The City of Buckhannon is accepting applications through August 17, 2026, for one full-time garbage truck collection helper in its Waste Collection Department.
The helper works the city’s residential and commercial collection routes alongside the truck operator — a physical, outdoors job that keeps Buckhannon’s weekly garbage pickup running in every season.
Job benefits and compensation:
- Hourly rate starting at $15.00 per hour, depending on a combination of education, skills and qualifications.
- Full City benefits, including insurance, retirement, sick time and vacation time.
- Annual work boot allowance.
- Work clothing provided.
Candidates must:
- Be 18 years of age or older.
- Driver must possess a valid WV driver license.
- Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Be in good physical condition. The job includes, but is not limited to, lifting up to 50 pounds as well as climbing.
- Be willing to work in all forms of inclement weather.
Eligible candidates will be subject to a background check and drug test.
Applications may be obtained at City Hall, 70 E. Main St., Buckhannon, WV, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., or by calling 304-472-1651. The deadline for applications is August 17, 2026.
The City of Buckhannon is an EEOC employer committed to the principle of equal opportunity for all qualified persons.
