Solid Waste Route Specialist

O’Fallon, MO; O’Fallon (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

HSA with employer contributions

FSAs

Pet insurance

Wellness incentives

Onsite gym

Renaud Center discount

EAP

Identity protection

Job summary

The City of O'Fallon, Missouri, is seeking a Service Route Operator in its Environmental Services Department. The role focuses on safe, efficient solid waste collection along established routes, with inspections, container handling, and customer service at the core.

Ideal candidates will bring experience or apprenticeship in waste collection and possess a Missouri Class B CDL with airbrakes. The position offers comprehensive benefits and a strong emphasis on safety and community service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1–2 years relevant experience or apprenticeship/internship.
• Ability to obtain a valid Missouri Class B CDL with airbrakes.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections of vehicles and equipment.
• Operate refuse trucks to collect refuse, recyclables, yard waste, and bulk waste.
• Clean, deliver, and assemble refuse and recycling containers.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and routine cleaning of vehicles and equipment.
• Assist with snow removal operations.
• Provide excellent customer service and complete related duties as assigned.

Skills

Waste collection

Safety procedures

Map reading

Vehicle troubleshooting

Route efficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Missouri Class B CDL with airbrakes

Job description

The City of O'Fallon, Missouri, is seeking a Service Route Operator in its Environmental Services Department. The role focuses on safe, efficient solid waste collection along established routes, with inspections, container handling, and customer service at the core.

Ideal candidates will bring experience or apprenticeship in waste collection and possess a Missouri Class B CDL with airbrakes. The position offers comprehensive benefits and a strong emphasis on safety and community service.