Refuse Truck Operator - Residential Refuse

City-of-Savannah; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

Paid vacation and sick leave

12 paid holidays

Life insurance

Wellness programs

Job summary

The City of Savannah is hiring a Refuse Truck Operator for the Residential Refuse Division. You will operate refuse and related equipment on assigned routes, collect recyclables and bulk items, and ensure city streets remain clean.

You will also direct staff, maintain safety protocols, and complete daily logs and reports. Requires two years of heavy equipment operation experience or equivalent, plus a valid Class B CDL and a safety-first mindset.

Qualifications

• Two years of medium or heavy equipment operation experience or equivalent combination of education/experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state Class B CDL with acceptable driving history.
• Safety-sensitive and critical position.

Responsibilities

• Operates refuse collection trucks on assigned routes.
• Directs staff on vehicles and routes.
• Collects recyclables and bulk items while maintaining cleanliness of streets.
• Records carts not on curb and damaged carts; logs daily activities.
• Reports any vehicle or safety issues to supervisors.
• Completes daily reports and logs; performs end-of-day inspections.

Skills

Vehicle safety

Safety procedures

Geography knowledge

Prioritization

Oral communication

Written communication

Job description

We have the perfect opportunity for you as a Refuse Truck Operator with the City of Savannah Residential Refuse Division. As a Refuse Truck Operator, you will be responsible for the operation of a refuse collection truck, pan truck, dump truck and/or other assigned equipment.

We offer an excellent benefits package to include health, dental and vision, defined contribution plan (457b), life insurance, wellness programs, vacation, sick leave, 12 paid holidays, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement and more!

• Performs vehicle safety and operation checks before beginning route.
• Informs supervisors of any vehicle problems.
• Completes all pre-check forms.
• Drives a recycling truck on an assigned route.
• Directs staff on vehicles.
• Collects acceptable recyclables.
• Ensures that all carts are serviced and empty.
• Records carts not on curb; records damaged carts; records bulk item piles.
• Ensures that all litter routes are serviced maintaining the cleanliness of City streets, lanes & rights-of-way.
• Collect bulk items and special trash collections.
• Reports any violations of city codes to supervisor.
• Enforces safety regulations.
• Answers questions from customers.
• Collects animal carcasses.
• Contacts supervisor regarding injuries or accidents.
• Cleans and inspects vehicles at end of day.
• Completes daily reports and daily log.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Two (2) years of medium and/or heavy equipment operation and maintenance experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Must possess and maintain a valid state Class B Commercial driver's license with an acceptable driving history.

This is a safety sensitive and critical workforce position.

Work Hours: Varies

Work Location: 1809 W US Hwy 80

Additional Requirements

Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post offer/pre-employment medical screen; and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment.

• Knowledge of the safe and efficient operation of assigned refuse truck.
• Knowledge of department safety procedures.
• Knowledge of city streets and geography.
• Skill in establishing priorities and organizing work.
• Skill in the operation of refuse collection trucks.
• Skill in oral and written communication.