Solid Waste Technician

Solid Waste Technician

Salary

$18.62 Hourly

Location

Public Works

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2651145

Department

Solid Waste

Opening Date

10/20/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Job Summary

Under general supervision, maintains and repairs all solid waste transfer station buildings, perimeter fences, gates and landscaping and roll-off containers; fills in as a transfer station attendant as needed.

Education and Experience Requirements

• High School diploma or GED equivalent and three (3) years facilities maintenance experience.
• Valid State of New Mexico Drivers license or able to obtain within six (6) months of employment.
• Valid Refrigerant Recovery Certification or equivalent certification of HVAC or MVAC Technician Certification; or be able to obtain within six (6) months of employment.

Environmental Factors and Conditions/Physical Requirements

• Work is performed primarily in an outdoor environment; may be required to lift and carry items more than 50 pounds.
• May be exposed to dangerous machinery, potential physical harm, fumes and airborne particles and extreme weather conditions. Noise level is usually loud.
• Work schedule for this position may include working on religious holidays.
• Utilize, process, and navigate the County's electronic ERP system as necessary and appropriate based on the needs and requirements of this position.

Essential Job Functions

The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks.

• Maintains and repairs the compactors and containers at the transfer stations; replaces compactor unit pads; repairs and replaces containers, rollers, wires and winches.
• Steam-cleans the station hoppers; repaints as necessary.
• Maintains and repairs the fences and gates; replaces panels that have been damaged; repairs hinges and latches; ensures fences and gates provide security for the facility.
• Maintains and repairs the facilities and buildings at the transfer stations; performs general preventive maintenance; paints spaces as needed; installs shelves and doors.
• Prepares concrete forms as required; mixes and pours concrete for projects; finishes concrete.
• Maintains the grounds around the transfer stations; maintains and upgrades the landscaping; plants trees, flowers, and shrubs; maintains weed control at the transfer stations.
• Handle recovery efforts of refrigerants from refrigerators that are disposed of at the Transfer Stations, this includes removal and proper disposal.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

We offer a complete benefits package to eligible employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, life insurance, short-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

To learn more details, visit our benefits page. BENEFITS PAGE

01

Do you have three years of general maintenance experience?

• Yes
• No

02

If yes, please summarize this experience.

• Yes
• No

03

Please summarize your experience with facility maintenance and repair, and general landscaping.

04

This position will require work on weekends and holidays. Are you willing and able to work this type of schedule?

• Yes
• No

05

Please explain your experience with various hand and power tools, backhoes, mowers, weed-eaters, power sprayers, steam cleaners, etc.

06

Do you have a valid Refrigerant Recovery Certification or equivalent certification of HVAC or MVAC Technician Certification?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer County of San Juan (NM)

Address 100 S. Oliver Drive

Aztec, New Mexico, 87410

Phone 505-334-4522

Website http://www.sjcounty.net