Additional Information
Job Posting End Date:
June 17, 2026
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Job Title:
Landfill Laborer I
Salary Range:
N/A
Position Salary:
4,492.00 USD Monthly
Location:
Department of Public Works Solid Waste Division
Civil Service or Non Civil Servic e:
Civil Service
Job Summary:
Performs a variety of routine, repetitive manual tasks at a solid waste landfill not requiring the continuous performance of a mechanical or trade skill; and performs other related duties as required.
Examples of Duties:
( The following are examples of duties and are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of specific duties statements does not preclude management from assigning such duties if such duties are a logical assignment for the position ).
Picks up debris and litter from landfill grounds and perimeter fencing;
Loads, moves, and unloads dirt, materials, supplies and equipment;
Excavates with pick, shovel, and other hand tools;
Backfills holes and ditches;
May check trucks and other equipment for oil, gas, and water;
May occasionally help other landfill employees by performing heavy manual work in lifting and carrying tools and materials;
Carries rocks, materials and lifts heavy items while performing the daily routine in all weather conditions;
May safely direct traffic at the working face or other landfill area to the unloading areas and ensure that waste is placed in accordance with local, State, and Federal regulations;
May perform temporary assignment to other landfill positions as needed;
Attends training sessions relative to landfill operations, environmental control and monitoring, and health and safety;
Visually screens each load of waste to ensure site compliance with State and permit requirements;
May install fences, clean tools and equipment, and paint;
May assist with applying alternative daily cover, and removing unacceptable waste from the working face;
Assists in maintaining good communication between staff, visitors, and other business contacts; and
Performs other related duties as required.
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