Solid Waste Truck Driver - CDL-B, Claw/Rear-Loader

City of Lakeland, Civil Service; Florida; On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Lakeland is seeking a skilled Solid Waste Driver to operate claw, rear-loader, automated side-loader, front-loader, and roll-off trucks for collecting solid waste, trash, brush, and recyclables. You will oversee vehicle maintenance and safety checks while working under supervision in a busy, outdoor environment.

Applicants must hold a Florida Class B CDL with appropriate endorsements and complete the Solid Waste Safety Training Manual within 90 days.

Qualifications

• Completion of eight school grades.
• One year of experience operating commercial vehicles with Florida Class B CDL preferred.
• Must possess valid Florida CDL Class B with endorsements.
• Completion of the Solid Waste Safety Training Manual within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Operates primary and secondary solid waste trucks as assigned.
• Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections and reports maintenance needs.
• Provides direction to Solid Waste Collectors and trains trainees.
• May work overtime or alternate hours to support operations.
• Adheres to safety precautions while operating equipment.

Skills

Traffic rules

Operating vehicles

Safety rules

Oral/written instructions

Radio communication

Education

Completion of eight school grades

Tools

CDL B

Scrub brush/pressure washer

Job description

The City of Lakeland is seeking a skilled Solid Waste Driver to operate claw, rear-loader, automated side-loader, front-loader, and roll-off trucks for collecting solid waste, trash, brush, and recyclables. You will oversee vehicle maintenance and safety checks while working under supervision in a busy, outdoor environment.

Applicants must hold a Florida Class B CDL with appropriate endorsements and complete the Solid Waste Safety Training Manual within 90 days.