Residential Collections Driver

Solid Waste Management; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Solid Waste Management in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a safety‑minded refuse collection driver. The role operates a side load truck with PTO, performs pre‑trip inspections and routine maintenance, and ensures efficient pickup of residential refuse and recyclables along assigned routes.

Applicants should have at least one year of CDL driving experience and may possess a CDL class A or B, plus WorkKeys assessments if no diploma.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED or WorkKeys assessments completed.
• One year of driving experience with CDL preferred.
• Experience with Power Take Off (PTO) and ancillary devices preferred.
• Coursework in automotive/transportation/truck driving preferred.
• WorkKeys: Workplace Documents Level 3; Graphic Literacy Level 3.

Responsibilities

• Pick up and haul garbage and refuse using a side load truck; operate PTO and hydraulic compactor; assist unloading at landfill.
• Assume responsibility for assigned residential refuse collection and recycling routes.
• Perform daily routine maintenance on equipment and conduct pre-trip, trip and post-trip inspections.
• Confer with supervisor on basic operational decisions; make supplementary decisions to perform duties.
• Assist in maintenance of refuse containers and ensure safe work practices.

Skills

Driving experience

PTO operation familiarity

Education

High School diploma or GED

CDL (Class A or B) preferred

Tools

COP (City Operator's Permit)

Job description

Perform refuse collection and transport duties and activities utilizing a side load truck utilizing a Power Take Off (PTO) and ancillary devices; maintain assigned collection equipment and perform a variety of other related duties in support of the Solid Waste Department.

This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Pick up and haul garbage and refuse; empty refuse containers into garbage compactor truck, sweep and load spillage; activate controls with a Power Take Off (PTO) that operate ancillary devices and engage hydraulic compactor to compact refuse and assist with unloading of refuse truck at landfill; receive instructions in operation of compaction truck.
2. Assume responsibility for assigned residential refuse collection and recycling routes; pick up and load a variety of recyclables including newspaper, plastic, cardboard and various metals.
3. Perform daily routine maintenance on assigned equipment and assist with repairs as necessary; perform pre-trip, trip and post-trip inspection.
4. Confer with supervisor regarding basic operational decisions; make supplementary decisions necessary to perform assigned duties.
5. Assist in the maintenance and repair of refuse containers and roll-off boxes.
6. Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures.
7. Submit periodic work activity and equipment status reports to higher-level supervisory personnel.
8. Operate a variety of heavy equipment and machinery, hydraulic-lift systems; transport refuse via a tractor trailer.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Perform a variety of general maintenance work as needed; pick up any debris too large for compactor trucks.
2. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

High School diploma or GED or successful completion of two (2) WorkKeys® Skills Assessments (listed below); and

One (1) year of driving experience which requires the possession of a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) preferred.

Experience/familiarity with a Power Take Off (PTO) and ancillary devices and its functions preferred.

Coursework in automotive technology, transportation technology or truck driving preferred.

If applicant does not possess a valid High School diploma or GED WorkKeys® skills assessments must be successfully completed by the prospective candidate in order to apply for this position. Workkeys® assessment scores needed for this position are as follows:

• Workplace Documents with a minimum score of Level 3
• Graphic Literacy with a minimum score of Level 3

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a valid New Mexico Commercial Driver's License (CDL); class A or B.

Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.

Trainees must successfully complete both classroom and OJT instruction for refuse collection service.

Environmental:

Field and landfill environment; travel from site to site; work around heavy equipment; exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, gases, potentially hazardous chemicals, waste and infectious materials; inclement weather conditions.

Physical:

Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for moderate to heavy lifting; walking, standing and sitting for prolonged periods; operating motorized equipment and vehicles; and general manual dexterity.