Solid Waste Equipment Operator

Application Deadline: August 23, 2026 Salary Range: Min $22.88

• Mid $27.23
• Max $31.57 To view all salary ranges for the City of Peoria, please click here . Department: Public Works Minimum Requirements: Education: High school graduation or equivalency. Experience: At least 9-12 months of experience in a similar or related position. Physical Demands: This role requires heavy physical exertion and effort. Licenses and Certifications: A valid Arizona Class “B” Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is required at the time of hire. Depending on the assignment, a Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and/or Tanker and HazMAT endorsements may be required within 12 months of hire. Tell Me More….. Peoria's Public Works Department has an excellent opportunity for an Equipment Operator in the residential collection division. The ideal candidate for this position will have: Heavy equipment in the completion of assigned tasks such as excavating, trenching, street cleaning, and delivering refuse and recycling materials to the landfill. Various types of solid waste equipment, including front load, side load, rear load, and roll-off collection vehicles. An articulated tractor. List ALL Commercial Driving Experience On Resume And Application To view the full job description, work environment and physical demands, click here. Why Peoria? Recently voted the #1 place, to live, work and play, Peoria is a community you can be proud to work for. Take a look at the great benefits offered to eligible employees: Click here to view benefits offered. About Peoria The City of Peoria, AZ is a thriving city in the Northwest Valley that provides excellent municipal services to our community.

Recently named by AZ Big Media as the Best Place to Live, Work, and Play, we are committed to maintaining the level of service to our residents to sustain and enhance the lives and culture of Peoria. If you are passionate about providing excellent service through anticipating our community's needs, creating partnerships, promoting sustainability, and embracing diversity, then #Peoriaisthe.

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During the selection process, any applicant requiring accommodation for a disability should advise the human resources department at employment@peoriaaz.gov or 623-773-7100. An Equal Employment Opportunity Agency. Peoria es una Agencia de Igualdad de Oportunidad de Empleo.