Waste Collection Driver II — CDL, PTO & Benefits

City of Midland, Texas; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

TMRS retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Midland Municipal Employee Credit Unit

Competitive pay

Medical/Dental/Vision plan

PTO accrual

Paid holidays

Job summary

The City of Midland, Texas is hiring a dependable Sanitation Truck Driver to support essential waste collection and disposal services. You’ll operate refuse collection vehicles, assist with bulk and yard waste pickup, support recycling efforts, and help keep Midland clean and healthy.

Outdoor team environment; perfect for those who take pride in a job well done. Requirements include a Texas Class B CDL and 6 months to 1 year in a related role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred with 6 months to 1 year of related experience.
• Valid Texas Class B CDL required.
• Knowledge of waste collection and disposal processes.
• Ability to read, write and follow written and oral instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operates a sanitation vehicle to collect and dispose of waste from containers.
• Transports waste to landfills for disposal as needed.
• Assists in litter pickup and recycling activities.
• Performs daily vehicle safety checks and basic maintenance.
• Maintains work logs and repair reports for supervisor.
• Assists in other solid waste division duties as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Vehicle operation

Public interaction

Reading & writing

Maintenance checks

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Compactors

Lifts

Claws

Hydraulic systems

Shovels

Brooms

Rakes

Job description

The City of Midland, Texas is hiring a dependable Sanitation Truck Driver to support essential waste collection and disposal services. You’ll operate refuse collection vehicles, assist with bulk and yard waste pickup, support recycling efforts, and help keep Midland clean and healthy.

Outdoor team environment; perfect for those who take pride in a job well done. Requirements include a Texas Class B CDL and 6 months to 1 year in a related role.