Lead Equipment Operator (Solid Waste)

City of Peoria; United States; On-site; USD 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Peoria in Arizona seeks an energetic, self-driven lead to join the Solid Waste Division and provide technical guidance to Equipment Operators. The role entails coordinating a range of advanced tasks, overseeing work assignments, and serving both internal teams and residents with exceptional customer service.

The position requires a High School diploma or equivalent and 2–4 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Education: High school graduation or equivalency.
• Experience: 2-4 years experience. Considerable previous experience required in the same or similar previous positions.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical advice and act as a lead to Equipment Operators.
• Duties include but are not limited to performing a wide variety of advanced and specialized duties, providing technical guidance, assigning and monitoring work, and assisting staff with complicated and difficult assignments.
• Provide customer service support to internal and external customers, as well as the citizens of the City of Peoria.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Application Deadline: September 13, 2026

Salary Range: Min $29.73 - Mid $33.26 - Max $36.79

Department: Public Works

Minimum Requirements

• Education: High school graduation or equivalency
• Experience: 2-4 years experience. Considerable previous experience required in the same or similar previous positions.

Physical Demands

Work requires heavy physical exertion and effort. Forces exerted are equivalent to lifting between 25 and 50 pounds.

Licenses and Certifications

Valid Arizona Class “A” Commercial Drivers License with additional endorsement and certification for assigned area of responsibility upon hire.

Tell me more…..

The City of Peoria 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 provide technical advice and act as a lead to Equipment Operators.

Duties include but are not limited to performing a wide variety of advanced and specialized duties, providing technical guidance, assigning and monitoring work, and assisting staff with complicated and difficult assignments.

The position will provide customer service support to internal and external customers, as well as the citizens of the City of Peoria.

Required Experience

• Previous Solid Waste experience
• Previous experience in a municipal setting
• Previous experience in a leadership role

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:

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!

Culture of Peoria

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We are PEORIA! Professional, Ethical, Open, Responsive, Innovative, Accountable

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 [e-mail] or 623-773-7100.

An Equal Employment Opportunity Agency.

Peoria es una Agencia de Igualdad de Oportunidad de Empleo.

The City of Peoria is a full-service municipality delivering exceptional services by anticipating needs, building partnerships, promoting sustainability, and embracing diversity.

Founded in 1886 and incorporated in 1954, Peoria has grown from a farming town into a thriving city of over 190,000 residents.

We’re proud of our history and excited about a future driven by innovation, growth, and connection.

Local government is more than a job; it’s a chance to make a difference.

Our mission is to foster a culture of productivity, improvement, and excellent service.

At Peoria, we value our employees and strive to create a workplace where everyone feels respected, safe, and supported.

Our P.E.O.R.I.A. values define how we serve: Professional Ethical Open Responsive Innovative Accountable

Join Peoria. Serve with purpose and ignite your future.

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