Sanitation Worker​/Driver

2025 SAN Sanitation Worker/Driver (10-17-2025 to 11-06-2025)

Job Title: 2025 SAN Sanitation Worker/Driver (10-17-2025 to 11-06-2025)
GR: 105 FLSA: Non-Exempt

Department: Public Works (Sanitation)
Division: General Services

Reports To: Sanitation Supervisor or Driver Approved: 10/17/2025 Job Code: SAN (7040)

Apply by 11/06/2025

The Sanitation Worker/Driver in the City of Salina's Public Works Department involves crucial duties that directly impact the Salina community. The role includes performing manual labor in refuse & recycling collection, operating medium & heavy equipment like refuse packers, & maintaining equipment for efficiency & safety. This role not only ensures a cleaner, sustainable environment but also supports community wellbeing, making it indispensable to Salina's everyday life.

This opportunity offers a dynamic work environment that is both challenging & rewarding, elevating the quality of life for all Salina residents.

Sanitation Driver, Sanitation Supervisor

On-the-job training for new Sanitation Worker/Drivers involves hands‑on programs led by experienced staff to build proficiency in operating equipment like refuse packers. Training includes troubleshooting equipment, safe practices, teamwork, & effective communication. Career advancement is supported through guidance for obtaining a Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). This training enhances skills for current roles & prepares employees for leadership, promoting a sustainable career in city government.

• Performs manual labor in the collection of refuse and/or recycling materials.
• Performs a variety of manual labor & semi-skilled work in refuse collection & disposal along with the collection of recycling materials.
• Operates medium equipment & heavy‑duty trucks including refuse packers & recycling trucks as a relief & fill‑in driver when assigned.
• Operates & maintains light & medium equipment including automated sideload (ASL) & semi‑automated rear load refuse/recycling trucks & other trucks over 27-ton capacity.
• Loads & hauls recycling materials & refuse on a route & for special pick‑ups.
• Makes special pick‑ups for discarded furniture & other refuse.
• Keeps track of time for billing customers.
• Dumps refuse carts; lifts heavy cans of refuse; makes repairs to refuse carts.
• Washes trucks; checks oil.
• Cleans inside of garage.
• Cleans inside of refuse containers.
• Performs minor repairs to equipment.
• Aids in emergency & storm related activities.
• Prepares minimal records of own activities; keeps track of time for billing customers.
• May act as lead worker of seasonal employees or regular helper.

• High school diploma or G.E.D.

• Two (2) years of experience in the operation of refuse packers or medium equipment in construction, maintenance, or related activities.

• Must possess a valid Kansas driver’s license at hire.
• Must possess a Kansas Class B commercial driver’s license (CDL) with air brake endorsements or obtain within one (1) year from the start date of employment.

The City of Salina will pay enrollment fees & pay hourly wages for employees to attend Class B CDL.

• Heavy, exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Works outside in possible adverse weather conditions.

• Sanitation packer truck, lifts, shovels, rakes, brooms, power washer & salt spreaders.

• Monday – Friday
• Shift begins at 7:00 a.m.

• $/hr.
• $43,/yr.
• Additional $1.50/hour paid for hours worked after 6:00 p.m. & before 6:00 a.m.

• 48 hours of vacation available upon hire; additional 48 hours earned during the year (96 hours in first year).
• 96 hours of sick leave during first year.

We consider applicants for all jobs without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, or familial status. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the Human Resources Department at .

For needed accommodations, please call  Office or  TDD Number between the hours of 8:00 a.m. & 5:00 p.m. Every effort will be made to accommodate known disabilities. For material or speech access, please call at least 5 working days prior to the event.

City of Salina Human Resources Department
City/County Building
300 W. Ash Street, Room 200
Salina, KS 67401