SOLID WASTE OPERATOR

SOLID WASTE OPERATOR

Req #566 Lawrence, KS, USA Apply Share Job Description Posted Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 2:00

AM Summary:

This position will operate several vehicles and equipment utilized in the collection and disposal of solid waste; collect solid waste on a specific commercial or residential route; deposit collected refuse and debris at the city landfill, and ensure that collection vehicles are properly equipped and serviced for routes.​ Primary work schedule will be Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM, or 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM. As workload demands; may work as early as 5:00 AM and as late as 5:00 PM, with some overtime, Saturdays, and holidays required.

Responsibilities:

The key duties for the Solid Waste Operator position include operating rear load, automated side load, front load, roll-off, hook-lift, and bulk trucks, as well as any other powered equipment used in the collection, recycling, and disposal of commercial and residential solid waste (trash, recyclable materials, and yard waste). The Solid Waste Operator is also responsible for assisting in routine maintenance of division vehicles, equipment, and facilities. Participates in the manual labor collection of waste and debris; lift and carry moderate to heavy waste materials for short durations of time. Other key responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness, conducting daily preventive and routine maintenance checks of the assigned vehicles and equipment, and providing leadership on assigned routes.

Qualifications:

Requires the ability to work holiday shifts, and Saturday shifts as scheduled, and the ability to withstand exposure to extreme and variable weather conditions. This position requires the possession of an appropriate valid Kansas Commercial Driver's License.

Benefit Information:

Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance:

Various dependent on coverage levels available; FREE Well Care Clinic through LMH; other wellness benefits/perks

Paid Time Off:

12 Vacation days, 12 Sick days accrued per year; 2 days Personal Leave, 10 Paid Holidays, 12

Weeks Caregiver Leave Retirement:

Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS) Job Details Pay Type Hourly Employment Indicator Safety Sensitive - CDL Hiring Min Rate 22.26 USD Hiring Max Rate 24.54 USD Scan this QR code and apply! Download