Solid Waste Operator I
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About the Department
T eam Gilbert has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated professional to fill the position of Solid Waste Operator I . With every job we fill, our focus is on providing best-in-class service to our citizens while offering the opportunity for professional growth in a rewarding and innovative work environment. The Solid Waste Operator I position is part of a job family that includes Solid Waste Operators I, II & III, providing career growth opportunities. The Solid Waste Operator I reports to a Solid Waste & Recycling Supervisor . The primary job duties of this position include: Safely operate rear-loading, side-loading, and/or front-loading automated refuse vehicles. Work designated route of apartments, office buildings, residential customers, commercial establishments, or other sites of contained refuse/recycling and hauling to disposal sites. Report improper equipment performance or other maintenance-related problems to the fleet maintenance mechanics and the supervisor. Perform routine service on vehicles such as washing, cleaning, fueling, checking, and adding oil, hydraulic fluid, and water as needed, checking instruments, mirrors, brakes, steering, and signals, maintaining tire pressure, and draining air tanks. Inform supervisor of unsafe or broken containers and unsafe, difficult, or poorly maintained collection sites. Assignments may include performing skilled and semi-skilled work in the maintenance and servicing of refuse containers, including painting, delivering, and inspecting containers. Prepare records and complete daily route sheet statistics, answer customer questions related to refuse schedule and service, and provide customer-focused service. View the full job description here . The first review of applications will occur on Monday, October 12th and the final review will occur Monday, October 26th. Anticipated Timeline: Posting closed: Sunday, October 25, 2026 Interviews: Week of November 2 Start date: November 9 or 23, 2026 This position is an At-Will position and is FLSA Non-Exempt - eligible for overtime compensation.
Safely operate rear-loading, side-loading, and/or front-loading automated refuse vehicles.
Work designated route of apartments, office buildings, residential customers, commercial establishments, or other sites of contained refuse/recycling and hauling to disposal sites.
Report improper equipment performance or other maintenance-related problems to the fleet maintenance mechanics and the supervisor.
Perform routine service on vehicles such as washing, cleaning, fueling, checking, and adding oil, hydraulic fluid, and water as needed, checking instruments, mirrors, brakes, steering, and signals, maintaining tire pressure, and draining air tanks.
Inform supervisor of unsafe or broken containers and unsafe, difficult, or poorly maintained collection sites.
Assignments may include performing skilled and semi-skilled work in the maintenance and servicing of refuse containers, including painting, delivering, and inspecting containers.
Prepare records and complete daily route sheet statistics, answer customer questions related to refuse schedule and service, and provide customer-focused service.
View the full job description here .
Position Duties
- At Team Gilbert , we hire innovative, forward-thinking problem-solvers who love what they do! In addition to possessing the ability to live out our core and functional values daily, candidates must possess the following requirements: High School Diploma or GED 1 year of experience in heavy equipment operation, or manual labor Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and medical card required at the time of interviewing. Applicants holding a Class B CDL may be required to obtain a Class A License within six months of hire. Must be able to work overtime as required. Requires working in extreme temperatures that are part of the Arizona climate. This is a driving position, and a motor vehicle report will be run as part of our pre-employment process. This position requires a DOT pre-employment physical and drug screen. This position has been designated as a Heavy work position, requiring the majority of the workday to be spent in a refuse truck and outdoor environment. The physical demands and working conditions information above is meant to provide a general idea of the conditions for this role. Gilbert is committed to being an inclusive employer of candidates with a wide range of abilities and looks for opportunities to accommodate different abilities within reason.
- High School Diploma or GED
- 1 year of experience in heavy equipment operation, or manual labor
- Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and medical card required at the time of interviewing. Applicants holding a Class B CDL may be required to obtain a Class A License within six months of hire.
- Must be able to work overtime as required.
- Requires working in extreme temperatures that are part of the Arizona climate.
- This is a driving position, and a motor vehicle report will be run as part of our pre-employment process.
Minimum Qualifications
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Other Qualifications
- Gilbert is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in its employment, services, programs, and activities. If you require any reasonable accommodation during the application and interview process, please contact our People Team (Human Resources) at 480-503-6823. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Benefits
- Gilbert offers a comprehensive benefits package for qualifying positions that includes medical and dental insurance, life insurance, disability, pension, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, babies at work, and more! Click Here to see a list of our benefit offerings at-a-glance, or visit our website to see our full employee benefits guide .
Supplemental Questions
Yes
No
Conviction for driving while impaired (DWI, DUI)
Homicide, manslaughter, or assault arising out of the use of a vehicle
Failure to stop/report an accident
Reckless driving/speeding contest
Making a false accident report
Testing positive for drugs and/or alcohol
Speeding 21 mph or greater over the limit
Driving on a suspended/revoked license
Attempting to elude a police officer
None of the Above
No experience in this area
Less than one year
1-2
2-3
3+
Veteran
Disabled Veteran
Veteran's Spouse/Surviving Spouse
Disabled Person
Required Question
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