Maintenance Worker I Trash Collection (Temp-To-Hire

Maintenance Worker I Trash Collection (Temp-To-Hire

Salary

$45,136.00 Annually

Location

Streets and Sanitation 609 West Industry Drive, Kingsport, TN

Job Type

Temporary / Seasonal

Job Number

2026-9-28

Department

Public Works

Division

Organic Refuse Collection

Opening Date

09/28/2026

Closing Date

10/5/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

• Description
• Benefits

Purpose

Performing a variety of manual tasks associated with trash collection. This is a temporary position with the potential to be hired full-time.

The City of Kingsport does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, sex, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations.

Essential Functions

• Collect and load trash/waste into rear-loading garbage truck along designated routes;
• Transport trash to the landfill;
• Unload and dump trash at the landfill;
• Operate City-owned vehicles and equipment and responsibly comply with all traffic laws, safety regulations, and city policies;
• Ensures all tasks are completed in a safe and efficient manner;
• Performs appropriate inspections and keeps equipment and vehicles clean and in safe working conditions;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently:
• Knowledge of the appropriate skilled trades associated with the assigned department;
• Knowledge of the operation, maintenance, and repair of relevant equipment;
• Skill in performing manual work requiring periods of extensive physical exertion and potential exposure to adverse weather conditions;
• Skill in reading schematics and following written instructions;
• Skill in communicating effectively orally and in writing, including tactful and courteous communications with the public;
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers, other city personnel, and the public.

Education and Experience

• High school graduate or GED equivalent;
• Experience working in a team environment;
• Valid driver's license.
• Must obtain a Commercial Drivers License permit, Class B or A, within the first 6 months of employment.

The City of Kingsport does not currently offer any benefits for Part-Time, Seasonal, or Temporary Employess.

Employer City of Kingsport

Address 415 Broad Street

Suite 319

Kingsport, Tennessee, 37660

Phone 423-229-9401 ext 4

423-224-2471

Website http://kingsporttn.gov