Sanitation Operator - Public Utilities Department - City of Fresno
About The Position
Under general supervision, Sanitation Operators provide customers with convenient, cost‑effective collection services for green waste, refuse, and recyclables. Our purpose as an organization is to preserve the community’s environment by collecting and managing green waste, trash, and recyclable materials in a professional, safe, and efficient manner through teamwork, education, and high‑quality service. Sanitation Operators are responsible for collecting discarded waste materials, supporting community clean‑up activities, and completing all tasks in accordance with established delivery and collection schedules. They are expected to interact with the public in a courteous and respectful manner. Operators work independently in the field and exercise sound judgment consistent with established policies and procedures.
Requirements
- Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent GED completion
- One (1) year of experience in the operation of construction, agricultural, or solid waste collection and related equipment; OR Two (2) years of experience operating a commercial vehicle which requires a Class B Driver’s License.
- Possession of a valid Class B California Driver's License, without airbrake restriction, at time of application and maintain a valid Class B California Driver's License for the entire term of employment in this classification.
- SUBMIT, AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION, A CURRENT COPY OF THEIR DRIVING RECORD FROM THE STATE DEPARTMENT OF MOTOR VEHICLES (DMV) ISSUED NO LATER THAN 30 DAYS PRIOR TO SUBMITTING OF APPLICATION.
Nice To Haves
- Strong customer service skills
- Clean driving record
- Safety-minded
- Able to deal with the public in a positive and courteous manner
- Class A California Driver’s License
Responsibilities
- Collecting discarded waste materials
- Supporting community clean-up activities
- Completing all tasks in accordance with established delivery and collection schedules
- Interacting with the public in a courteous and respectful manner
Benefits
- The City contributes toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental and vision for employee and dependents.
- FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: IRS 125 Plan for health and dependent care expenses.
- DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary 457 plan with Fidelity Investments to increase your retirement savings.
- VACATION LEAVE: Accrue 8-14.66 hours per month.
- SICK LEAVE: Eight (8) hours per month, available after 90 days.
- HOLIDAYS: Ten (10) City-observed annual holidays plus birthday and two (2) personal days.
- SHORT TERM DISABILITY: Provided through California SDI program.
- BILINGUAL PREMIUM: PAY: $50 per month.
- HEALTH REIMBURSEMENT ARRANGEMENT: To reimburse retirement medical insurance.
- RETIREMENT: City of Fresno Retirement Systems, one of the best funded public systems in the state. Reciprocity with other public California systems. Vested in Retirement benefits after 5 years of service. City employees do not participate in Social Security.
- DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Program): an optional, voluntary program that allows an employee to deposit retirement benefits in a special savings account within the Retirement System while continuing to work for the City of Fresno for up to 10 years. Participation minimum is age 50 and vested. Benefits includes ownership of accumulated funds, compound interest earnings, and alternative distribution options.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
