Solid Waste Collector-Public Works

City of Bowie; Bowie (MD); On-site; USD 57,859,000 - 61,992,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

457 savings plans

Task work available

Job summary

The City of Bowie is seeking a Collector for the Solid Waste Team to collect residential refuse and recyclables on assigned routes as part of a small crew.

This 40-hour-per-week role requires heavy manual work, including loading, compacting, sorting and dumping operations, and will require working in all weather conditions to ensure timely service.

Strong attendance and teamwork are essential, and a high school diploma or equivalent is required for consideration.

Qualifications

• Experience with heavy manual labor.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Collect residential refuse and recycling on assigned routes as part of a small crew.
• Operate mechanisms for loading, compacting, sorting and dumping refuse and recyclables.
• Work a 40-hour week with hours depending on task completion and weather conditions.

Skills

Heavy manual labor

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Attendance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The City of Bowie is seeking committed, hardworking, and motivated individuals to join our Solid Waste Team in the position of Collector. This position includes working as part of a small crew in the collection of residential refuse and/or recycling on assigned routes. This position requires heavy manual work, assisting in the collection of special pickup items, as well as operating mechanisms for loading, compacting, sorting and dumping refuse and recyclables. This is a 40-hour per week position, however actual work hours are typically based on the time needed to complete assigned tasks.

Additional requirements include:

• Desire/ability to work in a physically strenuous environment, which includes repetitive lifting up to 50 lbs., and walking for long periods.
• Willingness to work in all weather
• Ability to work well within a team
• Ability to develop and maintain an excellent work attendance

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with heavy manual
• High school diploma or equivalent is

RATE OF PAY

$20.55 PER HOUR

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• Excellent medical, dental, vision, life and long-term care insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• 457 savings plans
• Task work is available for this position

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Friday, September 11, 2026

A proud Equal Opportunity Employer, the City of Bowie is committed to providing a fair and inclusive work environment where all employees are valued and respected. This commitment is a vital part of the City’s organizational culture and values.