Route Driver I 2026-03186

City of Fayetteville, Arkansas; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Fayetteville is hiring for a sanitation driver who will operate department trucks to collect trash and recycling on designated routes, perform inspections, and maintain safety while handling equipment. This role requires a Class B CDL within 90 days and the ability to learn GPS/time-tracking tools.

The position includes a 10-hour workday with outdoor duties in various weather conditions and regular radio communication to coordinate pickups and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain Class B CDL within 90 days.
• Good written and spoken communication skills.
• Must learn GPS/time clock technology quickly.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 pounds and operate heavy vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre and post trip inspections daily.
• Operate trucks to collect trash and recycling on assigned routes.
• Sort and separate recyclable materials.
• Keep vehicles clean and perform minor field repairs.
• Work a 10 hour day on average.
• Communicate via radio as needed; maintain safety procedures.
• Ensure trucks are fueled daily and fuel use recorded.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Operate heavy equipment

GPS/time clocks familiarity

Radio communication

Physical stamina (up to 50 lbs)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid Class B CDL

Must obtain Class B CDL within 90 days

Tools

GPS navigation

On-line time clocks

Two-way radio

Job description

The City of Fayetteville is committed to attracting, engaging and rewarding a multi-generational workforce. By offering a total rewards package including competitive compensation and benefits plans and a purposeful work life, the City is an employer of choice focused on serving our community.

Safety/Security Sensitive Designation:

This is a safety/security sensitive position for purposes of the Arkansas Medical Marijuana Amendment and is subject to random drug and alcohol screening.

1. Perform pre and post trip inspections on a daily basis.
2. Operate all department trucks to assist in the day to day collection of trash and recycling on assigned routes and placing into appropriate department vehicles, as well as offloading in designated areas.
3. Collect and separate recyclable items.
4. Maintain a clean vehicle and perform minor repairs /diagnose problems in the field with equipment.
5. Works a 10 hour day on average.
6. Perform radio communication as needed.
7. Ensure trucks are fueled daily and recorded properly.
8. Responsible for assuring that trash and recycling is collected in a safe manner and that safe procedures are followed in the operation of all department vehicles.
9. Perform other duties as assigned.

1. Secondary duties as assigned.

1. High school diploma or GED; or one year of related experience.
2. Must possess a valid driver’s license. Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License.
3. Must obtain a Class B CDL within 90 days of hire date.
4. Must have or have the ability to quickly learn basic computer skills such as those needed for on-line time clocks as well as GPS and other related technology.
5. Effectively communicate with others orally and in writing
6. Must be skilled in the use of heavy equipment and trucks.
7. Must be able to utilize two-way radio and cell phone.
8. While performing the functions of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, and sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
9. While performing the functions of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; precarious places; and regularly works outside in various weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.