Seasonal Landfill Laborer - Solid Waste

Seasonal Landfill Laborer - Solid Waste

Our Mission:

It is the mission of Kootenai County Government to provide professional service with regard to public safety, essential service, and preservation of natural resources and responsible management of public assets for the common well-being of our citizens.

APPLY ONLINE HERE

ATTACH COVER LETTER AND RESUME TO YOUR ONLINE APPLICATION

THE POSITION: The Seasonal Landfill Laborer performs a variety of duties including building and grounds maintenance, litter control and containment, assist with various construction projects, and other general labor activities. This position performs a variety of mechanical, operational and maintenance activities related to the Landfill and other sites operated by the Solid Waste Department.

• $18.00 per hour

• Public Employees Retirement System of Idaho (PERSI), is a public employer pension plan with five year vesting and payout for non-vested employees.

• Employee Assistance Program offering quick and easy access to highly qualified, licensed and experienced EAP clinicians with expertise in personal, marriage and family counseling, substance abuse and crisis support for 7 free visits, per issue, for each member of the household at no charge.

• Vendor Discounts, for Kootenai County employees throughout the community.

• On the Job Training, learning new job skills while enhancing your work experience.

• Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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DO YOU QUALIFY?

• Do you have a high school diploma or a general education degree (GED)?

• Do you possess or have the ability to obtain a Driver's License and are insurable and bondable?

• Possess or have the ability to obtain a valid First Aid card and CPR certification

• Must have reliable personal transportation to commute to any of the designated work sites.

THIS IS THE JOB FOR YOU IF:

• You have exceptional customer service skills and you enjoy working with the public.

• You have experience in maintaining grounds and facilities.

• You are experienced with light powered equipment (such as weed trimmers, sprayers, fire-extinguishers, power hand tools, chainsaws, etc.)

• You have experience operating and maintaining specialized equipment, which may include forklifts or be willing to learn.

• You are able to work some weekends.

• You enjoy working in outdoor facilities.

CONTACT US:

Human Resources (208) 446-1640

kcrecruit@kcgov.us

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OUR LOCATION: Located in beautiful northern Idaho, and home to approximately 180,000 residents, Kootenai County is surrounded by scenic mountains and more than twenty pristine lakes--an outdoor enthusiast's dream. The largest city and county seat is located in Coeur d'Alene and is on the majestic shores of Lake Coeur d'Alene. With a low crime rate, it is an ideal place to call home. Click here to learn more about living in Kootenai County.  

TO APPLY: Apply online at https://www.kcgov.us/356/Employment-Opportunities and ATTACH COVER LETTER AND RESUME to the online application.  Must successfully pass the County's pre-employment and subsequent drug tests.

EOE/Vets Preference/Drug Free Workplace