Solid Waste Technician

Overview

The Solid Waste Technician will 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, assets repair, turf management and light equipment operations.

Responsibilities

Transfer Station:

• Greets customers and answers solid waste relation questions

• Assists with maintaining a safe separation of solid waste equipment and public, both inside the facility and outside on the city streets

• Performs safety spotter service for Solid Waste Sanitation Operators

• Communicates with Supt. Planner/scheduler and Foreman in person, over the radio or via phone to receive/clarify special instructions

• Verifies delivery/pickup locations, record cart serial numbers, and address any special instructions encountered

• Assists with the collection of garbage/recycle routes, climb in and out of truck multiple times per day

• Rolls cart to truck for collection and return to set out location.

• Organizes and maintains cart storage area, keep equipment clean after use, keep grounds clear of litter and debris, keep tools stored properly.

• May be asked to perform other duties as assigned

Refuse/ Recycle:

• Greets customers and answers solid waste relation questions

• Assists with maintaining a safe separation of solid waste equipment and public, both inside the facility and outside on the city streets

• Performs safety spotter service for Solid Waste Sanitation Operators

• Inspects work area for unsafe conditions and report/correct as needed•

• Watches over operational area to keep customers and fellow employees safe

• Activities including but not limited to: raking, digging, sweeping, carrying, picking refuse off the ground and in fields, mowing, weed eating, and painting

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

• Inspects incoming loads at the landfill and transfer station to ensure compliance with permit and stage regulations

• Maintains vigilance at all assignments to identify/remove/report nonacceptable items

• Performs ASTM-method 9095 per EPA guidelines tests such as paint filter tests

• Assists mechanics and Sanitation Operators as needed to perform preventative maintenance and light mechanical work on all solid waste heavy equipment such as garbage trucks, brush trucks, dozer, front end loaders and excavators

• May be asked to perform other duties as assigned

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work

• Non - Exempt - Full-Time - 40 hours a week

• Refuse/Recycle Division: Monday-Friday, 7:30a - 3:30p

• Transfer Station Division: Rotating Monday-Saturday, 8:00a - 5:00p

• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is a schedule requirement

• 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 to one (1) year of experience

Certifications, Licenses or other requirements

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 hiring

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

• FBI Background Check: No

• Police Background Check: No

• Clearing House Query (CDL): No

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 Christi 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: August 18, 2026

City of Corpus Christi

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