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City of Liberal

Solid Waste Technician I

Liberal, KS

$21 - $25.75/hr

Solid Waste Technician I Department: Solid Waste Supervisor: Solid Waste Director FLSA: FT Non ... assignment or shift. * This classification requires emergency callback response and on-call ...

City of Liberal, KS

Solid Waste Technician I

Liberal, KS · On-site

$21 - $25.75/hr

Solid Waste Technician I Department: Solid Waste Supervisor: Solid Waste Director FLSA: FT Non ... assignment or shift. * This classification requires emergency callback response and on-call ...

City of Liberal, KS

Solid Waste Technician I

Liberal, KS · On-site

$21 - $25.75/hr

Solid Waste Technician I Department: Solid Waste Supervisor: Solid Waste Director FLSA: FT Non ... assignment or shift. * This classification requires emergency callback response and on-call ...

County of San Juan (NM)

Solid Waste Foreman

Aztec, NM · On-site

$26.17/hr

Prepares reports at the end of shift for division manager. Oversees and completes maintenance and ... May fill in as Solid Waste Manager in the absence thereof. Performs other related duties as ...

Wadena County

Solid Waste Attendant

Wadena, MN · On-site

$20.19 - $27.52/hr

This position does require a rotating scheduled Saturday shift. Duties and Responsibilities * Performs solid waste program services including loading outbound trailers and checking inbound loads to ...

WADENA COUNTY

Solid Waste Attendant

Wadena, MN · On-site

$20.19 - $27.52/hr

This position does require a rotating scheduled Saturday shift. Duties and Responsibilities * Performs solid waste program services including loading outbound trailers and checking inbound loads to ...

City of Valdez, AK

Solid Waste Tech I

Valdez, AK · On-site

$61K - $84K/yr

Solid Waste Opening Date: 08/04/2026 The City of Valdez is hiring a Solid Waste Tech I at the Baler ... Employee may be called out to work off-shift in emergency situations. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND OTHER ...

City of Lufkin

Solid Waste - Driver III

Lufkin, TX · On-site

$19.21/hr

Solid Waste/ Recycle Reports To: Solid Waste Assistant Director FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Pay: $19.21 ... Ability to mount and dismount vehicle repeatedly during a shift. * Ability to operate and maneuver ...

City of Lufkin

Solid Waste - Driver III

Lufkin, TX · On-site

$19.21/hr

Solid Waste/ Recycle Reports To: Solid Waste Assistant Director FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Pay: $19.21 ... Ability to mount and dismount vehicle repeatedly during a shift. * Ability to operate and maneuver ...

City of Lufkin

Solid Waste - Driver III

Lufkin, TX · On-site

$19.21/hr

Solid Waste Assistant Director FLSA Status:Non-ExemptPay:$19.21 per hourDESCRIPTIONThe Driver III ... Ability to mount and dismount vehicle repeatedly during a shift.Ability to operate and maneuver ...

Kimble

Landfill Supervisor Night Shift

Dover, OH · On-site

$11.50 - $15.50/hr

... operation of solid waste disposal including placement, compaction, and burial of refuse in ... Monday to Friday | Night shift | Weekends as needed This Employer is an equal opportunity employer ...

City of Valdez

Solid Waste Tech I

Valdez, AK · On-site

$61K - $84K/yr

The City of Valdez is hiring a Solid Waste Tech I at the Baler Facility. This position, under ... Employee may be called out to work off-shift in emergency situations. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND OTHER ...

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As of Aug 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for solid waste night shift in the United States is $15.21, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.26 and $16.35 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Solid Waste Night Shift vs Solid Waste Day Shift?

AspectSolid Waste Night ShiftSolid Waste Day Shift
Work HoursTypically overnight, 10 PM - 6 AMDaytime, 6 AM - 2 PM or similar
Work EnvironmentOutdoor, active, less trafficOutdoor, active, busier daytime traffic
Required CertificationsSame as day shift, CDL preferredSame as night shift, CDL preferred
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in waste management companiesCommon in waste management companies

Solid Waste Night Shift and Day Shift roles share similar responsibilities and certifications, but differ mainly in work hours and environment. Night shift offers quieter, less congested conditions, while day shift provides more daylight hours. Both are essential in waste collection services and require similar qualifications.

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Infographic showing various Solid Waste Night Shift job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $31,645 per year, or $15.2 per hour.

Solid Waste Technician I

Liberal, KS

City of Liberal
11 - 50 employees
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$21 - $25.75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

Position: Solid Waste Technician I

Department: Solid Waste

Supervisor: Solid Waste Director

FLSA: FT Non-Exempt

Apply at https://clrco.com/eDB82HCVqq

The fundamental reason this classification exists is to provide safe, efficient and economical operation of the Solid Waste Dept. The Solid Waste Technician I works under the general supervision of the Solid Waste Services Supervisor or a Solid Waste Services Foreman.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Visits numerous residential and commercial locations, on a daily basis, to collect solid and liquid waste.
  • Transporting and disposing of garbage in a safe, effective, and environmentally friendly manner, at a City or state-approved dump site.
  • Collecting pieces of furniture or large electronic devices, by appointment, or from the roadside, for effective disposal.
  • Assists in maintaining the garbage-disposal truck.
  • Detects, identifies and reports improper equipment performance and makes necessary operational adjustments;
  • Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality customer service.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of:

  • Knowledge of proper lifting techniques when handling heavy objects
  • Experience working in hazardous materials and knowledge of proper waste disposal methods.

Ability to:

  • Endure tough working conditions.
  • Operate all routes in the City of Liberal
  • Clean equipment using appropriate materials.
  • Work independently in the performance of duties if required.
  • Work cooperatively with other City employees and the public.
  • Work safely without presenting a direct threat to the incumbent or others.

Work Environment:

  • Work in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to the elements.
  • Work under hazardous conditions where physical danger exists due to mechanical equipment (i.e., grinding, cutting, crushing, etc.).
  • Work in small cramped areas.
  • Climb ladders or steps to enter or exit an equipment cab.
  • Climb ladders or steps to reach objects.
  • Lift arms above shoulder level.
  • Work at heights greater than ten feet.
  • Travel across rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces.
  • Enter and exit the cab of a solid waste truck that is 3.5 feet off the ground.
  • Make fine, highly controlled muscular movements to adjust the position of a control mechanism (Example: operating levers or pedals).
  • Sit for long periods of time.
  • Move heavy objects (50 pounds or more) short distances (20 feet or less).
  • Move light objects (less than 20 pounds) long distances (more than 20 feet).
  • Bend or stoop repeatedly or continually over time.

Additional Requirements:

  • This classification requires the use of personal or City vehicles on City business. Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess a valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record. Pre-employment drug testing is required. Use of a personal vehicle for City business will be prohibited if the employee does not have personal insurance coverage.
  • Some positions will require the performance of other essential and marginal functions depending upon work location, assignment or shift.
  • This classification requires emergency callback response and on-call participation as a condition of employment.
  • Some positions will require the performance of other essential and marginal functions depending upon work location, assignment, or shift.

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

Completion of a departmental training course (certified by Department Director); or have a minimum of two years of experience operating trucks (two ton and over). Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.

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