Utility Worker I - Solid Waste Management Job at City and County of Denver in De

Utility Worker I – Solid Waste Management

We are seeking a dedicated Utility Worker I for solid waste collection and hazardous waste removal services throughout the City and County of Denver. The position offers competitive pay, an employee‑benefits package, and opportunities for career advancement within the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DOTI).

What You’ll Do

• Lifts and empties heavy solid waste containers into disposal trucks, operates hydraulic compaction unit on city trash collection vehicles, and washes trucks as needed.
• Operates light‑weight equipment powered by small engines for maintenance, cleaning, and minor construction projects.
• Places and removes barricades, cones, and other traffic control and safety devices in and around work areas.
• Performs exterior maintenance duties including spading dirt, pruning shrubs, raking leaves, watering assigned areas, picking up litter, and clearing dumpster areas.
• Performs seasonal duties such as salting, sanding, and removal of ice and snow by hand.
• Conducts pre‑trip inspection of equipment to ensure fluid levels, leaks, condition of hoses and belts, tire pressure, brake lights, and other safety areas.
• Implements site safety protocols and follows all DOTI safety standards.

What You’ll Bring

• Experience with solid waste collection, dead animal collection, or related labor tasks.
• Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions and environments.
• Knowledge of Denver street networks and use of maps.
• Desire to promote to other positions within DOTI.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Education requirement: None
• Experience requirement: None

Competitive Pay and Benefits

Hourly rate: $20.00 – $23.00 based on experience and education. Full‑time employees receive a generous benefits package, including a guaranteed life‑long monthly pension, a 457B retirement plan, 140 hours of paid time off earned in the first year, 12 paid holidays, one personal holiday, one wellness day, and one volunteer day per year.

Application Process

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Submit your application as soon as possible to ensure consideration.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law. If you require language assistance, sign language interpretation, real‑time captioning, or disability‑related accommodations, please contact Jobs@Denvergov.org with a three‑business‑day notice.

Applicants for employment with the City and County of Denver must have valid work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the U.S.