Landfill Laborer
Salary
$43,160.00 - $58,156.80 Annually
Location
Orange County
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
3505OS-0626-299 (O)
Department
OC Waste & Recycling
Opening Date
06/16/2026
Closing Date
6/29/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
CAREER DESCRIPTION
LANDFILL LABORER
Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidates qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
This recruitment will establish an open eligible list that will be used to fill current and future Landfill Laborer positions. The eligible list will be used to fill current and/or future Landfill Laborer positions within OC Waste & Recycling.
DEADLINE TO APPLY
This recruitment will be open for a minimum of five (5) business days and will close on
Monday, June 29, 2026, at 11:59 PM (PST).
OC WASTE & RECYCLING
OC Waste & Recycling (OCWR) is an organization dedicated to providing waste management services, protecting the environment, and promoting recycling in order to ensure a safe and healthy community for current and future generations. OCWR operates three active regional landfills, four household hazardous waste collection centers, monitors 20 closed landfills, and administers municipal solid waste collection, recycling and planning for County unincorporated areas. OCWR is a nationally renowned waste management department responsible for a network of sanitary landfills. The Department is committed to its exceptional record of regulatory compliance and excellence.
For more information on the County of Orange click here.
Click on the video link below to learn more about the Landfill Laborer position
https://vimeo.com/manage/videos/797420486
THE OPPORTUNITY
OCWR is seeking enthusiastic and highly motivated individuals who demonstrate initiative and maintain a positive attitude. Ideal candidates will communicate professionally, work cooperatively with co-workers, supervisors, contractors, and the public, and actively promote safety awareness for themselves and others. Landfill Laborers perform routine unskilled heavy manual labor as members of a work crew.
The job duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
Landfill Laborers may be assigned to any of the of the Countys three active Regional Landfills located in Brea, Irvine, San Juan Capistrano or to a closed landfill facility.
The incumbent will work one of the following 4/10 shifts:
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES
Although highly desirable but not required, the ideal candidate will possess some experience in one or more of the following areas:
In addition, the ideal candidate will demonstrate and possess knowledge and experience in most of the following core competencies.
Technical Expertise
Safety Savvy
Interpersonal Skills (Teamwork / Customer Service)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Click here for details on this classification, including the physical, mental, environmental and working conditions.
REQUIRED LICENSE
Possession of a California Class C Driver License is Required.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Human Resource Services (HRS) will screen all application materials for minimum and desirable qualifications. After screening, candidates who meet the qualifications will be referred to the next step in the recruitment process. All candidates will be notified via email of their status in the process.
Application Screening (Refer/Non-Refer)
Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those applications exhibiting qualifications as listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step.
Online Examination | Multiple Choice Test (Weighted 100%): A skills assessment will be conducted to evaluate the applicants knowledge and experience as it relates to the job, as well as their interpersonal skills including their ability to follow written instructions, customer service, and ability to build and maintain effective working relationships. Only the most successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list.
Eligible List
Once the online assessment has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.
Based on the Departments needs, the recruitment procedures listed above may be modified. Candidates will be notified of any changes in the recruitment procedures.
Veterans Employment Preference Policy (VEPP)
The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
EMAIL NOTIFICATION
Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.
NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply.
Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com," "ocgov.com," and "ocwr.ocgov.com" If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions.
For specific information pertaining to this recruitment please contact Cindy Silva 714-834-2270 or by email at cynthia.silva@ocwr.ocgov.com
EEO INFORMATION
Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Non-Management Benefits
In addition to the Countys standard suite of benefits, such as a variety of health plan options, annual leave and paid holidays--we also offer an excellent array of benefits such as a Health Care Reimbursement Account, 457 Defined Contribution Plan and Annual Education and Professional Reimbursement. Employees are provided a Retirement Plan through the Orange County Employees Retirement System (OCERS).
Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits.
http://www.ocers.org/active-member-information
Click here for information about benefits offered to County of Orange employees.
01
Please select the option below that best describes your experience as it relates to the job qualifications:
02
In reference to Question #1, please describe your experience working in open spaces or facilities. In your response, include the name of your employer(s), length of employment, and a summary of your duties and responsibilities. If you do not have this experience, please write "N/A". Responses such as "see resume" or "see application" will not be accepted.
03
Some positions require work on weekends and/or holidays. Employees may be scheduled to work one or both weekend days (Saturday and/or Sunday) as part of a four (4) ten (10) hour day workweek. The questions below are for informational purposes only and will not be used for evaluation. Are you willing and able to work weekends and/or holidays?
04
Are you willing and able to work a four (4) day work week consisting of ten (10) hours per day?
05
Are you willing and able to accept an Extra Help position (a temporary assignment of up to 6-months with limited benefits)?
06
Please select the area(s) in which you have knowledge and/or experience. It is not necessary to have knowledge or experience in all areas.
07
Describe your knowledge and/or experience in the area(s) you selected in question #6 above.
08
Please select the County Landfill(s) where you are interested in working. Please note: Your preference will be taken into consideration. However, based on business needs and experience you may be selected for a different landfill. You may select more than one Please note: Your preference will be taken into consideration. However, based on business needs and experience you may be selected for a different landfill. You may select more than one
09
Do you have experience performing outdoor work in all weather conditions consistent with the duties described in this job bulletin and in the Landfill Laborer classification?
10
Possession of a valid California Drivers License, Class C or higher is required, which must be maintained throughout employment. Do you currently possess or have the ability to obtain a valid California Drivers License Class C by date of appointment? (If you possess a Class C license, please scan and attach a copy of the license to your application for consideration.)
Required Question
Employer County of Orange
Address 400 W CIVIC CENTER DRIVE
Santa Ana, California, 92701
Phone 714-834-2555
Website https://hrs.oc.gov