Laborer I/II

Prince George's County, Maryland; Upper Marlboro (MD); Presencial; USD 32 000 - 42 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Prince George’s County Government seeks an entry to full-performance level position performing unskilled, physically demanding manual labor. Work is supervised, and the role is designated essential under DoE Instruction 110.4.

Primary duties include bulky trash collection and related maintenance within the Department of the Environment. This role requires minimal formal education (six grades) with preferred possession of a driver’s license; interview dates are subject to change.

Qualificações

• Minimum: completion of six (6) school grades.
• Preferred: possession of a driver’s license.

Responsabilidades

• Perform manual work in the collection of bulky trash items and household refuse.
• Operates as a member of the Bulky Trash Collection crew under supervision.
• Operate light automotive equipment such as lift gates and compactors.
• Clean up and remove trash and debris from landfill property and roadways.
• Assist with household refuse collection and trash can handling as directed.
• Participate in Comprehensive Community Cleanups as assigned.
• Adhere to anti-scavenging policies and safety training requirements.

Formação académica

Six grades completed

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Come join our team!

Prince George’s County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County's residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George's County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life.

Nature and Variety of Work

Prince George’s County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County's residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George's County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life.

About The Position

This is an entry to full-performance level, manual labor position in the performance of unskilled tasks of a physically demanding nature. Work is performed with general supervision, either in a crew or alone. This position is designated “essential” in accordance with DoE Instruction 110.4.

About The Agency

The Department of the Environment works for a healthy, beautiful, and sustainable County through programs that provide clean water, flood control, recycling and waste management, litter prevention, sustainable animal management, and pet adoption in partnership with residents and other stakeholders. Some of our core services include providing clean water services (Stormwater Management Division); flooding prevention for buildings and structures (Flood Management and Environmental Resilience Division and Stormwater Management Division); collecting, processing, and diverting waste from the County-operated landfill, commercial facilities, and households (Sustainable Waste Management Division); providing sustainability services to reduce greenhouse gas emissions (Flood Management and Environmental Resilience Division); and facilitating pet adoptions, managing an animal holding facility, issuing pet licenses, investigating cruelty complaints, and conducting humane outreach and education events (Animal Services Division).

Examples of Work

• Performs manual work in the accomplishment of limited skilled duties related to collection of bulky trash items and household refuse.
• Works as a member of the Bulky Trash Collection crew under the direct supervision of Crew Supervisor II, loading and unloading large bulky and miscellaneous trash materials.
• Operates light automotive equipment such as the lift gate, compactor activator, etc.
• Cleans up and removes trash and other debris from the Landfill property and adjacent roadways under general supervision as assigned.
• When required, participate as a crew member in collecting household refuse, lifting, emptying and returning trash cans as directed by the supervisor.
• Participates and assists with Comprehensive Community Cleanups as assigned.
• Adheres to all Agency & County anti-scavenging policies.
• Washes or assists with the cleaning of the Bulky trucks.
• Adheres to/practices safe work habits in the performance of all assigned tasks.
• Completes annual safety training and/or examinations in accordance with MOSHA/OSHA safety requirements.
• Courteously responds to homeowner and/or the general public’s concern relative to removal of household refuse and/or bulky trash materials.
• Willingly and cooperatively performs tasks and duties assigned, which may not be specifically listed in the position description but is within the general occupational category and responsibility level typically associated with the class of work.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of six (6) school grades.

Preferred Qualifications

• Possession of driver’s license.

EACH APPLICATION MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION THAT CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.

Additional Information

The salary range listed in this announcement reflects the anticipated offer range for this position. Offers made within this range are based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

October 27-28, 2026 . Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details.

3500 Brown Station Rd, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774

Conditions of Employment

Upon selection, the candidate must (where applicable):

• Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
• Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties.
• Successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings, where applicable.
• Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee. Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.

ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED

Eligibility to Work

Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, an employer is required to hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to provide and verify authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S., only after an offer has been accepted and the Form I-9 is completed. For information on E-Verify, or if you believe the County has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or visit their website at dhs.gov/E-Verify.

INTERNAL APPLICANTS:

If you are a current Prince George's County Government employee and seeking a promotion, in accordance with Section 16-200 of the Personnel Law, you have the right to appeal a rejection rating within five (5) working days of receiving a rejection notice. Union employees should refer to their respective collective bargaining agreement and/or union representative for their grievance procedure.

Prince George's County Government is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace