CDL-B Packer Operator – Public Works (Waste & Snow)

City of Santa Fe Springs; Saginaw (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision plan

MERS Hybrid Retirement Plan

Healthcare Savings Plan

Life insurance

13 Paid Holidays

PTO

Disability Benefits

Deferred Compensation Program

Tuition Reimbursement

EAP

Job summary

The City of Saginaw is seeking a Packer Truck Operator to collect yard waste, recyclables and other materials, and to operate heavy equipment for seasonal tasks such as street sweeping, snow removal, and salting icy roads.

The role includes varied shifts, overtime on scheduled workdays, weekends, holidays, and in emergencies. A valid Michigan CDL Class B with airbrakes is required, along with a high school diploma or GED and experience in outdoor physical labor.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent, required.
• Must possess and maintain a valid State of Michigan Commercial driver's license (CDL) Group B, with no restrictions (Airbrakes required) required.
• Related experience performing a variety of outside physical labor task is required.
• Previous experience with heavy duty vehicle driving and similar public works equipment preferred.
• Knowledge of the City's street system, with the ability to read and comprehend maps, diagrams, and follow schedules.
• Basic proficiency in data entry on handheld computerized devices.

Responsibilities

• Operate a packer truck, controlling mechanisms for loading, compressing, and dumping materials from either side of the truck.
• Follow assigned routes for the collection of yard waste, recyclables, and other materials. Transports to appropriate disposal facilities.
• Clean, monitor, and inspect packer truck daily for proper operation and safety.
• Communicate with office staff using two-way radio regarding materials collected, routes covered, and any incidents or violations encountered.
• Consult with supervisor on any route changes or hazardous driving conditions.
• Works at the City's Convenience station as scheduled one (1) Saturday shift per month.
• Operate trailer-mounted equipment such as crack filler, chipper, and air compressor.
• Assist in manual tasks such as snow shoveling and clearing debris post-street sweeping.
• Assists with snow removal and ice control spreading salt using on-ton mini dump.
• Assist with other duties as assigned, including brush pickup, basic labor, street maintenance, tree maintenance, tree trimming, and street sweeping

Skills

CDL Class B

Heavy machinery operation

Public works experience

Map reading/routes

Data entry handheld devices

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The City of Saginaw is seeking a Packer Truck Operator to collect yard waste, recyclables and other materials, and to operate heavy equipment for seasonal tasks such as street sweeping, snow removal, and salting icy roads.

The role includes varied shifts, overtime on scheduled workdays, weekends, holidays, and in emergencies. A valid Michigan CDL Class B with airbrakes is required, along with a high school diploma or GED and experience in outdoor physical labor.