PUBLIC WORKS - Sanitation Collection Driver

City of Nacogdoches; Nacogdoches (TX); Presencial; USD 36.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

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Descripción de la vacante

The City of Nacogdoches is hiring a Sanitation Collection Driver to operate solid waste trucks and keep our community clean and safe.

You will drive various trucks (Front-Load, Side-Load, Roll-Off) and collect residential and commercial waste, yard waste, and recyclables. This on-site role requires a valid CDL-B, a high school diploma or GED, and 2+ years of driving experience. You may lead on routes and assist with basic vehicle checks.

Formación

• Valid Class B Texas CDL license.
• 2+ years of truck driving and equipment operation.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather.
• Experience with waste collection preferred.
• Knowledge of route optimization via mobile devices.

Responsabilidades

• Drive and operate solid waste collection trucks on designated routes.
• Safely collect and dispose of garbage, yard waste, refuse and recyclables.
• Serve as a working lead on routes, guiding crew members in pickup and disposal procedures.
• Perform routine vehicle inspections and minor maintenance.
• Support recycling efforts using forklifts and skid steers as needed.

Conocimientos

Safe driving

Communication

Outdoors work

Mobile tech use

Educación

High School Diploma or GED

Descripción del empleo

Now Hiring: Sanitation Collection Driver

Are you a skilled driver looking for a stable, rewarding role where you can make a real difference each day?

The City of Nacogdoches is seeking a dependable and dedicated Sanitation Collection Driver to operate solid waste trucks and keep our city clean and safe.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive and operate solid waste collection trucks (including Front-Load Commercial, Residential Side-Load, Roll-Off and Rear-Load Packer trucks) along designated routes.
• Safely collect and dispose of residential and commercial garbage, yard waste, refuse and recycable materials.
• Serve as a working lead on assigned routes, guiding crew members in proper pickup and disposal procedures.
• Perform routine vehicle inspections and minor maintenance (check fluids, tire pressure) to ensure equipment safety.
• Support city recycling efforts using equipment like forklifts and skid steers as needed.

Qualifications:

• A valid Class B Texas Commercial Driver's license (CDL). (Additional certification pay up to $160.00 per month depending on class and endorsements)
• High school diploma / GED and at least t wo (2) or more years of truck driving and equipment operation experience.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, work comfortably outdoors and in all weather conditions.
• Previous waste collection and heavy truck driving experience preferred.
• Knowledge of safe driving practices, mobile technology (iPads/tablets) for route optimization and strong communication skills.

Drive your career forward and help keep Nacogdoches Clean.................