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Solid Waste Operator (Residential)

City of Greensboro
City of Greensboro Salary
Greensboro, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 10/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/12/2026

*** Extended Recruitment ****

 If you have applied previously for this recruitment, you need “NOT" apply again. All applications are still under consideration.


Start Your Career Keeping Greensboro Clean — Join Our Team as a Solid Waste Operator


If you enjoy hands-on work, being outdoors, and making a visible difference in your community, the City of Greensboro invites you to explore a career as a Solid Waste Operator. This entry-level role plays an essential part in keeping our neighborhoods clean, safe, and welcoming. Every day, our Solid Waste team helps maintain the quality of life residents expect while building valuable skills that support long-term career growth in public service.


 Compensation and Benefits:

Estimated Hiring Salary Range: $41,600.00 - $46,998.00   Full Salary Range: $41,600.00 - $63,917.00. Annually


Benefits: 

The City of Greensboro offers an outstanding benefits package that supports your well-being.

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Work Schedule: 
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, 7:00am-5:00pm
 


About the Department:
The Solid Waste Division provides essential collection services that help keep Greensboro running smoothly. From residential waste and recycling to yard debris and bulk item collection, our team works together to protect the environment and serve the community with professionalism, efficiency, and pride.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

  • Be part of a team that directly supports the health and cleanliness of the community

  • Work outdoors and stay active throughout the day

  • Receive stable employment with consistent bi-weekly pay

  • Gain valuable commercial driving experience and training opportunities

  • Cross-train in multiple areas of Solid Waste operations

  • Build a career in public service with opportunities to grow

About the Role:
The Solid Waste Operator performs heavy manual collection of yard waste, bulk items, and other materials while assisting with the safe and efficient operation of a rear-loading solid waste collection truck. This position requires frequent walking, lifting, bending, and working outdoors in all weather conditions.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Collecting refuse, recycling, yard waste, and bulk materials safely and efficiently

  • Operating and driving a rear-loading collection vehicle once licensed

  • Following established collection routes and service schedules

  • Communicating effectively using two-way radios and written documentation

  • Completing daily survey sheets and vehicle inspection forms

  • Providing courteous customer service to residents

  • Assisting teammates and cross-training in other Special Services operations as needed

  • Call to Action
    If you take pride in hard work, teamwork, and serving your community, we encourage you to apply and become part of the team that helps keep Greensboro clean and running strong. The City of Greensboro values a diverse workforce and encourages women and minorities to apply. Join us and build a career that makes a difference every day.


This position works a 40-hour schedule, though schedules may adjust during holidays, emergency response, or operational needs and may include early mornings, weekends, or holidays.

The work requires standing, walking on uneven surfaces, bending, kneeling, climbing, shoveling, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Employees work outdoors in all weather conditions and must maintain good attendance and a positive, team-oriented attitude.


Potential Career Path:
The Solid Waste Operator role offers an excellent starting point for a long-term career in municipal operations. With experience and training, employees can advance your career path  


Call to Action
If you take pride in hard work, teamwork, and serving your community, we encourage you to apply and become part of the team that helps keep Greensboro clean and running strong. The City of Greensboro values a diverse workforce and encourages women and minorities to apply. Join us and build a career that makes a difference every day.


Minimum Qualifications:
  • High School diploma/GED with  1 years experience operating vehicles that require a commercial driver’s license. 
    •  Or  No High School diploma/GED with  5-7 years of experience operating vehicles that require a commercial driver's license
  • Valid Class A or B CDL 

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Solid waste collection experience (i.e., refuse, recycling, etc.)

Salary : $41,600 - $63,917

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