Solid Waste CDL Driver - City Route Specialist

City of Temple, TX; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Temple, TX seeks a reliable Solid Waste Driver to operate a collection truck on a designated route under supervision. You will perform routine maintenance, use route management software, and ensure safety protocols are followed to efficiently collect and dispose of waste.

Responsibilities include driving, assisting on nearby routes, reporting field issues, and maintaining the vehicle and safety equipment. High school diploma or equivalent required; Class B CDL preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six months experience in waste collections or related field.

Responsibilities

• Operates a solid waste collection vehicle following an established route utilizing route management software.
• Enters and exits vehicle to push/pull containers and operate hydraulic collection mechanisms.
• Deposits solid waste items at designated location (landfill, Brazos River Authority, etc.).
• Operates tablet software for the assigned route.
• Assists neighboring routes when needed.
• Communicates with drivers, office staff and supervisor to report problems in the field.
• Completes daily vehicle maintenance checklist on routing software tablet and documents faults.
• Tops off fuel tanks daily and maintains interior/exterior of the vehicle.
• Performs minor maintenance on trucks (greasing, bulbs, mud flaps).
• Ensures all safety equipment is functional (lights, camera).
• Adheres to defensive driving rules and city safety policies.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Class B CDL

Job description

City of Temple, TX seeks a reliable Solid Waste Driver to operate a collection truck on a designated route under supervision. You will perform routine maintenance, use route management software, and ensure safety protocols are followed to efficiently collect and dispose of waste.

Responsibilities include driving, assisting on nearby routes, reporting field issues, and maintaining the vehicle and safety equipment. High school diploma or equivalent required; Class B CDL preferred.