Waste Collection Technician I — Build Clean Communities

City of Zephyrhills; Zephyrhills, FL; On-site; USD 29,484 - 36,036; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Florida Retirement System (FRS)

Job summary

A local government entity is seeking a Sanitation Worker I in the Town of Florida, NY. You will operate collection vehicles, handle waste, and perform maintenance tasks. Candidates must possess a high school diploma, maintain a CDL license, and be prepared for physical effort. This role offers a starting salary of $32,760 per year and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift heavy objects and work on scheduled holidays.
• Possession of a State of Florida Class B CDL license with air-brake endorsement, or ability to obtain within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Handles, carries, and empties receptacles containing solid waste.
• Operates the compaction mechanism of the collection vehicle.
• Cleans sanitation vehicles and identifies hazardous waste products.
• Performs maintenance work on division premises.

Skills

Ability to understand and follow instructions

Ability to work well with public and co-workers

Knowledge of safe operation and routine maintenance of equipment

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

POSITION TITLE: Sanitation Worker I.

JOB LOCATION:

• City Maintenance Facility.
• City of Zephyrhills.
  
  

Salary Range

• Starting Salary: $32,760.00/ $15.75 hr.
• Pay Grade: Z-151.
• Non-Exempt / Mandatory Testing.
  
  

FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT STATUS: Applicable.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must have the ability to understand and follow oral/written instructions and work well with the public and co-workers.
• Applicants must be able to lift heavy objects, work on scheduled holidays, and have the ability to use a map to locate addresses.
• Must have knowledge of the safe operation and routine maintenance of equipment.
• Possess and maintain a State of Florida Class B CDL license with air brake endorsement or obtain within six (6) months of hire.
  
  

Brief Description Of Duties

• Handles, carries, and empties receptacles containing solid waste.
• Sanitation workers deposit waste into a collection vehicle and operate the compaction mechanism.
• Workers report vehicle mechanical problems to the driver, drive sanitation trucks to the transfer station, and ride on the external platform between collection stops.
• Performs maintenance work on the division premises, cleans sanitation vehicles, and identifies hazardous waste products.
• Occasional weekend work, when required.
• Completes other related duties as assigned.
  
  

Employment Requirements

• The selected candidate will have a background check completed, undergo drug testing, and complete a physical exam before employment.
• Tasks completed for this position involve regular and sustained physical exertion.
• Possession of a current valid Florida driver's license is also required before employment.
  
  

The compensation package will start at the base salary range. The City of Zephyrhills has an excellent benefits package, which includes medical, dental, life insurance, and Florida Retirement System (FRS).

HOW TO APPLY: Submit a current job application to:

HUMAN RESOURCES.

CITY OF ZEPHYRHILLS.

5335 8th STREET.

ZEPHYRHILLS, FL 33542.

Applications are available at City Hall or at: https://www.ci.zephyrhills.fl.us/194/Employment-Applications

CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled.

DATE POSITION AVAILABLE: June 15, 2026.

THE CITY OF ZEPHYRHILLS IS AN EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER & DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE.