Sanitation Driver

City of Zephyrhills; Florida; On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

FRS retirement

Job summary

City of Zephyrhills seeks a Sanitation Driver to operate a garbage truck from the City Maintenance Facility. The position supports residential and commercial waste collection and requires a Class B CDL with air brake endorsement. The role includes field maintenance and overseeing a small crew.

Starting salary is $37,923.80 annually ($18.23/hr), with non-exempt status and mandatory testing. Background check, drug testing, and a physical exam are required prior to employment, along with a Florida

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• At least two (2) years of experience driving Class 8 trucks and other heavy trucks.
• Must have a Class B CDL with air brake endorsement.
• Ability to understand and follow oral/written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate a garbage truck to collect residential and commercial waste.
• Haul waste materials to transfer stations or other designated disposal sites.
• Perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs on vehicles and equipment.
• Supervise a group of semi-skilled workers.
• Complete other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Follow instructions

Public interaction

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Class B CDL with air brake

Job description

POSITION TITLE:

Sanitation Driver

JOB LOCATION:

City Maintenance Facility

City of Zephyrhills

SALARY RANGE:

Starting Salary: $37,923.80 / $18.23/hr.

Pay Grade Z-154

Non-Exempt / Mandatory Testing

FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT STATUS:

Applicable.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or GED. At least two (2) years of experience driving Class 8 trucks and other heavy trucks. Ability to understand and follow oral/written instructions and work well with the public and co-workers. Must have knowledge of safe operations and routine maintenance of equipment. Possess a Class B CDL with air brake endorsement.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

• Responsible for operating a garbage truck for the purposes of picking up residential and commercial waste.
• Hauls waste materials to transfer stations or other designated sites for disposal.
• Performs preventative maintenance and service to motor vehicles and motorized equipment and makes minor adjustments to correct performance malfunctions.
• Supervise a group of semi-skilled workers.
• Completes other related duties as assigned.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

The selected candidate will have a background check completed, undergo drug testing, and complete a physical exam before employment. Tasks completed for this position involve regular and sustained physical exertion. Possession and maintenance of a Florida Driver License is also required before employment.

The compensation package will start at the base salary range. The City of Zephyrhills has an excellent benefit package, which includes medical, dental, life insurance, and Florida Retirement System (FRS).

CLOSING DATE:

Open Until Filled

DATE POSITION AVAILABLE:

June 23, 2026

THE CITY OF ZEPHYRHILLS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER & DRUG FREE WORKPLACE