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Posted: February 7, 2026 (4 days ago)

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Refuse Site Caretaker

County of Tulare

Solid Waste

Fresh

Location

Salary

$38,314.60 - $46,695.05

per year

Closes

February 13, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This job involves working at a refuse site to inspect waste materials, direct traffic for safe dumping, enforce rules, clean up debris, and maintain the grounds while reporting any issues.

It's an entry-level role in the solid waste department, ideal for someone reliable and customer-oriented who can handle outdoor work in a public-facing environment.

No prior experience is needed, just a high school education and basic skills in communication and safety.

Key Requirements

  • Equivalent to completion of the 12th grade
  • No prior experience required
  • Basic math skills for tasks like keeping time cards
  • Ability to communicate effectively with diverse people
  • Skill in operating office equipment including computers
  • Ability to read, understand, and follow instructions and rules
  • Ability to identify hazardous materials and work safely
  • Possession of or ability to obtain a valid California driver's license

Full Job Description

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This recruitment will establish an employment list to fill current and any future vacancies within the Solid Waste Department. The anticipated life of the employment list is six months. If interested in employment for this position for current or future vacancies, please submit an online application for consideration.

Current vacancy is with the Solid Waste Department located in Visalia and Woodville. The anticipated life of the list is six months.

Requirements

  • Inspect or reject refuse material.
  • Direct traffic for the safe dumping of refuse.
  • Enforce site regulations.
  • Clean up debris and maintain grounds.
  • Report unusual incidents.
For a full list of duties for this position, please click here.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications are used as a guide for establishing the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license which are required and equivalent to the following.


Education:

  • Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.

Experience:

  • None

Knowledge of:

  • Basic math sufficient to keep time cards.

Skill/Ability to:

  • Work and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles and behaviors of both clients and co-workers.
  • Operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment.
  • Read, understand and follow rules and instructions.
  • Deal with the public in a friendly and courteous manner when giving directions and answering questions.
  • Identify hazardous material and work safely.

License or Certificate:

  • Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license.


Additional Information

Conditions of Employment

Candidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.

Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions.

An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions. Some job classes may also require a physical exam.


College Cost Reduction Access Act

This may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA).

Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible.

For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan servicer or visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service


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Posted on NEOGOV: 2/7/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 2/8/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-tulare-5228712