Maintenance Worker II - Refuse
City of Iowa City, Iowa City, IA, United States
Maintenance Worker II - Refuse
Resource Management Division / Public Works Department
Application deadline: Monday, May 11, 2026
Visit www.icgov.org/jobs to apply online
Permanent full-time position available
Wage: $52,644.80 – $67,766.40 (starting wage contingent upon experience)
Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:00am – 3:00pm
Job Summary
Under immediate direction, operates solid waste and/or recycle or yard waste collection truck on all collection routes to collect solid waste, yard waste and recyclables. Performs routine maintenance to vehicle.
Minimum Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other
High school diploma or G.E.D. and one year of related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience driving a truck or related. Satisfactory driving record. Valid State of Iowa commercial driver’s license instruction permit upon first day in position. Valid State of Iowa Class B commercial driver’s license with air brake endorsement within 6 months of hire. Meet federal drug testing requirements. Requires a pre‑employment drug screen. Must be 18 years of age. Must pass criminal background check.
Preferred Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other
Associate’s degree from an accredited educational institution; or two years of related experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Entry‑level Driver Training (ELDT) for employees who need to obtain a required Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is provided by the City. Employees are provided paid time to complete ELDT and to take required CDL tests. Information on how to obtain an Iowa CDL including the CDL manual and practice test are available on Iowa Department of Transportation website.
Equal Employment Opportunity
It is the policy of the City of Iowa City to afford equal employment opportunities for all employees and potential City employees. Disability‑related accommodations can be requested at 319-356-5020 or jobs@iowa-city.org.
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Resource Management Division / Public Works Department
Application deadline: Monday, May 11, 2026
Visit www.icgov.org/jobs to apply online
Permanent full-time position available
Wage: $52,644.80 – $67,766.40 (starting wage contingent upon experience)
Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:00am – 3:00pm
Job Summary
Under immediate direction, operates solid waste and/or recycle or yard waste collection truck on all collection routes to collect solid waste, yard waste and recyclables. Performs routine maintenance to vehicle.
Minimum Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other
High school diploma or G.E.D. and one year of related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience driving a truck or related. Satisfactory driving record. Valid State of Iowa commercial driver’s license instruction permit upon first day in position. Valid State of Iowa Class B commercial driver’s license with air brake endorsement within 6 months of hire. Meet federal drug testing requirements. Requires a pre‑employment drug screen. Must be 18 years of age. Must pass criminal background check.
Preferred Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other
Associate’s degree from an accredited educational institution; or two years of related experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Entry‑level Driver Training (ELDT) for employees who need to obtain a required Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is provided by the City. Employees are provided paid time to complete ELDT and to take required CDL tests. Information on how to obtain an Iowa CDL including the CDL manual and practice test are available on Iowa Department of Transportation website.
Equal Employment Opportunity
It is the policy of the City of Iowa City to afford equal employment opportunities for all employees and potential City employees. Disability‑related accommodations can be requested at 319-356-5020 or jobs@iowa-city.org.
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