NEOGOV · 2 months ago
Residential Solid Waste Helper
Mesquite, TX
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$17.75/hr - $18/hr
0+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Residential Solid Waste Helper to safely collect residential refuse throughout the City of Mesquite. This role involves driving a large commercial truck as part of a two-man collection crew and performing maintenance on the vehicle.
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Responsibilities
All behaviors comply with the Code of Conduct & Rules of Behavior outlined in chapter 8 of the General Government Policies and Procedures Manual
Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in city and department attendance policies and procedures
Drive to and from destinations as assigned by Supervisor
Operate large residential refuse collection vehicles (requiring a Commercial License) throughout the City to collect City refuse
Must be able to take instruction, direction, and supervision from the Solid Waste Crew Chief
Operate heavy-duty hydraulic systems and controls on truck to successfully complete daily duties and tasks
Perform maintenance and repair tasks on truck issued each day; grease and lubricate all moving parts; check and replace any necessary fluid
Deliver collection vehicles to the transfer station
Complete daily duties in allotted time and in a safe manner
Assigned route must be kept clean and maintained to meet Division Standards
Provide assistance and support to all department programs which effect solid waste collection
Pick up and dispose of residential waste as required throughout the City of Mesquite
Pick up large items to be disposed of such as furniture
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance
No experience is required; however, continuous heavy lifting will be required while performing the three-hour on-the-job assessment if chosen to continue in the selection process
Must have a valid Class-C driver's license
Must be able to possess a valid Class-B CDL with an air brake endorsement before the end of your six-month probationary period
Failure to obtain a Class-B CDL driver's license with an air brake endorsement within six months of employment will result in non-disciplinary termination
Benefits
High Deductible Medical Plan
HMO Dental Plan
Vision Plan
Life Insurance
HSA
High Deductible
HMO
PPO
EPO Medical Plans
Mesquite Employee Health Center (MEHC) clinic and pharmacy
Managed plan (DHMO)
Indemnity plan (DPPO)
Enhanced indemnity plan (DPPO Enhanced)
Free Vision Insurance
Supplemental Life
AD&D Insurance
Cancer Insurance
Long-Term Disability
Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)
Social Security
Tax Saver Program (Section 125 Flexible Spending Account)
Deferred Compensation Plans
Direct Deposit
Paid Holidays
Paid Vacation
Sick Leave
Personal Leave
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
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CEO
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