Sanitation Truck Driver

City-of-Big-Spring-1; Big Spring (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Big Spring is seeking a sanitation truck operator to collect residential and commercial waste along an established route. You will drive a sanitation/roll-off truck, read maps, and ensure proper disposal at designated locations.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, ability to perform basic math, and a Texas CDL Class B. Prior experience is preferred; strong safety awareness is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read, write and perform basic math.
• One to two years of similar work experience preferred.
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B required for the vehicle operated.

Responsibilities

• Operate sanitation/roll-off trucks on assigned routes to collect waste.
• Read maps and routes to locate destinations.
• Inspect and perform basic maintenance on the vehicle daily.
• Report issues and follow safety rules.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading and writing

Basic math

Defensive driving

Oral and written communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

This position is responsible for operating a sanitation truck along an assigned route; performs general labor associated with the collection and disposal of trash.

• High School diploma or GED certificate.
• Ability to read, write and perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Must posses required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position usually associated with having had a similar position for one to two years.
• Possession of a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B issued by the State of Texas for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge and skills. Factors such as regular attendance at the job not routinely listed in job descriptions but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Operates a sanitation truck and/or roll-off truck to collect residential and commercial waste including trash, brush, litter and bulky items.
• Learn and follow assigned routes; read street maps and routes to locate route destinations.
• Reports damaged dumpsters, missing lids or bottoms, and needed welding to Administrative Assistant.
• Perform basic vehicle inspection, maintenance, and repair prior to use on a daily basis to ensure that it is in proper operating condition.
• Performs equipment maintenance duties such as lubricating, greasing and checking belts, hoses, air, oil, gas and other fluids.
• Dump collected trash at designated dump sites/landfill.
• Picks up trash daily at the landfill and outside of gate areas.
• Make decisions whether or not to pick up trash that is set out improperly.
• Follow safety rules.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
• Knowledge of City policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of departmental and safety rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of City geography, including street and road names.
• Knowledge of how to operate and perform minor maintenance on assigned equipment.
• Skill in operating a sanitation truck.
• Skill in defensive driving techniques.
• Skill in oral and written communication.