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Recycling Technician/Landfill Operator

Gunnison, Colorado, United States · On-site

$24/hr–$27/hr

Mid level

Description Who We Are Gunnison County cherishes its sense of community and place. The County strives to preserve and promote the well-being of the County’s citizens, natural environment, and rural character. The County …

Skills: Equipment Operation, Recycling Processing, Landfill Maintenance, Construction, Equipment Repair

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Public Assistance Grant Supervisor

Gunnison, Colorado, United States · On-site

$33/hr–$38/hr

Senior

Description Who We Are Gunnison County cherishes its sense of community and place. The County strives to preserve and promote the well-being of the County’s citizens, natural environment, and rural character. The County …

Skills: Grant Administration, Program Management, Supervisory Leadership, Fiscal Stewardship, Strategic Planning

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Adult Protection Caseworker

Gunnison, Colorado, United States · On-site

$27/hr–$30/hr

Entry level

Description Who We Are Gunnison County cherishes its sense of community and place. The County strives to preserve and promote the well-being of the County’s citizens, natural environment, and rural character. The County …

Skills: Casework, Intake Services, Crisis Intervention, Human Behavioral Sciences, Patient Advocacy

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Youth Prevention Services Intern

Gunnison, Colorado, United States · On-site

$21/hr–$25/hr

Entry level

Description Who We Are Gunnison County cherishes its sense of community and place. The County strives to preserve and promote the well-being of the County’s citizens, natural environment, and rural character. The County …

Skills: Flagging, Culvert Cleaning, Fencing, Tree And Brush Removal, Sign Installation

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Title Administrator I

Gunnison, Colorado, United States · On-site

$28/hr–$32/hr

Entry level

Description Who We Are Gunnison County cherishes its sense of community and place. The County strives to preserve and promote the well-being of the County’s citizens, natural environment, and rural character. The County …

Skills: Property Research, Title Verification, Property Taxation, Deed Analysis, Clerical Administration

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Family Planning Nurse Practitioner/ Physician Assistant

Gunnison, Colorado, United States · On-site

$45/hr–$51/hr

Mid level

Description Who We Are Gunnison County cherishes its sense of community and place. The County strives to preserve and promote the well-being of the County’s citizens, natural environment, and rural character. The County …

Skills: Primary Health Care, Family Planning, Women's Wellness, Clinical Protocols, Patient Care

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Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional Airport Internship Program

Gunnison, Colorado, United States · On-site

Entry level

Description Who We Are Gunnison County cherishes its sense of community and place. The County strives to preserve and promote the well-being of the County’s citizens, natural environment, and rural character. The County …

Skills: Airport Management, Airport Operations, Microsoft Office, Computer Database Applications, Professional Writing

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Appraiser I

Gunnison, Colorado, United States · On-site

$28/hr–$32/hr

Entry level

Description Who We Are Gunnison County cherishes its sense of community and place. The County strives to preserve and promote the well-being of the County’s citizens, natural environment, and rural character. The County …

Skills: Real Property Appraisal, Data Analysis, Site Attribute Collection, Building Footprint Analysis, Ad Valorem Appraisal

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Recycling Technician/Landfill Operator

Gunnison County

Gunnison, Colorado, United States • On-site

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  • $24/hr–$27/hr
  • Full-time
  • high school
  • Employee Housing, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Vacation Leave, Sick Leave
  • Posted 4d ago
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

The role involves receiving, processing, and shipping products at the recycling center and operating light to heavy equipment for landfill maintenance. It also includes performing manual tasks and required maintenance on all equipment used.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and a valid Colorado driver's license. Required experience includes at least one year in recycling/solid waste and two years in construction, maintenance, or repair.

Full job description

Description

Who We Are

Gunnison County cherishes its sense of community and place. The County strives to preserve and promote the well-being of the County’s citizens, natural environment, and rural character. The County will deliver services and set standards that reflect its values and preserve the region’s unique quality of life for present and future generations to enjoy. Gunnison County is governed by an elected three member Board of County Commissioners serving four-year overlapping terms.

Perks of the Gunnison Valley

"The Gunnison Valley is famous for both summer and winter outdoor recreation. In summer, explore the two million acres of public lands by hiking and mountain biking. In winter, alpine skiing at Crested Butte Mountain Resort is unmatched. There are dozens of miles of scenic cross-country ski trails, too. You’ll find great restaurants, shopping, arts and events in the valley’s unique mountain towns" For more information on what the valley offers, visit the Gunnison & Crested Butte website here. 

Benefits

  • Housing is held for Gunnison County Employees and may be available for you to rent
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • Vacation Leave: based on years of service starting at 8 hours/month
  • Sick Leave: 8 hours for each month of service
  • 16 hours of personal leave
  • Dependent Care FSA
  • FSA and HSA
  • Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance 1x Annual Salary
  • Employer Paid Norton LifeLock Membership
  • Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance, including spouse and children
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Mandatory 401(a) 3% Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement.
  • 401(a) 3% Employer Contribution match
  • Voluntary 457(b) Pre-tax or After-tax Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement.
  • 457(b) Up to a 3% Employer Contribution match
  • Discounted Pet Insurance, and Gym Memberships

Job Summary

Recycling Technician

Performs a variety of routine and complex administrative, skilled, and technical, work receiving, processing, and shipping product received at the Gunnison County Recycling 

Center.

Landfill Operator

Operates a wide variety of light, medium, and limited heavy equipment used in the maintenance and construction at the Gunnison County Landfill. Also performs manual tasks associated with equipment operations and maintenance and construction. Performs operator required maintenance on all equipment used.

Pay Rate

The hourly pay range is from $24.19 to $27.54, depending on experience, plus full benefits.

The County pays monthly on the last week day of the month.

View the full job description here. 

Hiring Manager

Gunnison County Public Works

Phone: (970) 641-0044

Anticipated Job Posting Close Date

Open until filled.

Requirements

  • Must possess a valid Colorado driver’s license.
  • Must complete ICS 100 and ICS 700 within the first year of employment.
  • Willingness to take tetanus and hepatitis shots.
  • Valid Class B CDL preferred. 
  • Current flagging certification.
  • Willingness to participate in and complete certification for MSHA Part 46.

Qualifications/Education

  • Graduation from a high school or GED equivalent.
  • Minimum of one-year experience related to recycling or solid waste programs and Two (2) years of experience relating to construction, maintenance, or repair; or
  • Any equivalent combination of education and experience 

Related keywords

RecyclingSolid WasteLandfill OperationClass B CDLICS 100ICS 700MSHA Part 46Flagging CertificationHeavy EquipmentPublic WorksEnvironmental Services

About Gunnison County

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Industry
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Company size
201-500 employees
Founded
1877
Headquarters
Gunnison, CO
LinkedIn followers
524

Gunnison County was created on March 9, 1877 and was named for John Williams Gunnison. The population was 15,324 as of the 2010 census. The county seat is the City of Gunnison. Vision Statement: Gunnison County cherishes its sense of community and place. We strive to preserve and promote the well-being of the County's citizens, natural environment and rural character. We will deliver services and set standards that reflect our values and preserve our unique quality of life for present and future generations to enjoy.

Offices: 200 E. Virginia Ave., Gunnison, CO 81230, US · 221 N. Wisconsin St., Gunnison, CO 81230, US · 510 W. Bidwell Ave., Gunnison, CO 81230, US · 225 N. Pine St., Gunnison, CO 81230, US · 195 Basin Park Drive, Gunnison, CO 81230, US

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About Gunnison County

LinkedInVisit site
Industry
Government Administration
Company size
201-500 employees
Founded
1877
Headquarters
Gunnison, CO
LinkedIn followers
524

Gunnison County was created on March 9, 1877 and was named for John Williams Gunnison. The population was 15,324 as of the 2010 census. The county seat is the City of Gunnison. Vision Statement: Gunnison County cherishes its sense of community and place. We strive to preserve and promote the well-being of the County's citizens, natural environment and rural character. We will deliver services and set standards that reflect our values and preserve our unique quality of life for present and future generations to enjoy.

Offices: 200 E. Virginia Ave., Gunnison, CO 81230, US · 221 N. Wisconsin St., Gunnison, CO 81230, US · 510 W. Bidwell Ave., Gunnison, CO 81230, US · 225 N. Pine St., Gunnison, CO 81230, US · 195 Basin Park Drive, Gunnison, CO 81230, US

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