Solid Waste Equipment Operator I/II

Abilene; Abilene, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Abilene Solid Waste is seeking Equipment Operator I/II to safely operate collection vehicles on assigned routes, conduct routine inspections, and assist with vehicle maintenance. The role requires a CDL and a high school diploma or GED, with training in solid waste equipment.

This on-site position emphasizes safety, timely collection, and teamwork with colleagues on the route and at disposal sites. Operators will advance routes, train junior staff, and ensure compliance with traffic laws

Qualifications

• Operating characteristics and servicing of solid waste handling equipment.
• Work hazards and safety precautions for assigned equipment.
• Applicable traffic laws and safe driving principles.

Responsibilities

• Operate trash collection or recycling vehicles and related equipment.
• Read street maps and route sheets to locate destinations.
• Perform basic vehicle inspections and preventive maintenance.
• Report unsafe conditions or accidents to supervisor.
• Dump collected trash or recyclables at designated dump sites/landfills.

Skills

Safe driving

Vehicle operation

Reading maps

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Texas CDL Class A/B

Tools

Solid Waste Equipment Training

Job description

City of Abilene Solid Waste is seeking Equipment Operator I/II to safely operate collection vehicles on assigned routes, conduct routine inspections, and assist with vehicle maintenance. The role requires a CDL and a high school diploma or GED, with training in solid waste equipment.

This on-site position emphasizes safety, timely collection, and teamwork with colleagues on the route and at disposal sites. Operators will advance routes, train junior staff, and ensure compliance with traffic laws