SANITATION WORKER I

City of Salina, Kansas Public Works / Sanitation Division Apply Directly with the

City of Salina Apply:

jobs.salina-ks.gov The Sanitation Worker I ensures the cleanliness, safety, & upkeep of Salina's residential areas & public spaces by efficiently collecting & disposing of waste, recyclables, & bulk items. This role is essential in maintaining a healthy environment for the community by managing waste disposal, recycling processes & efficiently handling potentially hazardous materials encountered during collection activities. By supporting sanitation operations, the worker contributes directly to public health, environmental sustainability, & the overall quality of life in Salina.

Career Advancement:

Sanitation Worker/Driver, Sanitation Driver On-the-Job Training:

New employees are taught to safely handle equipment, ensuring proper operation. Training sessions cover proper handling & disposal of refuse, recycling, & large debris.

Duties:

• Loads refuse, recycling, & yard waste into sanitation or recycling trucks efficiently.
• Assists with unloading refuse or recyclables or at designated sites, including landfill or recycling facilities; unloads recyclables from vehicles.
• Removes litter, debris, & refuse from streets, alleys, & public spaces, ensuring clean & safe environments.
• Collects bulk waste, including furniture, appliances, & other large items as part of special collection services; ensures proper handling & disposal of hazardous waste & large debris.
• Performs heavy manual labor in the collection of solid waste.
• Assists with cleanup and general maintenance activities at landfill or disposal sites, as assigned.
• Services trucks & equipment as required; repairs refuse carts.
• Prepares minimal records of own activities.

Education:

• High school diploma or G.

E.D.

Experience:

• Experience in manual labor, preferably in waste management, recycling, construction, or other heavy physical labor roles; knowledge of waste disposal or recycling procedures is beneficial.
• Ability to perform strenuous physical tasks for extended periods, including lifting heavy objects, running designated routes, & enduring outdoor work in adverse weather conditions.

Requirements:

• Must possess valid Kansas driver's license at hire.
• Must be eighteen (18) years of age or older.

Work Type:

• Heavy, exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Works outside in adverse weather conditions.

Equipment:

• Brooms, hydraulic lifts, power washers, sanitation trucks (refuse trucks, recycling trucks, etc.

), shovels, rakes & other equipment used in waste collection & maintenance tasks.

Hours:

• Monday - Friday.
• Shift begins at 7:00 a.

m.

Starting Pay DOQ EOE:

• $18.26-19.17/hr.
• $37,981-39,874/yr.
• Additional $1.

50/hour paid for hours worked after 6:00 p.m. & before 6:00 a.m.

Paid Time Off:

• 48 hours of vacation available upon hire; additional 48 hours earned during the year (96 hours in first year).
• 96 hours of sick leave during first year.

Application Deadline:

Until filled Apply Directly with the

City of Salina Apply:

jobs.salina-ks.gov

Important:

Uploading a resume or profile through this platform does not complete your application. You must complete an application for employment directly with the City of Salina to be considered.

Contact Information:

City of Salina Human Resources Department Office:

785-833-8018

Email:

human.resources@salina.org

Website:

salina-ks.gov The City of Salina is an Equal Opportunity Employer & Drug-Free Workplace.

Pay:

$37,981.00 - $39,874.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person