Sanitation Driver I (Roll-Off)

City of Garland; Tehachapi (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Garland is seeking a Roll-Off truck operator in the Commercial Services Division. The role involves operating a Roll-Off truck to collect solid waste and recycling materials, with daily transport to transfer stations or landfill.

The job requires strong safety practices and routine vehicle inspections. Minimum qualifications include 6 months experience with waste vehicles and a valid Class B CDL; defensive driving training is required within 6 months of hire.

Qualifications

• 6 months related experience with a variety of solid waste collection and transport vehicles.
• Class B Commercial Driver’s License.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds several times daily.
• Defensive driving course completed within six (6) months from date of hire.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the functionality, appearance and safety of the equipment and/or facilities such as Transfer Station or Recycling Center in compliance with local, state and federal rules and regulations.
• Remove and transport solid waste or recyclable materials for commercial businesses to transfer stations or landfill.
• Maintain safe and efficient operation of solid waste collection and transport equipment and vehicles.
• Perform pre-trip/post-trip vehicle inspections and complete daily work sheet for equipment operated.
• Keep work location and vehicle in order.
• Respond to customer relations problems.
• Assist disabled residents and customers with refuse container removal as needed.

Skills

Safety knowledge

Traffic laws

Vehicle operation

Reading maps

Maintenance basics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Summary

Responsible for operating a variety of solid waste vehicles to collect and transport solid waste and recycling materials to the transfer station and/or landfill for disposal on a daily basis. Perform physically demanding duties during strenuous weather conditions. Primarily responsible for operating a Roll-Off truck in the Commercial Services Division. Also, responsible for the efficient operation and care of assigned equipment.

Pay Range

Depending on qualifications and experience

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Maintain the functionality, appearance and safety of the equipment and/or facilities such as Transfer Station or Recycling Center in compliance with local, state and federal rules and regulations.
• Remove and transport solid waste or recyclable materials for commercial businesses to transfer stations or landfill.
• Maintain safe and efficient operation of solid waste collection and transport equipment and vehicles.
• Perform pre-trip/ post-trip vehicle inspections and complete daily work sheet for equipment operated.
• Keep work location and vehicle in order.
• Respond to customer relations problems.
• Assist disabled residents and customers with refuse container removal as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• 6 months related experience with a variety of solid waste collection and transport vehicles
• Class B Commercial Driver’s License
• Ability to lift 50 pounds several times daily
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Preferred Qualifications

• Class A Commercial Driver’s License
• 1-3 years experience with a variety of solid waste and other automotive equipment

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• General knowledge of safety standard practices governing the operation of vehicles
• General knowledge of relevant traffic laws
• General knowledge of the principles, operation and servicing of trucks and related automotive equipment
• Skill to operate controls for required equipment
• Ability to properly use, operate and care for tools, equipment and materials
• Ability to perform routine maintenance and minor repairs to equipment
• Ability to read and understand vehicle operator’s manual
• Ability to read and use city maps and documentation

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid Class B Commercial Driver’s license
• Completion of a defensive driving course within six (6) months from date of hire

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

The incumbent drives a vehicle from stop to stop and frequently exits and enters vehicle while collecting solid waste and/or recycling materals; frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outdoors with exposure to all types of weather conditions. 8-10 hours of drive time on a daily basis in all weather conditions. Must possess sufficient vision to accurately read written and typed documents. Ability to lift and/or pull up to 50 pounds several times daily.