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Open nowPosted 23 days ago

Seasonal Yard Waste Collector

Olathe Kansas Police Department21 open roles

Pay
$21 an hour
Where
Public Works Operations
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13.5% of postings close within 7 days. Measured by our own scanner across the market. Olathe Kansas Police Department postings stay open a median of 15 days.

Share of postings closed within
  1. 2.3%1 day
  2. 4.6%3 days
  3. 13.5%7 days
  4. 21.8%14 days
  5. 36.6%30 days
  6. 58.9%60 days
This job: posted 23 days ago

Olathe Kansas Police Department median: 15 days open

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If you are a current City of Olathe employee, please click this link to apply through your Workday account.

Employment Type

Seasonal (Seasonal)

Job Summary

Join Our Team as a Seasonal Yard Waste Collector!

Hourly Rate: $20.50 Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. Duration: Up to six months

The City of Olathe is hiring a Seasonal Yard Waste Collector to support the manual collection of yard waste, recycling, and trash. This position works alongside collection crews operating rear-loader vehicles and helps provide essential services that keep Olathe clean, safe, and sustainable.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys active, hands-on work outdoors and wants steady seasonal employment without a long-term commitment.

Why Join Our Municipal Team for the Season?

Build Valuable Experience Gain public sector work experience that can strengthen your resume and support future employment opportunities.

Dependable Schedule Start at 6:30 a.m. each weekday with a consistent morning routine. End times may vary based on daily workload, and occasional overtime may be available.

Explore City Careers Learn more about City operations and gain exposure to future career opportunities with the City of Olathe.

Make a Community Impact See the immediate results of your work in neighborhoods across Olathe while supporting cleaner, more sustainable community services.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for dependable team members who:

  • Work well in a crew environment
  • Follow directions and safety procedures
  • Are ready for outdoor, physically active work
  • Take pride in serving the community

Whether you are a student seeking a structured seasonal job, a professional exploring a career change, or someone who enjoys hands-on work, this role offers meaningful seasonal employment with a direct impact on the Olathe community.

Seasonal Employment Information

Seasonal employees are hired for one season of the year to perform a seasonal function and may not work more than six months in a twelve-month period.

Seasonal employees receive legally required benefits, such as Social Security and workers’ compensation. Seasonal employees are not eligible for the City of Olathe’s health plan or other City benefits, including KPERS.

Apply today and help support a cleaner, more sustainable Olathe!

For more details, review the full job details and requirements below.

The Solid Waste Laborer performs the activities and operations of the assigned solid waste collection work group supporting the collection of residential, commercial, curbside recycling and bulky item refuse. Pickup of material may be by manual, semi-automated or automated methods.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assists with daily route assignments and transports refuse to the Solid Waste Transfer Station or approved disposal/recycling/composting facility as directed; uses a variety of work methods in the completion of collection work assignments which include manual, semi-automated, and automated methods based on assignment.
  • Prepares vehicle for daily operations by conducting a pre-operation inspection of the vehicle and equipment to evaluate proper working condition; cleans inside and outside of vehicle when needed; makes minor repairs and adjustments when required; coordinates with supervisor for proper maintenance to be performed.
  • Completes daily reports and related documentation and correspondence for all operations and activities within the area of responsibility.
  • Responsible for completing work in a manner that supports and is consistent with the safety culture of the division; ensure the adherence of safe work practices and procedures; ensures compliance with Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.
  • Cooperates with immediate supervisors to ensure customer service requests are resolved; responds to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provides information within the area of assignment; resolves complains in an efficient and timely manner.

Qualifications

Experience: One year of related work experience is preferred.

Education: A high school diploma or equivalent is required.

Licenses & Certifications: A valid driver's license and favorable driving record are required.

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