Solid Waste Maintenance Worker
City of Yakima, WA, Yakima, WA
The City of Yakima, WA is hiring a Solid Waste Maintenance Worker to assist with special hauls and debris collection, with pay from $24.30 to $29.04 hourly. The employer marked this job as open to applicants with a criminal record. The role requires a valid driver's license, a CDL within nine months, and a First Aid/CPR certificate within six months.
What the posting says about criminal records
The employer marked this job as open to applicants with a criminal record.
Last checked Oct 16, 2026. Policies can change, so confirm with the employer before you apply.
Overview
This position supports solid waste collection by assisting drivers with special hauls and debris, and may involve operating heavy vehicles. It requires a high school diploma or GED and six months of related manual labor experience. The job offers a comprehensive benefits package and training opportunities with the City of Yakima.
Requirements
- Must be 18 years of age
- High school diploma or GED
- Six months construction, mechanical maintenance, or related manual labor experience
- Valid WA State Driver's License upon hire
- Obtain Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with A, B, or C endorsement within nine months
- Obtain First Aid/CPR Certificate within six months
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
- FREE healthcare clinic
- WA State PERS pension plan
- 2% contribution to a 457 deferred compensation plan
- Vacation starting at 7.67 hours/month
- Sick leave 8 hours/month
- Personal holiday 2 days
- Observed holiday 11 holidays
- Up to 5% bilingual/biliterate English/Spanish special pay
- Life Insurance
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
Job details
- Location
- Yakima, WA
- Pay
- $24.30 to $29.04 per hour
- Job type
- Full-time
- Industry
- Cleaning and Maintenance
- Posted
- Oct 2, 2026
- Drug test
- Not stated