Solid Waste Operational Coordinator

Application Deadline:

October 11, 2026

Salary Range:

Min $70,398.03 - Mid $87,293.11 - Max $104,188.18

To view all salary ranges for the City of Peoria, please click here.

Department:

Public Works

Minimum Requirements:

Education:

• Associate degree in any field or equivalent

Experience:

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in data collection, analysis and/or reporting.

• One (1) year of experience using Geographic Information System mapping software or working with automated vehicle locating systems.

• Requires a working knowledge of solid waste vehicles and equipment.

• An equivalent combination of related experience and education may be considered.

Physical Demands:

• Forces exerted are equivalent to lifting more than 50 pounds.

Licenses/Certifications/Special Requirements:

• Valid AZ Driver’s License upon hire.

PREFERRED/DESIRABLE QUALIFICATION(s):

• Class B Commercial Driver’s License.

• Experience in a municipal or government setting including operational budgeting.

• Experience in solid waste or environmental services including operation of equipment.

• Significant experience in solid waste collection, routing, education, and enforcement.

Tell me more......

The City is searching for an energetic, self-driven person to join the Solid Waste Division. This position will have direct contact with City staff across all departments and divisions, as well as residents, schools, and other municipalities and businesses. The purpose of this position is to support the mission of the Solid Waste Division using technology and experience-based techniques for analyzing data, problem solving, and discovery. The coordinator uses computer-assisted route and fleet management tools to achieve maximum efficiency and balance to collection routes. A large responsibility of this job function is to closely train operators to use the division’s in-truck technology and monitor their effectiveness. This position is also responsible for the analysis and development of productivity measurements to simplify and/or improve processes, offering data-backed suggestions to the manager.

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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 #PeoriaisthePlace for you!

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Application Process:

Applications will be accepted for current vacancies until the posted closing date, or until a sufficient number of applications have been received. Applicants will be notified of any next steps by email and/or phone. 

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.