Solid Waste Transfer Operator

City-of-Oxnar; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Oxnard seeks an experienced Solid Waste Transfer Operator to drive a city-owned 18-wheel tractor/trailer, transporting refuse, green waste, and recyclables primarily within Ventura County. The role requires teamwork, safety-first driving, and adherence to site procedures and regulations.

Responsibilities include vehicle maintenance, log keeping, load weighing, and compliance with laws. Two full-time vacancies in Public Works; overtime eligibility and varying shifts are part of the role.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Four years of equipment operation/driving experience.
• California Class A CDL with air brakes and trailer endorsement.
• Good driving history and ability to read and apply regulations.

Responsibilities

• This role operates a city-owned 18-wheel tractor/trailer to transport refuse, green waste, and recyclables within Ventura County.
• Collaborate with team to ensure smooth daily operations and high-quality service.
• Learn to operate a landfill tipper in accordance with safety guidelines.
• Follow safe driving practices on public highways while moving loads.
• Inspect and service vehicles; check fluids and brake systems; maintain daily logs.
• Collect weigh tags and maintain required records for landfill activities.
• Read and apply applicable laws, rules, and procedures.
• Demonstrate control of nine or ten-speed manual transmission and road-test readiness.

Skills

Teamwork

Regulatory compliance

Truck operation

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The City of Oxnard's Environmental Resources Division is seeking an experienced Solid Waste Transfer Operator to join the team! The Solid Waste Transfer Operator, throughout the day, drives a city-owned 18-wheel tractor/trailer to transport refuse, green waste, and recyclables from the City’s Material and Recycling Facility to designated landfills, mulching, and recycling centers, primarily within Ventura County, with occasional travel outside the area.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• This role requires strong teamwork skills to effectively collaborate with colleagues and support staff. You will work closely with team members to ensure smooth daily operations, share responsibilities, and contribute to a positive and productive work environment.
• Ability to learn how to operate a landfill tipper for unloading trailers in compliance with site procedures and safety guidelines.
• Open communication, mutual support, and a cooperative attitude are essential to successfully achieving team goals and delivering high-quality service.
• Follows safe driving practices while operating a large tractor/trailer on public highways and roads.
• Cleans, maintains, and inspects assigned vehicles; performs servicing tasks such as checking and refilling gasoline, oil, and water, inspecting brake systems; weighs the truck and keeps an accurate daily truck log.
• Collects and maintains weigh tags from landfill weighmasters; maintains other records as required.
• Drive trucks with a swept trailer, and clean windows and mirrors.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, and/or procedures
• Can show full control and knowledge of the vehicle and shifting of nine or ten-speed manual transmission.
• Can pass a road test given from pre-tip, driving, shifting, backing, road control, parking, and post-trip.

PAYROLL/CLASSIFICATION TITLE:

Maintenance Specialist

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

This classification is distinguished from the Maintenance Technician, Senior in that it performs both skilled maintenance and skilled repair work and provides troubleshooting of equipment issues.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED/ SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Receives general supervision on routine items which are performed according to established standards and procedures and receives specific work instruction regarding non-routine matters and deadlines.

WORK SCHEDULE:

The normal work days vary from Monday through Saturday, with work hours from 5:00 am to 3:30 pm or 6:00 am to 4:30 pm, depending on shift assigned. Shifts are worked on a four-day, ten-hour schedule with two consecutive days off. In addition, this position may be required to be available to work additional hours in response to peaks in workloads and changes in department needs. Work hours and shift are subject to change based on operational needs. May be required to work holidays. This position is governed by the overtime provisions of the federal Fair Labor Standards Act and is eligible for overtime pay.

This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the Department.

• Performs skilled maintenance and repair work in assigned trade and/or area; plans, prioritizes, and schedules activities to complete repairs and maintenance work in an efficient and timely manner; selects proper tools and equipment for assignment; monitors work site safety; performs work following established safety policies and procedures and applicable codes and regulations.
• Performs maintenance inspections; troubleshoots equipment, maintenance, and/or system issues; identifies repair needs; reviews repair versus replacement costs and makes recommendations; performs required repairs or works with outside contractors for project completion.
• Organizes and maintains assigned equipment and tools; inspects, cleans, and performs preventative maintenance to ensure operability and reliability of equipment and tools.
• Reviews equipment and materials required for daily maintenance and work projects; initiates requests for or purchases approved materials and supplies.
• Prepares and/or maintains activity records, logs, work orders, material requests, reports and/or technical documentation for equipment or building systems.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

The following are theminimumqualifications necessary for entry into the classification:

EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma or GED

EXPERIENCE:

• Four (4) years of equipment operation/driving experience or formal trades experience in one or more areas related to the assignment

LICENSING/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Must possess a valid medical card and valid non-restricted California Class A Commercial License with air brakes and trailer endorsement with no restrictions.
• Must possess a safe and responsible professional driving history.
• Must be able to speak and understand English to effectively communicate with fellow employees, customers, and vendors.

Highly Desirable:

• Hazardous Waste endorsement and other endorsements are highly desirable.

The list of qualified candidates established from this recruitment may be used to fill other full-time, part-time, and temporary assignments. The eligibility list established from this recruitment is to fill this position only. There is currently two (2) full-time vacancies within the Public Works Department.

Selected candidate(s) must pass a thorough reference check and background investigation. Some positions that work with or have access to the Police Department may require a polygraph exam. Select positions may require candidates to undergo a pre-employment medical and/or psychological evaluation.

UNION MEMBERSHIP:

Positions in this classification are represented by t the International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE).

NOTE:

For most positions, the City of Oxnard relies on office automation (Microsoft Office/Google) and web-based enabled tools. Candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with ongoing work.

Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all positions.

Employees are required to participate in the City's direct deposit plan and are paid on a bi-weekly basis.

This position requires a 12-month probationary period. Internal applicant probationary periods will be governed by the applicable MOU.

Pursuant to California Government Code Section 3100, all public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them.

This position is governed by the overtime provisions of the federal Fair Labor Standards Act and is eligible for overtime pay.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:

The City of Oxnard is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability, or sexual orientation.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:

The City of Oxnard makes reasonable accommodations for individuals/people with disabilities. If you believe you require special arrangements to participate in the testing process, you must inform the Human Resources Department in writing within three business days of your scheduled interview or exam date. Applicants who request such accommodation must document their request with an explanation of the type and extent of accommodation required.

LEGAL REQUIREMENT:

On the first day of employment, new employees must provide proof of citizenship or documentation of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, as amended. The City participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS. 888-897-7781 dhs.gov/e-verify

NOTE:

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.