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Equipment Operator (Solid Waste)

City of Peoria
Peoria, AZ Full Time
POSTED ON 12/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/26/2026

Position Title: Equipment Operator (Solid Waste)

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Tell me more…..

Peoria's Public Works Department has an excellent opportunity for an Equipment Operator in the residential collection division.

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The ideal candidate for this position will have:

  • Heavy equipment in the completion of assigned tasks such as excavating, trenching, street cleaning, and delivering refuse and recycling materials to the landfill.
  • Various types of solid waste equipment, including front load, side load, rear load, and roll-off collection vehicles.
  • An articulated tractor.

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Why Peoria?

Recently voted the #1 place, to live, work and play, Peoria is a community you can be proud to work for.

Take a look at the great benefits offered to eligible employees: Click here to view benefits offered.

About Peoria

The City of Peoria, AZ is a thriving city in the Northwest Valley that provides excellent municipal services to our community. Recently named by AZ Big Media as the Best Place to Live, Work, and Play, we are committed to maintaining the level of service to our residents to sustain and enhance the lives and culture of Peoria.

If you are passionate about providing excellent service through anticipating our community's needs, creating partnerships, promoting sustainability, and embracing diversity, then #PeoriaisthePlace for you!

Get an inside look at the Culture of Peoria

We are:

P-Professional~E-Ethical~O-Open~R-Responsive~I-Innovative~A-Accountable

Application Process:

Applications will be accepted for current vacancies until the posted closing date, or until a sufficient number of applications have been received. Applicants will be notified of any next steps by email and/or phone. 

During the selection process, any applicant requiring accommodation for a disability should advise the human resources department at employment@peoriaaz.gov or 623-773-7100.

An Equal Employment Opportunity Agency ~ Oportunidad de Empleo con Derechos Iguales.

 

Qualifications:

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

 Education:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience:

  • At least 9-12 months of experience in a similar or related position.

Physical Demands:

  • This role requires heavy physical exertion and effort.

Licenses and Certifications:

  • A valid Arizona Class “B” Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is required at the time of hire.
  • Depending on the assignment, a Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and/or Tanker and HazMAT endorsements may be required within 12 months of hire.

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