About the Public Works Department

With more than 600 employees under its Solid Waste arm, Phoenix Public Works provides trash, recycling and other waste diversion services to more than 400,000 households. Our work culture is founded on delivering customer satisfaction, as well as continuously striving for efficiency in our operations. Our commitment to the Phoenix community is to create and promote a more sustainable Phoenix by providing waste diversion education, convenient and reliable diversion programs and to collaborate with organizations and businesses to develop a robust economy based on sustainability. ​

Public Works Updates

​​NEW: Bulk trash appointment scheduler now open!
A bulk trash equipment operator uses a tractor to place trash into a rear loader garbage truck.

The bulk trash program is changing to appointment-based collection. Quarterly collection by region will be replaced with appointment-based collection beginning September 30, 2024, but the scheduling portal for appointments is now open.

​Go to scheduling portal

Check out the placement guidelines for the appointment-based system.​​​​


New Program!

Logo with a blue recycle bin that says 'Master Recycler'

Become a Master Recycler and help Phoenix achieve zero waste by 2050. Learn effective ways to reduce waste, recycle correctly, and inspire eco-friendly habits in your community. Gain expert insights, participate in local events, and be a part of positive changes in your neighborhood.

Apply today!​ Send completed application to zerowaste@phoenix.gov.​​​​

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Public Works News

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Solid Waste A​​​pprenticeship program

More Info

Calendar of Events

​​Recycle Plus page

Statement of Commitment

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Contact Us

Public Works Department​​
602-262-6251
solid.waste@phoenix.gov​

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