Sanitation Truck Driver

City of Pasadena; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Pasadena is seeking a Sanitation Truck Driver to operate rear-load or side-load collection vehicles on designated routes and support various sanitation operations. You will perform safety inspections, assist with special collections, and interact with residents to provide courteous service.

The role requires a Texas CDL Class B, a valid driving record, and the ability to learn routes quickly. Strong teamwork and adherence to safety policies are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid Texas Class B CDL with good driving record.
• Minimum of one year operating commercial sanitation vehicles or related heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of City refuse collection routes or ability to learn routes within training.
• Preferred municipal sanitation experience.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Operate sanitation collection vehicles on designated residential and commercial routes safely and efficiently.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and report maintenance needs.
• Assist with garbage bag distribution and special sanitation programs.
• Maintain clean and safe operating condition of assigned vehicles.
• Provide courteous, professional customer service to residents and the public.
• Record inspections, mileage logs and other required documentation as assigned.

Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Safety mindful

Route learning ability

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B

Job description

Duties

The Sanitation Truck Driver operates sanitation collection vehicles to provide residential and commercial refuse collection services throughout the City. Performs assigned collection routes safely and efficiently while ensuring compliance with all applicable safety standards, traffic laws, and City policies. Assists with a variety of sanitation operations, including refuse collection, brush collection, and special assignments as directed.

Safely operates rear-load, side-load, or other sanitation collection vehicles on designated residential and commercial collection routes. Performs daily refuse and trash collection in accordance with established schedules and assigned routes. Operates brush trucks or other Public Works vehicles as assigned. Performs pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and completes required inspection reports. Reports equipment malfunctions, accidents, unsafe conditions, and maintenance needs promptly. Maintains assigned sanitation vehicles in a clean and safe operating condition. Ensures refuse is collected efficiently while minimizing damage to streets, curbs, mailboxes, and private property. Works closely with sanitation crew members to complete assigned routes safely and efficiently. Assists with garbage bag distribution and other sanitation-related public service programs. Assists with special collections, bulky waste removal, storm debris cleanup, and emergency response operations as needed. Follows all departmental safety procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Complies with all federal, state, and local traffic laws while operating City vehicles. Provides courteous and professional customer service when interacting with residents and the public. Maintains required records, inspection forms, mileage logs, and other documentation as assigned. Maintains assigned equipment in a clean and safe operating condition. Provides courteous and professional customer service when interacting with residents. Must have and maintain, without interruption, required certifications and licenses. Works assigned schedule and complies with the City's timekeeping and attendance policies. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

High school diploma/GED. Valid Texas Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) and good driving record. Minimum of one (1) year of operating commercial sanitation vehicles or related heavy equipment. Knowledge of City refuse collection routes or the ability to learn assigned routes within a reasonable training period. Preferred: Previous municipal sanitation experience. Bilingual (English/Spanish).

The City of Pasadena offers very generous benefits to all full-time employees. For example:

• Employee-only medical insurance starts as low as $15 per month and the most expensive Employee & Family plan is less than $350 per month.
• The City has its own medical clinic staffed with a M.D. and two medical assistants. Employees and their covered dependents over the age of 5 can visit the clinic FREE OF CHARGE.
• Employees and their covered dependents also have access to Virtual Visits with a medical professional FREE OF CHARGE.
• The City offers college tuition reimbursement of up to $3,500 per year.
• As an employee, you will contribute a portion of your salary each pay-period towards your retirement and the City will match your contribution by 200%. Example, if you contribute $100, the City will contribute $200.
• Civilian employees accumulate vacation at the following rates:
  • Less than 6 years of service - two weeks of vacation per year.
  • From 6 to less than 11 years of service - three weeks of vacation per year.
  • From 11 to less than 21 years of service – four weeks of vacation per year.
  • From 21 to less than 26 years of service – five weeks of vacation per year.
  • From 26 years of service and up – six weeks of vacation per year.