Job Information

Open to the Public, International Brotherhood of Teamsters (Local 959) members, and any current Municipal Employees.

This is a Seasonal position, which will last approximately six (6) months from the date of hire.

This offer of employment is subject to the provisions of the current agreement between the Municipality of Anchorage and the Teamsters, Local 959.

DEPARTMENT: Solid Waste Services (SWS)
HOURS OF WORK: Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
LOCATION: 1208 East 56th Avenue

Example of Duties

Provide support to commercial frontload refuse collections by positioning commercial refuse containers, serve as a spotter for vehicle maneuvering, operate a light duty vehicle for commercial and residential can/bag refuse service, perform bulk items collections, execute shop cleaning, assist with refuse container repairs, perform commercial and residential refuse collections as needed, and other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications / Substitutions / Preferences

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent and some experience in the performance of unskilled, heavy manual labor tasks. 

A valid State of Alaska Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with no airbrake restriction and satisfactory driving record is required at time of hire.  Applicants with a Restriction of "L-Vehicles Without Air Brake Systems Only" are not eligible. 

Employment is conditional based on a satisfactory drug screening

Satisfactory Background Check at the time of hire.