communication High school diploma or GED Full Job Description

LABORER - SOLID

WASTE's role within the big picture of the City's overall success. Performs semi-skilled and manual labor, collecting residential refuse, and assisting the Driver in ensuring prompt and courteous waste removal services.

LABORER - SOLID WASTE

functions include but are not limited to the following:

Waste Collection and Disposal:

Collect residential refuse throughout the city using a large commercial truck. Safely load waste and carry bags and containers for disposal.

Vehicle Operation and Maintenance:

Ride on the garbage truck to assist the Driver on a designated route. Operate packing mechanisms, levers, and handles for loading and compressing refuse. Clean, maintain, and perform minor repairs on the issued truck.

Customer Service and Route Completion:

Courteously interact with customers, dispatchers, and others to ensure timely and professional service. Monitor waste for unacceptable items and clean spill areas according to safety standards. Complete pre- and post-operation inspections, reporting safety issues as needed. Maintain adherence to required productivity standards for efficient customer service.

Route Completion and Cleaning:

Collect bags or approved items from residents' homes. Clean the outside of the truck, grease truck bearings, and clean equipment.

Education:

High School Diploma or GED Experience :

No previous relevant work experience is required, but previous solid waste experience is preferred.

Supervisory:

No previous supervisory experience is required.

Certifications/Licenses :

None