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Sanitation Worker

Seattle, WA

Location

Seattle, WA

Category

Transportation

About This Role

Job Overview

This sanitation worker position is about keeping Seattle, WA clean and safe. You'll handle essential tasks that make a visible difference in the community every single day. It's physical, outdoor work where your effort has a direct impact.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Collect residential and commercial refuse and recyclables along designated routes.
  • Operate hydraulic lifting mechanisms on trucks to empty containers.
  • Perform basic daily maintenance checks on your assigned vehicle, like checking fluid levels and tire pressure.
  • Separate materials at transfer stations or recycling centers as required.
  • Follow all safety protocols for traffic, equipment use, and handling materials.
  • Report any issues with equipment or unsafe conditions to a supervisor promptly.

Requirements

  • A valid driver's license is mandatory; a commercial driver's license (CDL) is often a big plus.
  • You need to be physically capable of lifting 50+ pounds repeatedly throughout a shift.
  • Experience with driving larger vehicles or previous labor intensive work is helpful but not always required for entry level spots.
  • The ability to work reliably in all types of weather conditions common to Seattle, WA is non negotiable.
  • A good sense of route navigation and time management keeps the day on track.

What It's Like In This Role

You'll start early, often before sunrise, and work independently on a route while being part of a larger crew. The primary tool is the collection truck; you'll get trained on its controls and safety features. Days are structured but every route has its own rhythm depending on the neighborhood. It's a job where you see the results of your work immediately as you move through Seattle, WA.

Why You'll Like This Opportunity

The schedule typically leaves afternoons free. There's often clear overtime available if you want it. Many employers in this field offer steady hours and opportunities to train for different equipment or move into driver roles. You're learning skills that are always in demand in any city or town.

Schedule & Work Type

This is typically a full time, onsite position. Shifts are almost always early morning starts, Monday through Friday, with some weekend rotations possible depending on the specific employer in Seattle, WA. Part time or seasonal roles may also be available through our platform.

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Job Location

Seattle, WA