Litter & Sanitation Technician

Overview

Litter & Sanitation Technician,

Job Description:

Participates in the Litter & Sanitation Services mission support program to enhance aesthetics of campus grounds and infrastructure through public sanitation and waste management. Represent yourself in a professional manner to the department, the community, and to outside groups.

• Perform litter collection, public sanitation, and waste management tasks in support of campus grounds and infrastructure.
• Maintain safety and professionalism in interactions with the department, community, and external groups.

• Basic knowledge of proper sanitation and waste management practices, including personal safety, litter collection, small power tool use, small hand-tool use, some hazardous material disposal, public health, pressure washing, and street sweeping.
• Basic knowledge of cleaning chemicals and their safe usage.
• Basic mechanical knowledge to recognize malfunctions of equipment.
• Basic knowledge of pressure washing and chemical use for sanitary purposes.
• Basic knowledge of seasonal services such as snow/ice removal, leaf collection, storm water mitigation, storm clean-up, and familiarity with equipment related to these services.
• Basic knowledge of vermin and insect activity with some knowledge of mitigation strategies.
• Basic knowledge of public litter collection and outdoor events.
• Basic skill in the operation of a variety of grounds maintenance related hand tools and equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to work in extreme heat or cold; to lift/move/carry 50 pounds many times per week.
• Demonstrated ability to read, write, and use a computer; demonstrated ability to work independently or with others.

• Valid driver's license and insurable driving record which must be maintained.
• Demonstrate the ability to acquire a valid Aerial Lift Operator's Certification within 1 year of employment.

Some experience in a horticulture related field of service.

• Basic Litter & Sanitation or Waste & Recycling collection and disposal.
• Prior experience using hand tools, cleaning chemicals, and operating pressure washers related to the cleaning of structures and infrastructure.
• Some experience using chainsaws.

• Some years of on-the-job and/or vocational training in Litter & Sanitation.
• VDACS Commercial Pesticide Applicator license in any category, and/or specifically in public health.
• Aerial Lift Operator's Certification.
• Some experience operating a street sweeper or refuse collection vacuum.
• OSHA training in general industry.
• Some experience working in a public or commercial campus setting.
• Some experience working with stormwater management, emergency response, and/or other types of weather-related response situations.

Support the mission of Old Dominion University by maintaining and enhancing the appearance and safety of its campus grounds through the provision of exceptional public service using teamwork, safe work practices, and a commitment to sustainable land management.

Salary commensurate with education and experience

Open Date: 01/23/2026
Close Date:
Open Until Filled

Special Instructions:
Please attach resume. Criminal Background Check:
The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.

Equity Statement:
It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (including hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex or gender, national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Division of Talent Management and Culture at .

We encourage individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter. For details, visit the DARS/DBVI portals or contact DARS at  or DBVI at .

The contractor will not discriminate against employees or applicants for discussing pay. Disclosures are allowed as described in the policy.