Solid Waste Driver

City of Temple; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Temple is seeking a reliable Solid Waste Driver to operate a collection truck along a designated route under the supervision of the Foreman. The role involves manually collecting and disposing of waste while strictly following safety and traffic regulations.

Responsibilities include vehicle operation, routine maintenance, issue reporting, and effective communication with the team. A high school diploma or equivalent is required; six months of waste-collection experience is preferred.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Operates a solid waste collection vehicle on an established route.
• Monitors and handles hydraulic systems, push/pull containers, and debris collection.
• Completes daily vehicle maintenance checklist and reports faulty items.
• Adheres to safety rules and traffic laws while operating the vehicle.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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

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