About the Department

ABOUT THE ROLE
We’re looking for a Solid Waste Operator to join our Public Works team. In this role, you’ll operate heavy-duty collection trucks, automated lifting devices, forklifts, and skid steers to collect and transport residential and commercial solid waste and recycling materials. You’ll perform inspections and basic maintenance on your assigned vehicle, while providing courteous and professional customer service to our residents. This position works outdoors year-round in all weather conditions, including sun, rain, wind, and snow. It reports to the Solid Waste Superintendent and the Solid Waste Operations Manager and does not exercise supervision over others.

ABOUT YOU
If you’re looking for a stable, hands-on career where your work directly impacts the community every day, this is the job for you. The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-minded, and enjoys working independently while still being part of a supportive team.

Position Duties

• Graduation from high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Valid Arizona Commercial Driver's License at a minimum level of Class B.
• Clean Motor Vehicle Record.
• Based on assignment, may be required to participate in and obtain NIMS (National Incident Management System) training certifications.
• Any combination of experience and training which demonstrates the knowledge and experience to perform the work.

Minimum Qualifications

Operate (60%): Safely drive and operate solid waste collection trucks and equipment to collect and transport refuse and recyclables across residential neighborhoods, alleys, and commercial areas.

Inspect & Maintain (20%): Conduct daily pre- and post-trip inspections, fuel, clean, and perform routine maintenance on vehicles; promptly report needed repairs.

Customer Service (10%): Provide professional, courteous service to residents and businesses, ensuring containers are fully emptied and areas are left clean.

Support (10%): Assist other drivers and crews as needed, respond to spills or emergencies, and participate in special assignments to meet service demands.

Other Qualifications

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics attached to the job description are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

COMMITTMENT TO SAFETY & WELLNESS
It is the policy of the City of Kingman to ensure a safe, healthful workplace for all its employees. It requires that every person in the organization assumes the responsibility of individual and organizational safety. Injury and illness losses from incidents are costly and preventable.  The City of Kingman will employ an effective accident and illness prevention program and a comprehensive wellness program that involves all its employees in the effort to eliminate workplace hazards and promote employee health and wellness. All employees are expected and encouraged to participate in safety and wellness program activities including the following: reporting hazards, unsafe work practices and accidents immediately to their supervisors or a safety committee representative; wearing required personal protective equipment; and participating in and supporting safety committee activities.  

DISCLAIMER
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the position changes.

BE PART OF SOMETHING GREAT - BUILD YOUR FUTURE IN KINGMAN
The City of Kingman is located in Mohave County approximately 100 miles southeast of Las Vegas and 195 miles northwest of Phoenix nestled between the beautiful Cerbat and Hualapai mountain ranges along historic Route 66. In 2019, Reader’s Digest named Kingman one of the “Nicest Places in Arizona” for its thoughtful residents and spirit of generosity. In addition to its small-town look and feel, the area also offers a wide range of recreational activities that include hiking, bike and ATV trails, camping, golf, beautiful parks, historical attractions, nearby lakes and the Colorado River.

With more than 400 full and part-time employees across 30 divisions, the City of Kingman provides exceptional public services to over 30,000 residents. Our focus on high-quality customer service, safety and teamwork underpins our efforts to foster an atmosphere where citizens and businesses can thrive.

For more information about the City of Kingman, please see our Open Finance Portal, Choose Kingman Economic Development page and our Go Kingman tourism page for more information.     

Benefits

FIND YOUR REWARDING CAREER WITH US!
Personal Growth Opportunities  ~  Meaningful and Challenging Work  ~  Public Service
Community Spirit  ~  Training and Development

2025-2026 Benefit Guide (PDF)

The City of Kingman is a 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025 Gallagher Best-in-Class employer. This award recognizes our commitment to supporting better employee wellbeing and building a resilient organizational culture. 

At the City of Kingman, we strive to provide a world-class work environment where employee well-being is a valued priority. Our benefits are thoughtfully designed to be competitive and affordable, allowing each person to take care of themselves and their loved ones. We also work hard to ensure that our employees are appropriately compensated and appreciated, while providing opportunities for professional development and career mobility.  

Health

• Excellent medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Telemedicine available at $0 cost-sharing through AZ Blue Telehealth for general medical and behavioral health.
• Flexible spending (FSA) or health savings accounts (HSA)
  • The City of Kingman offers a maximum allocation of $34.37 per pay period for individual coverage and up to $68.75 per pay period for family coverage towards the employee's Health Savings Account (HSA). Over the span of 24 pay periods, this totals a maximum of $825 for individual coverage and up to $1,650 for family coverage. Contributions are typically available approximately 5-7 business days after each pay date. 
• Employer-paid group basic life insurance coverage for employee and dependents on medical plan
  • Supplemental group insurance and third-party options available
• Personify Health, our comprehensive well-being platform designed to push you towards good health in mind, body and spirit
  • Participation incentives with up to $300 redeemable annually
• Work/Life support services through SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Six free counseling sessions annually.
• The Northwest Arizona Employee Benefit Trust (“NAEBT”), to which the City of Kingman is a member, posts it meeting Notices, Agendas and Minutes on the NAEBT website, which can be found at  www.naebt.org.

Leave

• 12 paid holidays, including a floating birthday holiday each year.
• 16-35 paid vacation days per year
  • 6.15 hrs. 1-5 years; 7.69 hrs. 5-10 yrs.; 9.23 hrs. 10-15 yrs.; 10.77 hrs. 15+ yrs.
  • Shift fire personnel accrue leave at 1/3 more per pay period. 

 

• 3.69 sick hours per pay period (approx. 9-12 sick days per year)
  • Shift fire personnel accrue leave at 1/3 more per pay period. 
  • Part-time/seasonal employees earn 1 hours of sick time for every 30 hours worked.
•  Other leave types available, including bereavement, military training, and jury duty.
• Leave donation program

Financial

• Tuition reimbursement up to $4,500 annually
• Shift differential pay (2nd & 3rd shift)
• Bonus Programs
• Skill-based, Certification & Bilingual Pay
• Clothing Allowance for Uniformed Personnel

Recognition & Appreciation

• Service Awards at 5 ($500), 10 ($1000), 15 ($1500), 20 ($2000)+ years of service
• Mission, Vision, Values (MVV) Excellence Awards
• Safety Awards
• Biannual All-Employee BBQ Lunch
• Annual Employee Pool Party

Retirement

• City matching to AZ State Retirement System & Long Term Disability (ASRS)
• Additional retirement solutions available through optional third-party on pre-tax basis, including 457-deferred compensation and Roth IRA.

 

Supplemental Questions

01

Describe your experience working in the Sanitation field including the types of equipment utilized and the type of work/tasks performed.

02

Should a full-time position, would you like to be contacted about full-time opportunities?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Agency Information

Employer

City of Kingman

Address

310 N 4th Street








Kingman, Arizona, 86401

Phone

928-753-5561

Website

http://www.cityofkingman.gov