Senior Solid Waste Equipment Operator: Front Loader Specialist

City of Glendale, AZ; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Glendale, AZ is seeking an Equipment Operator to safely and efficiently operate heavy solid waste equipment on prescribed routes. You will collect, dump, and compact trash and recyclables while following DOT CDL and safety guidelines.

This role requires experience with heavy waste equipment, route navigation, and accurate daily logging, with a focus on customer service and reliability.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience operating solid waste heavy equipment or equivalent.
• Knowledge of DOT CDL pre/post-trip inspections and safety procedures.
• Ability to read route maps and record daily logs.

Responsibilities

• Operates heavy and light solid waste equipment per policy and training.
• Performs pre/post-trip inspections for CDL requirements.
• Collects, dumps, and compacts refuse on designated routes.
• Maintains daily logs of operations, mileage, and loads.
• Interacts professionally with the public and follows safety rules.

Skills

Defensive driving

CDL proficient

Equipment operation

Reading maps

Data entry

Communication

Tools

None

Job description

City of Glendale, AZ is seeking an Equipment Operator to safely and efficiently operate heavy solid waste equipment on prescribed routes. You will collect, dump, and compact trash and recyclables while following DOT CDL and safety guidelines.

This role requires experience with heavy waste equipment, route navigation, and accurate daily logging, with a focus on customer service and reliability.