Landfill Labor

Job Description:

Landfill Labor

Description

Overview

Join our team a s a Landfill Laborer and be part of something bigger!

In this role, you'll play a vital role in keeping our site safe, clean, and efficient. You'll direct on-site traffic, help protect the environment by screening waste for hazardous materials, and operate a variety of equipment including pickups, tractors, mowers, and vacuum trailers. From hand-picking litter to maintaining the shop, fences, and buildings, every day brings new challenges and opportunities. We’re more than just a job we’re a team that values hard work, safety, and growth. If you're looking for a hands-on role with room to advance, this is the place to build your future.

This position is scheduled from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday, and includes a rotating Saturday shift. Saturday coverage operates on a four-week rotation among four landfill laborers, so each employee is assigned to work one Saturday every four weeks.

To find out more about the Solid Waste Department visit https://www.larimer.gov/solidwaste.

Responsibilities

What you'll be doing:

• Guiding commercial and public vehicles safely through the landfill site, ensuring proper dumping locations are followed and minimizing traffic congestion.
• Visually inspecting loads to identify and remove hazardous, restricted, or prohibited materials before they reach the active face.
• Using equipment such as pickup trucks, tractors, mowers, vacuum trailers, and litter vacuums to support daily operations and site maintenance.
• Picking up scattered litter by hand or with tools to keep the landfill grounds, fencing, and surrounding areas clean and compliant with regulations.
• Assisting with general upkeep, including minor repairs, cleaning, and organizing tools and materials around the landfill facilities.
• Working in the diversion area to safely separate tires from rims using a tire machine for proper recycling and material recovery.
• Collecting and organizing scrap metal for transport to recycling facilities, ensuring proper separation and load safety.
• Inspecting the green waste drop-off zone to remove unacceptable materials (such as plastics or treated wood), keeping the area clean and contamination-free.
• Assisting with lifting and loading mattresses into trailers for off-site recycling, helping divert materials from the landfill and supporting sustainability goals.

To view the full job description, visit-https://www.larimer.gov/hr/careers/job-descriptions#/app/detail/Landfill_Worker_I.

What we're looking for:

• Stays alert and aware of surroundings in a high-traffic, heavy equipment environment to prevent accidents and ensure personal and public safety.
• Performs physically demanding tasks in all weather conditions, including walking, lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.
• Collaborates effectively with others, follows instructions, and communicates clearly with coworkers, equipment operators, and the public.
• Identifies prohibited or hazardous materials in waste loads and monitors for contamination in diversion areas.
• Operates light-duty vehicles and tools (e.g., tractors, mowers, vacuums) and demonstrates willingness to learn basic machinery such as tire removal equipment.
• Shows dependability, punctuality, and motivation to complete tasks consistently with quality and care.
• Accepts training, learns new skills, and handles a wide variety of tasks across landfill and diversion operations.

Qualifications

To move forward in the hiring process, candidates must meet the required minimum qualifications. That said, we encourage you to think about your unique background and skills before applying. People often underestimate how their experiences match up with a role’s needs. We encourage you to apply if you meet the minimum qualifications and believe your skills and perspective can add value to this position.

• One (1) year of experience in a directly related field or in the performance of similar duties and responsibilities required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills preferred.
• Possession of a valid Driver's License by date of hire required.

Benefits
Here’s what Larimer County offers for all Regular, Limited Term, and Appointed positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• FSA or HSA (depending on the medical plan)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Want to dive into the details? Check out Larimer County's Benefits. https://www.larimer.gov/hr/benefits.

Supplemental Information

We’re excited to share that big changes are underway! We’re currently building a brand-new waste diversion facility at our existing landfill, scheduled for completion in April 2026. In addition, a modern, state-of-the-art landfill is under construction north of Fort Collins and is expected to begin accepting waste in July 2026, when the current Taft Hill Road landfill reaches capacity. It’s a great time to join our team and be part of these major improvements to our solid waste system!

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.

All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.

Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.

For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available.

Larimer County offers the following for all Regular/Limited Term positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts / Health Savings Account
• Short and Long Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match.
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick and holidays.

Click here to view information on Larimer County's Benefits.

Closing Date/Time: 8/14/2025 11:59 PM Mountain

Salary:

$22.29 - $24.66 Hourly