Solid Waste Driver

JOB SUMMARY Are you looking for a new and exciting career opportunity? The City of Victoria Environmental Services Department is seeking a Solid Waste Driver.
Under general supervision, the successful candidate will operate a truck and loader along established routes to collect solid waste for the City of Victoria.
Our employees take pride in their work, and together, we enhance the livability of our community.
If you thrive in a friendly, collaborative organization and desire dynamic and challenging work among a team of innovative individuals, then City of Victoria is the place for you.
Apply today! Salary amount offered will depend on qualifications.
This is a non-exempt position.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Follows assigned route to collect solid waste; operates a rear loader vehicle to collect (green) yard waste.
Identifies and tags receptacles that are not in compliance with collection policies; collects out of service carts for repair or replacement.
Cleans and sanitizes trucks; performs minor maintenance as needed; completes daily paperwork.
Participates in cleaning and maintaining the shop and breakroom.
Performs related duties as required or assigned.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS Work is performed in an automated garbage truck throughout the City of Victoria and requires exposure to potentially dangerous machinery, hazardous chemicals and substances, and various outdoor weather conditions.
May be required to climb ladders and lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Education, Training, and Experience Guidelines: High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred AND two (2) years of driving experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Knowledge of: Applicable local, State, and Federal laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances.
Records maintenance and retention practices.
Customer services principles, practices, and etiquette.
Work safety policies, procedures, and practices.
Skill in: Following written and verbal instructions.
Organizing work and setting priorities to meet deadlines.
Maintaining accurate logs and records.
Operating a truck safely.
Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Must possess a Texas Class B driver’s license with Air Brake endorsement.