Sanitation Truck Driver

City of Pasadena • Pasadena, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Sanitation Truck Driver operates sanitation collection vehicles to provide residential and commercial refuse collection services throughout the City. The position performs assigned routes safely and efficiently in compliance with applicable safety standards, traffic laws, and City policies. It also assists with refuse and brush collection, special assignments, bulky waste removal, storm debris cleanup, and emergency response operations as needed.

The driver works with sanitation crew members, maintains assigned vehicles and equipment in a clean and safe condition, and reports malfunctions, accidents, unsafe conditions, and maintenance needs. The role includes public-facing service, assistance with garbage bag distribution and other sanitation programs, and completing required records and vehicle inspection documentation. The employee must maintain required certifications and licenses and comply with the City's schedule, timekeeping, and attendance policies.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid Texas Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) and a good driving record.
• At least one year of experience operating commercial sanitation vehicles or related heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of City refuse collection routes or ability to learn assigned routes within a reasonable training period.

Nice To Haves

• Previous municipal sanitation experience.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate rear-load, side-load, brush, or other sanitation and Public Works vehicles on assigned collection routes.
• Perform refuse and trash collection according to established schedules and routes.
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and required reports.
• Promptly report equipment malfunctions, accidents, unsafe conditions, and maintenance needs.
• Keep assigned sanitation vehicles and equipment clean and safe to operate.
• Collect refuse efficiently while minimizing damage to streets, curbs, mailboxes, and private property.
• Work with sanitation crew members to complete assigned routes safely and efficiently.
• Assist with garbage bag distribution and other sanitation-related public service programs.
• Assist with special collections, bulky waste removal, storm debris cleanup, and emergency response operations as needed.
• Follow departmental safety procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment, and comply with applicable traffic laws.
• Provide courteous and professional customer service when interacting with residents and the public.
• Maintain required records, inspection forms, mileage logs, and other assigned documentation.
• Maintain required certifications and licenses without interruption.
• Work the assigned schedule and comply with City timekeeping and attendance policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employee-only medical insurance starting as low as $15 per month; the most expensive Employee & Family plan costs less than $350 per month.
• Access to a City medical clinic staffed by a physician and two medical assistants, free for employees and covered dependents over age 5.
• Free virtual visits with a medical professional for employees and covered dependents.
• College tuition reimbursement up to $3,500 per year.
• Retirement contributions matched by the City at 200% of the employee contribution.
• Vacation accrual ranging from two to six weeks per year based on years of service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED