Sanitation Equipment Operator-Commercial (Solid Waste)

City of Orlando Careers; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Orlando is seeking a skilled Front-End Loader Operator to collect commercial refuse from designated areas, performing duties under the Field Supervisor’s guidance.

Minimum qualifications include 2 years in heavy equipment operation with hydraulics familiarity and a Florida Class B CDL or higher. Reading/writing and instruction-following ability are essential for safe, efficient route execution.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience operating heavy equipment vehicles of 18,000 GVW or more and familiarity with hydraulics operations.
• Valid Florida Class B CDL or higher required; or a valid CDL from any state.
• Must be able to read, write, and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate large front-end loading vehicles to collect commercial refuse from designated areas.
• Work under supervision of the Field Supervisor; performance reviewed via routes, tickets and problem discussions.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Hydraulic systems

Education

Class B CDL or higher (Florida)

Job description

Salary Range: $19.91-$25.38

Job Posting End Date - Applications will no longer be accepted starting 08-27-2026

Job Summary

Performs responsible, skilled work involving the operation of large front-end loading vehicles to collect commercial refuse from designated areas of the City of Orlando. Work is performed under the supervision of the Field Supervisor. Performance is reviewed while in progress and upon completion through direct observation of routes, trip tickets, and discussion of problems.

Minimum Qualifications

Completion of the Solid Waste Driver Program, or two (2) years of experience operating heavy equipment vehicles of 18,000 GVW or more and familiarity with hydraulics operations; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Valid Florida Class B CDL or higher required. Or a Valid Class B CDL or higher from any state required at time of application. Valid Florida Class B CDL or higher required within 30 days of employment. Must be able to read, write, and follow instructions.

Important: To be eligible to proceed forward in the application process, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the position description.

If this posting indicates a degree is required, the following experience will apply in lieu of any degree as follows:

• Two (2) years of direct experience for an associate degree;
• Four (4) years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree;
• Six (6) years of direct experience for a master's degree; or
• Nine (9) years of direct experience for a doctoral degree.