Job Description

Posting number: 2026-01361

Department: Solid Waste Management

Job classification: APPRENTICE I

Posting type: Open

Categories: Fleet Services, Sanitation, Trades, Waste Management, Miscellaneous, Safety, Maintenance, Drivers

Summary

Under general supervision, is assigned to a City Department to develop a working knowledge of a targeted area in municipal government. Responsible for learning the skills necessary to perform jobs within their chosen career track. Work is performed independently in accordance with general instructions. Exercises no supervision.

This position is a temporary and "unclassified" position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.

Work Location

• Southwest Service Center - 6927 W. Commerce Southwest Service Center
• Southeast Service Center - 1318 SE Loop 410 Access Rd.
• Northeast Service Center - 10303 Toolyard
• Northwest Service Center - 6939 W Loop 1604 North

Work Schedule

6:30 AM - 4:30 PM (4 days a week/10 hours per day)

Examples of duties

• Learns chosen career track by observing and assisting professionals in the assigned department where work will be performed.
• May propose solutions to existing problems and discuss recommendations with administrative personnel.
• Assists with special projects as assigned.
• Operates assigned vehicle in a safe manner in accordance with all safety rules and traffic laws.
• Prepares vehicle for daily assignment by performing pre-trip inspections.
• Courteously responds to residents' inquiries about departmental services and programs.
• Collects all materials from assigned route with assistance from a licensed CDL holder; may require frequently lifting and carrying materials weighing up to or in excess of 50 pounds with assistance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency).
• Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.

Applicant Information

• Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
• Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
• Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
• If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

Supplemental information

• Knowledge of good customer relations practices.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Skill in observation and evaluation.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relations with the public and other employees.
• Ability to comprehend laws and regulations pertaining assigned career track.
• Ability to learn procedures related to assigned career track.
• Ability to clearly explain policies to the public and exercises tact and good judgement in dealings with the public.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
• Ability to coach, train and provide technical assistance to others.
• Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.
• CDL Driving, Mechanic, Maintenance, Animal Care, and Skilled Trades: Working conditions are inside and outside with frequent exposure to temperature variations, hazardous chemicals, noise, dirty environment, confining work space, and unfavorable odors.