Solid Waste Lead Worker - Department of Public Works

POSTING DATE: 5/22/2025
Salary Range: $48,246.00 - $54,490.00 Annually

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The city offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans. This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops. You can learn about our benefits here: https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits

Get to Know Us 

Welcome to the City of Baltimore! Experience the reward of a fulfilling career and enjoy the added element of excitement in a vibrant, diverse atmosphere. The City of Baltimore offers limitless opportunities to help drive social impact, both on the job and in the community, while serving its citizens. Join us in making Baltimore a great place to live and work. In the City of Baltimore, we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or interested in learning more, explore our opportunities and benefits plans. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team!
Job Summary:

CLASS DEFINITION

A Solid Waste Lead Worker reviews and participates in the solid waste collection, maintenance and special services operations of an assigned area. Work of this class involves leading solid waste drivers and workers, laborers, labor crew leaders and chauffeurs, but does not involve full supervisory duties or responsibilities.

Incumbents receive moderate supervision from a technical superior. Employees in this class work a conventional workweek including weekend hours on a rotating basis subject to evening, holiday call-back hours as required. Work is performed in the field where there may be exposure to inclement weather, poor driving conditions, dusty or muddy environs, noise, dust, traffic, heights, animal and insect bites and hazardous waste. Work requires moderate physical exertion including bending, stooping, climbing ladders, reaching and lifting heavy objects.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must:

EDUCATION: Have graduated from an accredited high school or possession of a GED certificate.
AND
EXPERIENCE: Have four years of experience in general labor work including one year of experience in such lead responsibilities as assigning, reviewing and approving the work of others.
OR
NOTE EQUIVALENCIES: Have an equivalent combination of education and experience. Non-lead experience may not be substituted for the required lead experience.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATES
Have a valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial driver’s license or an equivalent out-of-state driver’s license acceptable to the Office of Risk Management is required.

NOTE: MUST PROVIDE A COPY OF YOUR DRIVERS’ LICENSE AT TIME OF APPYING.  LEARNERS PERMITS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.

 **APPLICATION DEADLINE: Please submit your application no later than 12:00 AM on the closing date to be eligible for consideration. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
•    Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
•    Knowledge of collection routes and methods of collection.
•    Ability to assign and review the work of others.
•    Ability to communicate effectively with the public and remain calm and professional in dealing with irate citizens.
•    Ability to respond quickly and effectively in a crisis situation.
•    Ability to maintain records and write reports.

Additional Information 

Background Check  

                                     
NOTE: Those eligibles who are under final consideration for appointment class will be required to authorize the release of criminal conviction information.

Probation 

All people, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-month probation. 

Eligibility 

Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final.                                                             
Education Accreditation 

Applicants’ education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained at www.naces.org. 

Selection Process