Waste & Recycling Facility Operator | Benefits + Retirement

Cochise County; Benson (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Arizona State Retirement System

Job summary

Cochise County in Benson, AZ is seeking a Solid Waste Worker to operate and maintain a public solid waste collection and recycling facility. The role includes handling loads, processing recyclables, collecting fees, and maintaining records. A valid Arizona driver’s license is required and the position offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Openings close on November 11, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Pays $15.50–$16.50 hourly with MERIT-system benefits, including retirement in the Arizona State Retirement

Qualifications

• Experience in solid waste operations or related public works is preferred.
• Ability to perform basic math and maintain records.
• Ability to read, write and speak English and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain a public solid waste collection and recycling facility.
• Assist in dumping refuse and supervising loads for disposal.
• Maintain logs, issue receipts, and prepare simple reports.

Skills

Customer service experience

Basic math

Read/write English

Tools

Skid steer loaders

Job description

Cochise County in Benson, AZ is seeking a Solid Waste Worker to operate and maintain a public solid waste collection and recycling facility. The role includes handling loads, processing recyclables, collecting fees, and maintaining records. A valid Arizona driver’s license is required and the position offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Openings close on November 11, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Pays $15.50–$16.50 hourly with MERIT-system benefits, including retirement in the Arizona State Retirement