Solid Waste Technician

Job Description:

Solid Waste Technician

Description

Overview

Solid Waste Technicians perform non CDL driving related operational tasks associated with the Municipal Solid Waste industry, including but not limited to; cart delivery/repair, customer service, safety spotter, manual collections, litter pick up, waste screenings, dead animal collection, equipment maintenance/washing, asset repair, turf management and light equipment operation.

Responsibilities

Refuse/Recycle Collection division:

• Communicate with Superintendent, Planner-Scheduler, and Foremen in person, over the radio or via telephone to receive/clarify special instructions, verify delivery/pickup locations, record cart serial numbers, and address any special situations encountered.

• Assist with maintaining a safe separation of solid waste from equipment and public, both inside the facilities and outside on the city streets. Perform safety spotter service for solid waste equipment operators. Inspect work area for unsafe conditions and report/correct as needed.

• Assist with the collection of garbage and recycle routes, climb in and out of truck multiple times per day and roll cart to truck for collection and return to set out location.

• Perform pre and post trip inspections of equipment and tools including and not limited to; light trucks, forklifts, agriculture tractors and mowers, manlifts, weed eaters, and chainsaws.

• May be asked to perform other duties as assigned

Transfer Station division:

• Perform small maintenance items such as painting, fence/screen repair, manual digging of cleanouts, drains, ditches and posts, pressure washing, cleaning admin offices and warehouse.

• Perform inspections of incoming loads at the landfill and transfer station to ensure compliance with permit and state regulations.

• Assist mechanics and Sanitation Equipment Operators as needed to perform preventative maintenance and light mechanical work on all solid waste heavy equipment.

• May be asked to perform other duties as assigned

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work

• Non-Exempt, Full-time

• Refuse/Recycle Division: 40-hour work week, Monday - Friday, 7:30 am - 3:30 pm

• Transfer Station Division: 40-hour work week, Monday - Saturday, 8:00 am -5:00 pm

• In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED

• Six (6) months - one (1) year experience

Licenses and Certifications

Required

• A valid driver's license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hire

Employment Testing

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal Background Check: Yes

• Motor Vehicle Record Check: Yes

• Drug Screening: Yes

• Physical Exam: Yes

Basis of Rating

A recruitment consultant will evaluate all applications against the posted qualifications. The city may also conduct additional skill assessment tests, in addition to the panel interview.

Supplemental Information

• Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the City of Corpus Christi.

The City of Corpus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.

Closing Date/Time: January 19, 2026

Salary:

14.64-0.00 USD