Extra Help - Refuse Site Caretaker

TULARE COUNTY
Tulare, California United States  View Map
Posted: Oct 18, 2025
  • Salary: $17.71 - $21.59 Hourly USD Hourly
  • Salary Top:21
  • Full Time
  • Clerical and Administrative Support
  • Human and Social Services
  • Job Description

    Applications will be reviewed by Tulare County Human Resources & Development. As extra help positions become available, County departments with the job openings select the most qualified and appropriate applicant for the position available. The number of hours and duration of employment varies by each assignment. Extra help employees may work in a variety of County departments in locations throughout the geographic county area.

    Extra help employees may not work more than 1,559 hours in any fiscal year from July to June. An extra help employee who mistakenly works in excess of 1,559 hours in a fiscal year does not become a probationary or regular employee. Applications will be active for six months. If you are hired for extra help and you complete a work assignment and then you if you wish to be employed again, you must resubmit an Extra Help application online. There are no benefits associated with extra help positions. See regular job specification for complete job duties and requirements.

    Current vacancy is with the Solid Waste Department located at Woodville Landfill in Tulare.

    Typical Duties

    • 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 .

    Minimum 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.


    Additional Information

    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

    EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER



    Closing Date/Time: 11/1/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • County of Tulare - HR&D
    • County of Tulare - HR&D

    The mission of Tulare County Human Resources and Development is to attract, retain, and develop a highly skilled workforce. We provide a wide array of services to our department and agencies including training, payroll processing, employee/labor relations, employee records, wellness programs, and benefits administration. Our dedicated staff supports 20 County Departments and over 5,100 employees in more than 800 job classifications. 

    Tulare County employees enjoy generous benefits, including a choice of excellent health plans, vacation, paid time off and retirement packages. Working for Tulare County is like working with family. You are encouraged, supported and given flexibility to balance your work life and your private life. You'll have an opportunity to begin or enhance a meaningful career where what you do matters.

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