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Refuse Collector II

City of Norfolk
Norfolk, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/10/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/17/2026



Norfolk, Virginia is America's most authentic and urban waterfront city. Home to the world's largest naval station and the business, arts, and cultural center of Coastal Virginia, Norfolk has been rated a top place to live, work, play, and raise a family by numerous publications.  Working for the City of Norfolk is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of others.  With our commitment to competitive pay and a strong retirement package, you can do good for your community and do well for yourself.   Join a caring workplace that proudly celebrates uniqueness, authenticity, and a shared commitment to improving the lives of our residents.

The City of Norfolk’s department of Public Works is seeking a Refuse Collector II within our Waste Management Division. This position is responsible for collecting waste from residential property, while maintaining &monitoring the truck for necessary repairs. Collects waste from residential property according to an assigned route. Maintains and monitors the truck for any necessary repairs.

The Department of Public Works builds, maintains, and operates the physical facilities that support and enhance the lives of Norfolk’s citizens, businesses, and visitors, including the City’s Storm Water System, Street Network and Waste Management and Recycling Systems. The Department is comprised of 9 divisions that function collectively to make your commute safe and efficient, your neighborhood more attractive, and the streets and sidewalks clean and well-maintained. 

 Department Hiring Salary Range: $48,666.12-$55,845.49
Essential functions include but are not limited to:
  • Collects and disposes of waste by operating either an automated truck, using the truck to pick up ninety-gallon garbage cans, furniture, tree limbs, etc. from the curb, replacing damaged trash cans as needed and traveling to the transfer station to empty the truck.  Lifts boxes, bags of yard waste, furniture, tree limbs, etc. into collection truck; places waste, furniture and other refuse into collection trucks. 
  • Maintains the truck by filling the vehicle with fuel, washing and sweeping it out, and ensuring that the brake and back up lights are functioning properly.
  • Conducts CDL Pre-Trip and Post-Trip Inspections.
  • Interacts with citizens and customers by explaining refuse collection codes and procedures.
     
Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions to understand simple processes and the routine operations of machines.  Level of knowledge equivalent to four years of high school or equivalency.

Five years' experience in refuse collection or related.
 
Valid CDL Driver's License; Must successfully pass all entry level testing and assessments.
 
Working Hours: Tuesday –Friday 7:00 am – 5:30 pm / 40 hours / week

Salary : $48,666 - $81,533

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