Solid Waste Driver

City of Temple, TX; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Temple, TX is seeking a Solid Waste Driver to operate a collection truck on a designated route under supervision of the Foreman. You will manage the route with route management software, load and dispose of waste, and perform routine vehicle checks.

This role requires a High school diploma or equivalent and a Class B CDL. Experience in waste collection is preferred. You will communicate with colleagues, follow safety rules, and support nearby routes as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Class B CDL required.
• Six months experience in waste collections preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates a solid waste collection vehicle on a designated route using route management software.
• Enters and exits vehicle to manage containers and operate hydraulic mechanisms.
• Deposits waste at designated locations (landfill, Brazos River Authority, etc.).
• Uses tablet software for route.
• Assists neighboring routes when needed.
• Communicates issues to drivers, office staff and supervisor.
• Completes daily vehicle maintenance checklist on routing tablet.
• Tops off fuel, cleans and maintains the vehicle.
• Performs minor truck maintenance (greasing, bulbs, etc.).
• Ensures safety equipment is operational.
• Follows defensive driving and city safety policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Route management software

Defensive driving

Vehicle operation

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Class B CDL

Tools

Tablet software

Job description

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Summary

Solid Waste Driver, under the general supervision of the Foreman, drives a collection truck on a designated route, manually collecting and disposing of waste. This role involves vehicle operation, routine maintenance, issue reporting, and strict adherence to safety and traffic regulations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operates a solid waste collection vehicle following an established route utilizing route management software
• Enters and exits vehicle throughout route to push/pull containers, operate hydraulic mechanisms used in collection of debris and pick up small items as needed
• Deposits solid waste items at designated location (landfill, Brazos River Authority, etc.)
• Operates tablet software designed for assigned route
• Assists neighboring route(s) when needed
• Communicates with other drivers, office staff and supervisor to report problems in the field
• Completes daily vehicle maintenance checklist on routing software tablet and documents faulty/inoperable items
• Tops-off fuel tank(s) daily; washes, cleans and maintains interior/exterior of collection vehicle, to include packer bodies, collection mechanisms, storage areas, etc.
• Performs minor maintenance on trucks to include greasing of systems, light bulbs, mud flaps, etc.
• Ensures all safety equipment is operational (flashing caution lights, camera, etc.)
• Adheres to defensive driving rules, obeys traffic laws and follow city policies and safety guidelines
• Performs other duties /assumes responsibility for other routes and trucks as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• Six months experience in waste collections or related field

Licenses and Certifications

• Class B CDL

Thank you for your interest in the position. Please note only those selected for an interview will be contacted.