About Our JobWe are offering a hiring bonus of $5,000 to new employees hired from this recruitment. The details of the bonus will be discussed at interview and/or offer. Note: The hiring bonus will not be applicable to City and County of Denver employees who are currently employed with the city or who have been separated from the city for fewer than 6 months.At the time of application, candidates are required to hold a valid CDL clear of any restrictions or under prohibited status in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Clearinghouse. This position requires a background check, physical, and drug test.With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose — for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver.What We OfferThe City and County of Denver offers competitive pay commensurate with education and experience. New hires are typically brought into the organization between $26.00 - $32.00/hour, based on experience and education. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but are not limited to:A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service457B Retirement Plan140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 12 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, 1 Wellness Day and 1 volunteer day per yearCompetitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start dateLocation & ScheduleIn this position you can expect to work on-site and in the field throughout the City and County of Denver, 5 days a week during the training period.Upon completion of training, you will transition to a four-day, 10-hour shift schedule, with the opportunity to work overtime when needed, based out of one of our three campuses: Central Platte, Cherry Creek, or Rosalyn. Campus assignments are not guaranteed and may change based on operational needs.Who We Are & What You’ll DoThe City and County of Denver offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. The salary range for this position is $26.00 - $32.00/hour, based on experience and education. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but are not limited to:A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service457B Retirement Plan140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 11 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday and 1 volunteer day per yearCompetitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start dateThe City and County of Denver has announced furlough days, or unpaid days off, for most employees to meet a budget shortfall in 2025. There are two fixed furlough days for all limited (temporary positions with an end date) and unlimited (permanent) employees on August 29th, the Friday before Labor Day, and November 28th, the day after Thanksgiving. If you receive an offer for this position, your annual pay will determine whether you are required to take additional furlough days. Details will be discussed during the offer process for selected candidate(s).Solid Waste Management provides trash collection service, hazardous waste removal, recycling, and a composting program for single family Denver homes and multi-family dwellings with up to seven units, municipal facilities, and Denver Public Schools.The Solid Waste Management team is looking for Solid Waste Collection Operators to join the team. Job duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:Safely operates a solid waste collection truck (rear loader, side loader, front loader, roll off, and/or other miscellaneous equipment) to collect waste, recycle, or compost material along a designated route and transfer it to a disposal site. Collection sites may include areas of high traffic, congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lotsLoads/unloads waste and/or recycling materials at landfills, recycling centers, or similar facilities. May collect dead animals or bulky items as a special assignmentReads and interprets route maps to plan out collection routes efficiently. Interprets rules and regulations governing the nature of the material being collected and container suitabilityIdentifies unsatisfactory waste containers and tag containers in accordance with applicable departmental proceduresResponds to public inquiries in a courteous manner and provides information within the area of assignmentCompletes daily pre/post trip inspection as defined by federal guidelinesAssists in preventative maintenance of equipment by washing and servicing vehicles with water, oil, and fuel. Performs basic maintenance and makes minor running repairPrepares routine operating reports, such as material collected, miles driven, and fuel usedResponsible for properly reporting uncollected refuse and the completion of collectionPerforms manual labor in construction, maintenance, or other work-related duties when not driving equipment to or operating it at the work siteFour- day work weekAbility to work overtime when neededPerforms other related duties as assigned.What You’ll BringOur ideal candidate has some or all the following experience, skills, and characteristics:Experience driving and operating trash collection vehicles such as automated side loader, rear loader, front loader, and roll offAbility to get in and out of vehicles and equipment multiple times per dayAbility to work in varying conditions (inclement weather, dust, fumes, etc.)Knowledge of the streets within the City and County of DenverAbility to read and follow route mapsApplicants for commercial driving positions must demonstrate proficiency in the English language. Commercial drivers must be able to do the following in English:Converse with the general publicUnderstand highway traffic signs and signalsRespond to official inquiriesMake entries on reports and recordsRequired Minimum QualificationsEducation Requirement: Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate.Experience Requirement: Two (2) years of general labor experience which must include six (6) months of experience driving light to medium sized equipment.Education and Experience Equivalency: Additional appropriate experience may be substituted for the minimum education requirements.Licensure and/or Certification: This job requires driving.Requires a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL "B") with appropriate endorsements at the time of application.Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment.Application DeadlineApplications for this position are accepted on a rolling basis. Please submit your application as soon as possible to ensure consideration.About Everything ElseJob Profile CJ3340 Solid Waste Collection OperatorTo view the full job profile including position specifications, physical demands, and probationary period, click .Position Type UnlimitedPosition Salary Range $24.71 - $37.07Target Pay $26.00 - $32.00/hour, based on experience and educationAgencyRedeployment during Citywide EmergenciesCity and County of Denver employees may be re-deployed to work in other capacities in their own agencies or in other city agencies to support core functions of the city during a citywide emergency declared by the Mayor. Dept of Transportation & InfrastructureAssessment RequirementThe City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.It is your right to access oral or written language assistance, sign language interpretation, real-time captioning via CART, or disability-related accommodations. To request any of these services at no cost to you, please contact with three business days’ notice.Applicants for employment with the City and County of Denver must have valid work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the U.S.For information about right to work, click for English or for Spanish.
