Street & Sanitation Laborer

City of Frostburg (MD); Frostburg (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms provided

CDL cost covered

Full-time benefits

Job summary

The City of Frostburg is seeking a dependable Street & Sanitation Laborer to join our team. This entry-level role focuses on solid waste collection, assisting the driver, and supporting street and sewer maintenance within municipal public works. The position offers potential wage increases with CDL and additional city trainings.

The regular schedule is Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with occasional night, weekend, and holiday shifts; overtime is possible, especially during snow removal

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening.
• Ability to obtain CDL within six months; CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ride on the back/side of a waste collection truck along a route.
• Lift and empty trash bins (40–80+ lbs).
• Assist the driver with safe navigation and backing.
• Perform vehicle and equipment safety checks and report issues.
• Work outdoors in all weather; uniforms provided.
• Assist with snow removal and other street department tasks.

Skills

English communication

Stamina

Willing to learn

Education

HS diploma or GED

Job description

The City of Frostburg is seeking a dependable, hardworking Street & Sanitation Laborer to join our team. This is an excellent entry‑level opportunity for individuals interested in building a long‑term career in public works, with opportunities for professional development, and increased compensation.

The primary responsibility of this position is solid waste collection, including riding on the back of a garbage collection truck, collecting residential and commercial solid waste and yard waste, and assisting the driver with safe route navigation and backing maneuvers. While sanitation collection is the primary focus, this position also serves as an entry point to other roles and responsibilities within the City's Street Department. Additional duties include assisting with general maintenance and repair of streets, the sewer system, and stormwater infrastructure, as well as participating in snow removal operations.

Candidates must be eligible and able to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL), with the cost of obtaining the CDL covered by the City. Candidates who already possess a valid CDL are preferred. The position offers built‑in opportunities for wage increases upon obtaining a CDL and successfully completing additional City‑provided certifications and training programs. These opportunities allow motivated employees to expand their skills and increase their earning potential.

The regular work schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. However, availability for night, weekend, holiday, and on‑call work is required as operational needs arise. Additional opportunities to earn overtime pay or compensatory time are regularly available, particularly during snow removal operations, emergencies, and other departmental activities.

This position involves primarily outdoor work and regular exposure to varying weather conditions. Work is performed under the direction of the Street Department Supervisor.

For individuals seeking stable employment and a career path in municipal public works, this position offers an excellent place to start.

Primary Duties

• Ride on the back or side of a waste collection truck along a designated route. Typically, 3.5 days each week.
• Lift, empty, and return residential and commercial trash bins (frequently lifting 40 to 80+ lbs. continuously).
• Guide the driver safely when pulling into traffic or backing up.
• Perform vehicle and equipment safety checks and report maintenance issues.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions; rain, heat, cold, snow. (Appropriate gear supplied by the City of Frostburg.)
• Assist with special waste collections including monthly yard waste, and annual bulk & Christmas tree collections.

Other Duties

• Operate trucks and equipment of various sizes and weights.
• Perform ground maintenance, including mowing and weed trimming, on City‑owned properties.
• Assist with City tree trimming.
• Perform snow removal operations on City streets and parking areas.
• Perform general labor related to maintenance and construction activities, including loading and unloading heavy materials and equipment.
• Frequently lift and move materials weighing up to 80 pounds, repeatedly throughout the workday.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Street Department Supervisor.

• Education: HS diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Current Driver's License (any state) or equivalent.
• Ability to pass pre‑employment drug screening.
• Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License within the first six months. Current CDL holders preferred.
• Physical stamina to bend, reach, push, pull, climb, and lift heavy weights repeatedly throughout an 8- to 12‑hour shift.
• Able and willing to learn a variety of unskilled and skilled labor tasks for job progression.
• Ability to effectively communicate using written and oral English language.

• Uniforms are issued and provided by the City of Frostburg.
• Must be able and willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays when needed.
• Full‑time benefits are offered for this position. Please see Benefits tab at the top of the job posting for details.
• Employee will be expected to be on call during certain times of the year.
• The City of Frostburg is an equal opportunity employer. Interested parties of all races and genders are encouraged to apply.