Solid Waste Collection Worker (Curbside Collections - Southeast & Northeast)
Salary
$18.47 - $19.60 Hourly
Location
1318 SE LOOP 410, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78220, TX
Job Type
4A Full-Time
Job Number
2026-01188
Department
Solid Waste Management
Opening Date
07/23/2026
Closing Date
8/6/2026 11:59 PM Central
Grant Funded
No
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
- Description
- Benefits
- Questions
Job Summary
Under immediate supervision, is responsible for collection of commercial and residential refuse on assigned routes. Disposes of garbage, recyclables, brush and other materials at appropriate City disposal sites. Working conditions are primarily outside with frequent exposure to temperature extremes, dust; damp/wet surfaces, and high noise level. Exercises no supervision.
Work Location
- Southeast Service Center - 1318 SE Loop 410, San Antonio, TX 78220
- Northeast Service Center - 10303 Toolyard, San Antonio, TX 78233
Work Schedule
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 6:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Essential Job Functions
- Picks up, carries, and empties garbage cans, recycling bins and brush into trucks without damage to containers, which includes frequently lifting and carrying bins and materials weighing 40 pounds.
- Picks up debris and other refuse and places in proper collection vehicle.
- Returns garbage cans and recycling bins to their original location.
- Operates mechanism for loading and dumping into collection vehicle.
- Directs driver in backing truck at all times.
- Provides customer service by answering questions from the general public.
- Ensures that safety apparel is worn and safety practices and procedures are followed.
- Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.
Job Requirements
- Six (6) months of experience in the performance of manual labor.
- Valid Class C Texas Drivers License.
Applicant Information
- Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
- Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
- Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
- If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of safe work practices and procedures.
- Knowledge of proper lifting techniques and practices.
- Ability to learn to drive a large commercial vehicle.
- Ability to learn City streets.
- Ability to understand instructions.
- Ability to establish and maintain a cooperative working relationship with co-workers, supervisors and the general public.
- Ability to work in adverse weather conditions.
- Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods.
- Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.
Benefits Information
The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.
For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:
http://www.sanantonio.gov/hr/employee_information/benefits/index.asp
Note:
- Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
- Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.
Additional Information
The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.
If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is 210-207-8705 and our fax number is 210-207-2285.
01
Are you a current regular full time or part time CoSA employee?
- Yes - I am a Full Time City Employee.
- Yes - I am a Part Time City Employee.
- No - I am not a Full Time or Part Time City Employee.
02
Are you a San Antonio Ready to Work Program (SARTW) or Train for Jobs San Antonio Program (TfJSA) participant?
- Yes - SA Ready to Work Program
- Yes - Train for Jobs SA Program
- Yes - Both Programs
- No
03
Are you a veteran or active member of the armed forces?
04
What best describes your highest level of education at the end of the current semester?
- Some High School
- High School Diploma or GED recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency
- 30+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
- 60+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
- Associates Degree from an accredited college or university
- 90+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
- 120+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
- Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university
- Masters Degree from an accredited college or university
- PhD, JD, or other Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university
- None of the above
05
Do you have a valid Drivers License?
06
How many months of experience in the performance of manual labor do you have?
- None
- Six (6) months - 1 year
- 1 year
- 2 years
- 3 years
- 4 years
- 5 years or more
07
Describe a time when you exhibited teamwork in a professional setting. What was your role? What was the outcome? If you do not have this experience, please respond with N/A
08
I acknowledge that this position is considered to be a primary driving position and I will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing as defined in AD 4.3, Alcohol and Controlled Substance Testing and AD 4.8, Driver Safety Program. I further understand that the City of San Antonio has a zero-tolerance policy for which termination of employment will result for positive drug or alcohol test results.
09
I understand that if I have a need for a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment and interview process, I can contact the Human Resources Department at AskHR@sanantonio.gov or 210-207-8705. I further understand that if an accommodation is necessary to perform the position for which I have applied, I can contact HR after an offer has been extended.
Required Question
Employer City of San Antonio
Address Human Resources Department
San Antonio, Texas, 78205
Phone 210-207-8705
Website http://www.sanantonio.gov/HR/CareerCenter.aspx