Sanitation Worker

Staunton City & Schools; Staunton (VA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

Job summary

Staunton City & Schools Public Works-Facilities in Staunton, Virginia is hiring a Sanitation Worker to collect recycling and refuse from homes and businesses. The role involves four 10-hour days (Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri) with occasional Saturdays and serving as back-up driver for trash and snow removal.

Candidates should be physically able to lift 40 pounds regularly and up to 70 pounds occasionally, endure all weather, and have strong work ethic.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift 40–70 pounds on a regular basis.
• Class B CDL highly desired.
• Able to work four 10-hour shifts and occasional Saturdays.

Responsibilities

• Collect recycling and refuse from residential homes and businesses.
• Serve as back-up driver for trash and snow removal.
• Work in all weather conditions and maintain strong work ethic.

Skills

CDL Class B

Physical stamina

Heavy lifting

Job description

Sanitation Worker

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This job is also posted in City of Staunton and Staunton City Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5852953
Application Deadline: Sep 08, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Jul 27, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

CITY OF STAUNTON

Sanitation Worker

The City of Staunton Public Works Department keeps our city shining. The Recycling and Refuse Division is now recruiting for a Sanitation Worker to join its team. Successful candidate has responsibility for collecting recycling and refuse materials from residential homes and business locations. Works four ten-hour days per week (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday), with an occasional Saturday shift. Serves as back-up driver for trash and snow removal. Must demonstrate strong character and work ethic, and be physically capable of the following: ride on the back of a refuse truck for extended periods of time, lift 40 pounds on a regular basis, up to 70 pounds occasionally, stand and walk for extended periods of time, and work in all weather conditions. Similar previous experience and Class B Commercial Drivers License (CDL) highly desired. Successful candidate also has the opportunity to advance to Sanitation Equipment Operator with attainment of Class B CDL resulting in an hourly rate increase. Hourly rate: $17.89(+) excellent benefits. This position is open until filled.

The City of Staunton is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and is fully committed to the principles and practices of equal employment.

Position Type: Full Time
Salary: $17.89 to $17.89 Per Hour
Job Categories:

Support Staff > Transportation

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jonathan Venn
• 116 W Beverley St
• Staunton, Virginia 24401
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]