ROUTE DRIVER (RECYCLING & TRASH COLLECTIONS) 2026-03156

City-of-Fayetteville,-Ar; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Fayetteville is seeking a safety-conscious truck operator to support trash and recycling collection and to perform pre- and post-trip inspections on assigned routes. You will drive department trucks, collect recyclables, and maintain clean, functioning vehicles.

This 10-hour shift position requires a valid driver’s license, the ability to obtain a Class B CDL within 90 days, and proficiency with GPS/time-clocks. Strong written and oral communication is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and obtain Class B CDL within 90 days.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment and trucks; strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre and post trip inspections daily.
• Operate department trucks to assist in trash and recycling collection on assigned routes.
• Place items into department vehicles and offload as needed.
• Collect and separate recyclable items.
• Keep vehicles clean and perform minor repairs/diagnostics.
• Work a 10 hour day on average.
• Perform radio communication as needed.
• Ensure trucks are fueled daily and records kept.
• Follow safe procedures when operating vehicles; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

Class B CDL

Heavy equipment operation

GPS & time clocks

Oral & written communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

GPS

Online time clocks

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.