Truck Driver II - Floater

Fort Madison Community School District; Cookeville (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Cookeville is seeking a Truck Driver II (Floater) in Public Works. Under general supervision, operates automated side-loading, front-loading, or roll-off sanitation trucks to collect refuse and recyclables on assigned routes.

Requires CDL and the ability to work in all weather conditions and flexible hours including weekends. Applicants must pass a background check and pre-employment screening; high school diploma preferred.

Qualifications

• Must possess a TN commercial driver's license (CDL).
• Experience operating a sanitation truck or other heavy equipment is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive automated side-loading, front-loading or roll-off trucks for collection of refuse and recyclables.
• Operate trucks with container handling devices to engage, raise, discharge, lower and disengage 96-gallon carts or 4–30 cubic yard containers.
• Inspect assigned truck for proper operation and address mechanical issues as needed.
• Maintain safety precautions while vehicle is in operation and work a flexible schedule including weekends.

Skills

CDL

Truck operation

Safety procedures

Traffic regulations

Communication

Equipment inspection

Education

High school diploma preferred

Job description

Position Title: Truck Driver II (Floater- Commercial/Residential)

Pay Grade: G

Department: Public Works

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Reports To: Sanitation Superintendent

Safety Sensitive: Yes - CDL

Position Supervises: No

Date Approved: 10/2013

On-call Required: No

Date Revised: 02/2026

Job description statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required, and subject to change, as approved by the City Manager.

HOURS:

Monday - Friday. This position must have flexibility in their schedule.

JOB SUMMARY:

Employees in this class are under general supervision. Work is performed in operating an automated side-loading sanitation truck, front-loading sanitation truck or recycling trucks in the collection and disposal of refuse and recyclables.

Examples of work performed: drives an automated side-foaling truck, front-loading truck or roll-off truck for the collection of waste and recyclables on assigned route. Operates a truck equipped with a container handling device capable of engaging, raising, discharging, lowering and disengaging 96-gallon carts or standard metal containers of 4 through 30 cubic yards. Exercises appropriate safety precautions while vehicle is in operation. Sees that assigned truck is in proper working order; inspects the equipment for mechanical problems and sees that these problems are corrected. Performs related work as required. Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of operational procedures for garbage and collection department
• Knowledge of state and city traffic regulations
• Knowledge of safety precautions
• Knowledge of routine care and use of motor vehicles
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions
• Knowledge of city streets and roads
• Ability to safely operate assigned truck
• Ability to safely guide truck through narrow or small entrances
• Ability to carry out written and oral instructions
• Ability to operate assigned truck in all weather conditions
• Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with the public and co-workers

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Must possess a TN commercial driver's license (CDL). Experience operating a sanitation truck or other heavy equipment is required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

PHYSICAL:

This position requires the ability to safely operate a large commercial sanitation vehicle for extended periods of time with limited breaks. The employee must frequently sit, stand, walk, climb in and out of the vehicle, and use hands and arms to operate vehicle controls. The position requires frequent bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, and climbing, including climbing on and off the truck.

ENVIRONMENTAL:

Work is performed primarily outdoors and in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, snow, ice, and other adverse weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to traffic hazards, moving vehicles, narrow streets, and areas with limited access. The position involves regular exposure to dust, odors, fumes, refuse, recyclables, and potentially unsanitary conditions.

FULL-TIME BENEFITS SUMMARY:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Paid Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Voluntary Benefits
• Pension and 401k Retirement Savings
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick time – 8 hours/month
• Paid Vacation time – 8 hours/month

City of Cookeville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact the Human Resources division at [phone].

Successful applicants must pass a limited background check, pre-employment physical, and drug screen.