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City of Leavenworth

Solid Waste Collector

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $17.17/hr

Posted: 2 weeks ago

Location: Leavenworth, KS (Onsite)

Last Updated: 6 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/10/2026

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What they do

A Waste or Recycling Worker collects, recycles, processes or treats waste in a city or community. Works in a recycling plant, wastewater treatment facility, or landfill. Collects refuse from commercial and/or residential locations. Does not drive the vehicle used to collect/transport refuse.

$39,287 / year median in Kansas

+14% projected growth

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Job Description

The City of Leavenworth is seeking qualified, motivated applicants to perform a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled work and operate a variety of equipment in the collection of solid waste.

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduation from High School or GED equivalent; must be at least 18 years of age at the time of hire; must have a minimum of six (6) months of experience performing physical labor duties; must be able to work a flexible schedule as needed to complete a 40-hour workweek; must possess a current, valid driver's license at time of application (and maintain for duration of employment) and meet insurability standards under the fleet insurance policy; and must have, or obtain, CDL license within one (1) year of employment and maintain for duration of employment.

Starting Salary:

$17.17 per hour plus excellent benefit package. Qualified candidates may submit an application to Leavenworth Workforce Partnership located within the KCKCC Pioneer Career Center on Spruce St., Leavenworth, KS. Please visit www.leavenworthks.gov/jobs for a detailed position description and application. The position is open until filled.

EOE/AA Pay:

From $17.17 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Work Location:

In person