Job Code: 918
Posted On: June 9, 2026
Job Type: Full Time
Pay Rate: $35,660.00 annually
Department: Sanitation
Category: Skilled Labor
Shift: Day
Education: High School or GED
Background Investigation: Yes
AR Driver’s License: Yes
Drug Test Required: Yes
The City of Conway is accepting applications for a Collector I position within the Sanitation Department. This position plays a critical role in the operations of citywide sanitation services and supports curbside collections, industrial collections, and recycling operations. This position may include lifting and emptying heavy waste containers, cleaning and disinfecting vehicles, collection areas, and collection containers; roadside litter and debris collection; and assisting with multi-material sorting and processing within the material recovery facility. Employees are expected to maintain safety and professionalism in all aspects of daily work.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Collect curbside waste and/or recycling in a safe and efficient manner
Ensure spilled or dropped debris is properly cleaned up
Sort waste from recyclables according to department quality standards
Assist in keeping trucks, wash bays, work areas, and containers clean and sanitized
Assist in unloading processes at landfill and material recovery facilities
Maintain the safety of immediate work areas and surrounding areas
Communicate professionally and courteously with customers and the public
Refer customer questions or concerns to supervisors as appropriate
Collect roadside litter and debris as assigned
Maintain employee uniforms and required personal protective equipment
Perform other related duties as assigned
Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED required
Zero (0) to six (6) months of related experience and/or training preferred
Ability to read and understand simple instructions and correspondence
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations
Ability to follow multi-step instructions and standardized procedures
Must possess and maintain a valid Arkansas Driver’s License
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Must maintain regular attendance
Must be dependable, safety-conscious, and willing to work in various weather conditions
Working Conditions:
Indoor and outdoor work environments with potentially hazardous conditions
Frequent standing, walking, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and climbing
Frequent lifting and moving of heavy materials and containers
Exposure to weather conditions, loud environments, moving equipment, and airborne particles
Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds
The City of Conway is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital or veteran status, political status, disability status, or other legally protected status.
