Residential Waste Collection Driver

City of Albuquerque; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 36,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Albuquerque is seeking a safety-conscious refuse collection worker for the Solid Waste Department. You will operate a side-load truck with PTO, load and haul trash, and assist with maintenance and repairs as needed.

You must have a CDL (Class A or B) preferred and complete COP within 6 months. The role involves field work, inspections, and working with heavy equipment in challenging conditions.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED; WorkKeys assessments may be required.
• CDL required or preferred; COP may be required within 6 months.
• Experience with PTO and related devices is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Pick up and haul garbage and refuse; operate PTO and engage hydraulic compactor.
• Load recyclables (newspaper, plastic, cardboard, metals) on routes.
• Perform routine maintenance and pre/post-trip inspections of equipment.
• Ensure safety practices and report equipment status to supervisor.
• Operate heavy equipment and transport refuse to landfill as needed.

Skills

Safe driving

Heavy equipment operation

Manual dexterity

Education

High School diploma or GED

WorkKeys assessments (WLD/GL)

CDL (Class A or B)

Tools

PTO operation

Hydraulic systems knowledge

Vehicle inspection

Job description

City of Albuquerque is seeking a safety-conscious refuse collection worker for the Solid Waste Department. You will operate a side-load truck with PTO, load and haul trash, and assist with maintenance and repairs as needed.

You must have a CDL (Class A or B) preferred and complete COP within 6 months. The role involves field work, inspections, and working with heavy equipment in challenging conditions.