Waste & Recycling Route Driver (CDL Required)

City of Fayetteville, Arkansas; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Fayetteville, Arkansas is seeking a trash and recycling collection worker responsible for performing pre/post trip inspections, operating department trucks on assigned routes, and ensuring safe, efficient collection of waste and recyclables. You will work 10 hours a day, on outdoor routes, with radio communication and daily fueling duties.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to obtain a Class B CDL within 90 days.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or related experience.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to obtain a Class B CDL within 90 days.
• Must be able to learn basic computer skills for online time clocks, GPS and related tech.
• Effective oral and written communication.
• Skilled in use of heavy equipment and trucks.
• Able to use radio and cell phone.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds; safety conscious.
• Work outdoors in varying weather; loud work environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre and post trip inspections on a daily basis.
• Operate trucks to collect trash and recycling on assigned routes and load into department vehicles.
• Collect and separate recyclable items.
• Maintain a clean vehicle and perform minor repairs in the field.
• Work a 10 hour day on average.
• Perform radio communication as needed.
• Ensure trucks are fueled daily and recorded.
• Collect trash and recycling safely and follow procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Two-way radio

Heavy equipment

GPS familiarity

Computer skills

Driver's license

CDL Class B

Education

High School diploma or GED

Valid driver’s license

Class B CDL within 90 days

Tools

GPS

Time clocks / online timekeeping

Job description

The City of Fayetteville, Arkansas is seeking a trash and recycling collection worker responsible for performing pre/post trip inspections, operating department trucks on assigned routes, and ensuring safe, efficient collection of waste and recyclables. You will work 10 hours a day, on outdoor routes, with radio communication and daily fueling duties.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to obtain a Class B CDL within 90 days.