Waste Management Utility Worker I - 4‑Day Schedule (Denver)

City and County of Denver; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 2,763,000 - 4,147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lifelong pension

457B Retirement Plan

PTO + holidays

Medical, dental and vision plans

Job summary

City and County of Denver is hiring for a Utility Worker I in Solid Waste Management. The role involves lifting and emptying heavy containers, operating light equipment, and assisting with maintenance tasks across multiple campuses. Training precedes a four-day, 10-hour shift schedule with campus assignments that may change.

Good physical fitness and reliability are essential. Salary ranges from $20.06 to $30.10 per hour with full benefits including a pension, 457B, PTO, holidays, and medical

Qualifications

• Experience with solid waste collection or related labor tasks is preferred.
• Ability to work in varying weather conditions and environments.
• Familiarity with City of Denver streets and routes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with trash collection and operating basic equipment.
• Perform physical labor in construction, maintenance, and repair tasks.
• Support skilled trades with minor repairs and maintenance activities.
• Perform pre-trip inspections and ensure tools are cared for.
• Place and remove barricades and safety devices in work zones.
• Carry out seasonal duties such as snow/ice removal.

Skills

Solid waste collection

Weather resilience

Map literacy

Career progression mindset

Job description

City and County of Denver is hiring for a Utility Worker I in Solid Waste Management. The role involves lifting and emptying heavy containers, operating light equipment, and assisting with maintenance tasks across multiple campuses. Training precedes a four-day, 10-hour shift schedule with campus assignments that may change.

Good physical fitness and reliability are essential. Salary ranges from $20.06 to $30.10 per hour with full benefits including a pension, 457B, PTO, holidays, and medical