Refuse Collector, 202, Landfill
$14.76 per hourCity of Laredo, TX
Salary: $14.76 Hourly
Location : Laredo, TX
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: A262560-7
Department: Environmental and Solid Waste Services (25/38)
Division: Landfill
Opening Date: 04/16/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Job Description
Removes garbage from residential areas and assists in the proper disposal of garbage collected. Essential Functions/ Job Competencies/ Physical Requirements
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description
Physical Effort Requirements
Position will have the following exposures
Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments
Seldom
Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements
Often
Position will require the employee to travel
Never:
Required Education and Experience
Valid Licenses and Certifications Required Licenses or Certifications
As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.
Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.
Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io two days prior to the scheduled interview and/or test if applicable
City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply. Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values.
The City of Laredo provides a benefit compensation package that includes the following for all Full-time regular employees:
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Are you a current regular full-time or part-time City of Laredo employee?
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I understand that failure to complete ALL sections of my application, including the "Driver License" (if appicable), "Education", "Work Experience", "Certifications and Licenses" (if applicable), "Agency-Wide Questions", and "Job Specific Supplemental Questions" will result in my application not being processed.
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Location : Laredo, TX
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: A262560-7
Department: Environmental and Solid Waste Services (25/38)
Division: Landfill
Opening Date: 04/16/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Job Description
Removes garbage from residential areas and assists in the proper disposal of garbage collected. Essential Functions/ Job Competencies/ Physical Requirements
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description
- Empties containers into compactor on garbage truck.
- Operates hydraulic levers located on truck.
- Checks sidewalks and curbs to ensure area is clean.
- Inspects all carts for objects that may damage equipment (dirt, iron, wood or rocks).
- Picks up trash and assists with street maintenance activities as required.
- Assists in maintaining good communication between staff, visitors, and other business contacts.
- Must follow all rules of telephone courtesy in all telephone communications.
- Will be required to drive a City vehicle for City business use.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Knowledge of machinery and equipment operation and maintenance.
- Knowledge of safety practices and requirements.
- Knowledge of operation of tractors.
- Ability to lift medium weight objects.
- Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.
- Ability to perform strenuous and routine work.
- Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
- Ability to maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with other employees and respond to general public complaints.
- Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing in the English or Spanish language.
- Ability to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.
- Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of the position.
Physical Effort Requirements
Position will have the following exposures
- Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk.
- Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.
Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments
Seldom
- Office or similar indoor environment
- Confined space
- Warehouse environment
- Vehicles
- Outdoor environment
- Street environment (near moving traffic)
- Construction site
Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements
Often
- Individuals who are hostile or irate
- Individuals with known violent backgrounds
- Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
- Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
- Communicable diseases
- Moving mechanical parts
- Fumes or airborne particles
- Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances
- Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)
Position will require the employee to travel
Never:
- Regional travel
- National travel
- International travel
- Local travel
Required Education and Experience
- At least eighteen (18) years of age.
Valid Licenses and Certifications Required Licenses or Certifications
- Valid Texas Driver License. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment.
As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.
Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.
Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io two days prior to the scheduled interview and/or test if applicable
City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply. Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values.
The City of Laredo provides a benefit compensation package that includes the following for all Full-time regular employees:
- 10 days of paid vacation per year
- 6 1/2 days sick leave per year
- Pension plan
- 16 paid Holidays
- Paid health *
- Dental plan *
- Life insurance *
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Are you a current regular full-time or part-time City of Laredo employee?
- I am a full-time City of Laredo employee
- I am a part-time City of Laredo
- I am not a full-time or part-time City of Laredo employee
02
I understand that failure to complete ALL sections of my application, including the "Driver License" (if appicable), "Education", "Work Experience", "Certifications and Licenses" (if applicable), "Agency-Wide Questions", and "Job Specific Supplemental Questions" will result in my application not being processed.
- I have read and understood the above information.
- I have read and do not understand the above information. I will contact the Human Resources Department for further explanation.
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