Sanitation Worker I

SANITATION WORKER I

City of Salina, Kansas

Public Works / Sanitation Division

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The Sanitation Worker I ensures the cleanliness, safety, & upkeep of Salina's residential areas & public spaces by efficiently collecting & disposing of waste, recyclables, & bulk items. This role is essential in maintaining a healthy environment for the community by managing waste disposal, recycling processes & efficiently handling potentially hazardous materials encountered during collection activities. By supporting sanitation operations, the worker contributes directly to public health, environmental sustainability, & the overall quality of life in Salina.

Career Advancement: Sanitation Worker/Driver, Sanitation Driver

On-the-Job Training: New employees are taught to safely handle equipment, ensuring proper operation. Training sessions cover proper handling & disposal of refuse, recycling, & large debris.

Duties:

· Loads refuse, recycling, & yard waste into sanitation or recycling trucks efficiently.

· Assists with unloading refuse or recyclables or at designated sites, including landfill or recycling facilities; unloads recyclables from vehicles.

· Removes litter, debris, & refuse from streets, alleys, & public spaces, ensuring clean & safe environments.

· Collects bulk waste, including furniture, appliances, & other large items as part of special collection services; ensures proper handling & disposal of hazardous waste & large debris.

· Performs heavy manual labor in the collection of solid waste.

· Assists with cleanup and general maintenance activities at landfill or disposal sites, as assigned.

· Services trucks & equipment as required; repairs refuse carts.

· Prepares minimal records of own activities.

Education:

· High school diploma or G.E.D.

Experience:

· Experience in manual labor, preferably in waste management, recycling, construction, or other heavy physical labor roles; knowledge of waste disposal or recycling procedures is beneficial.

· Ability to perform strenuous physical tasks for extended periods, including lifting heavy objects, running designated routes, & enduring outdoor work in adverse weather conditions.

Requirements:

· Must possess valid Kansas driver’s license at hire.

· Must be eighteen (18) years of age or older.

Hours:

· Monday – Friday.

· Shift begins at 7:00 a.m.

Starting Pay DOQ EOE:

· $18.26-19.17/hr.

· $37,981-39,874/yr.

· Additional $1.50/hour paid for hours worked after 6:00 p.m. & before 6:00 a.m.

Paid Time Off:

· 48 hours of vacation available upon hire; additional 48 hours earned during the year (96 hours in first year).

· 96 hours of sick leave during first year.

Benefits Summary

Position Description

Application Deadline:

• Until filled

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Contact Information:

City of Salina

Human Resources Department

Office: 785-833-8018

Email: human.resources@salina.org

Website: salina-ks.gov

The City of Salina is an Equal Opportunity Employer & Drug-Free Workplace.