Solid Waste Worker I

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Clearwater, FL
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 2026-00100
Department: Solid Waste & Recycling
Opening Date: 01/05/2026
Closing Date: Continuous

THE CITY OF CLEARWATER IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship. City of Clearwater will not sponsor employment visas (e.g., H-1B, or any other work authorization status).
Position Description

ENTRY SALARY: $38,136.68

CURRENT RECRUITMENT OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Under direct supervision, the Solid Waste Worker cleans vehicles, picks up trash, dumps trash cans, sorts through recycling, and performs general manual labor in the collection and disposal of all types of garbage and related solid waste.

Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Functions: -- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Performs manual labor in the collection, disposal, and handling of solid waste, garbage, and recycling materials within the City; maintains cleanliness and operational success of the City and its facilities.
• Performs debris removal, salvage, and demolition tasks for the various projects occurring within the City; removes unwanted material while adhering to safety regulations; pushes and pulls large garbage containers and operates vehicles with hydraulics for assistance.
• Cleans and processes recycling materials that are collected within the City; cleans and maintains processing center and various workstations; sorts through recycling material for clean products and disposes of refuse or solid waste material.
• Manually collects solid waste and refuse material for residents and commercial owners using solid waste services; uses heavy equipment to pick up bins and deposit refuse into truck.
• Cleans, washes, and maintains trucks and equipment for next day use; identifies issues of repair or maintenance with vehicles and ensures all routine maintenance occurs.
• Wears safety apparel and follows all safety protocols and policies.
• Works with other staff and collaborates as part of a team; communicates and engages professionally and courteously with other workers and the general public.
• Remains alert to surroundings and performs tasks safely and professionally.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Licenses, Certifications, and Equipment:
This position is required to operate the below equipment, machines, tools, and other work aides:
Heavy lifting (back screen required) and other equipment as assigned.
Education and Experience:
Must have minimum Tenth Grade Education. High School Diploma, High School Equivalency or G.E.D. Certificate is preferred; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
Supplemental Information
Knowledge of -

• Cleaning techniques and protocols
• Solid waste collections, disposal, and recycling
• Routes within the City, general navigations, and City layout
• Heavy equipment to handle solid waste; hydraulics systems
• Safety and hazard precautions
• Power tools and equipment
• Department policies and protocols
• Equipment maintenance practices and methods

Skill in -

• Sorting and disposing of solid waste and recycling materials
• Working with contractors and following directions
• Identifying hazardous materials
• Understanding and complying with oral and written instructions

• Using tact and independent judgment within established guidelines

FULL TIME EMPLOYEES ONLY RECEIVE:
Health and Wellness initiatives • 100% employee health care coverage • Option for dependent health care • Life Insurance • Optional Dental, Vision, AFLAC • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Retirement -General Employee Pension Plan • Voluntary Tax-deferred 457 Plan • Paid holiday, vacation, sick leave plans • Competitive Salaries • Tuition assistance • Training and development opportunities • Travel compensation • Military leave • Bereavement leave • Discount coupons • Service and employee recognition awards
PART TIME EMPLOYEES ONLY RECEIVE:
Paid holiday, vacation, sick leave plans • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Competitive hourly rates • Flexible schedules • Training and development opportunities • Discount coupons • Service and employee recognition awards

SEASONAL, VARIABLE, TEMPORARY, EMERGENCY EMPLOYEES RECEIVE NO BENEFITS.
01

What is your highest level of education?

• Masters Degree or higher
• Bachelors Degree
• Associates Degree
• High School Diploma or GED Certificate
• Completion of 10th grade
• Less than 10th grade education

02

Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?

• Yes
• No

03

Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status)?"

• Yes
• No

Required Question