Solid Waste Driver I

Largo

4d • $24 • Onsite

About The Position

This is a driving position working with the collection of solid waste, trash, brush, or recycled materials. The employee is required to operate a solid waste collection vehicle in tight, confined locations and in the presence of other vehicles and pedestrians. Work is performed under the direction of a Supervisor.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
• One year experience in the operation of commercial vehicles requiring a Florida Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B
• Possession of a valid Florida Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B
• Knowledge of traffic rules and regulations
• Knowledge of the operation of commercial vehicles requiring a Florida Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B
• Knowledge of the hazards of operation and of appropriate safety rules and regulations
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instruction and to work independently in the performance of regular duties
• Basic computer and/or tablet skills for effective operation and troubleshooting of routing equipment

Responsibilities

• Operates two of the following vehicles: front-loader, roll-off, claw, auto side-loader, and/or manual rear-loader used in the collection and transportation of solid waste, trash, brush, or recycled materials, to be determined by the Solid Waste Manager
• Ensures truck is operational, fuels truck, washes, greases, conducts pre-trip and post-trip inspections, reports need for maintenance or repair of equipment to Supervisor
• Follows standard safety precautions in the operation of the equipment
• Performs routine housekeeping on the assigned piece of equipment
• Notifies Supervisor of issues or concerns requiring attention
• Teaches trainee drivers the proper operation of the solid waste vehicles
• Performs related work as required.
• Works as directed during an undeclared and/or a declared emergency. All employees are subject to recall around the clock for emergency response operations, which may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the normal work location, and may include duties other than those specified in the official job description.

Benefits

• Team members enjoy competitive compensation, professional and personal development, generous benefits, leave packages, and a flexible work life balance.
• Largo provides medical, dental, and vision coverage as well as wellness benefits.
• Additional benefits include flexible spending account (FSA) or health savings account (HSA) along with paid life insurance and AD&D coverage.
• Supplemental life is offered at additional cost.
• Full-time team members are enrolled in a Defined Contribution Plan 401(a) with a generous 6% City match.
• All team members are eligible to open an optional Deferred Compensation 457(b) and/or Roth 457(b).
• Benefits also include 11 paid leave days and 24 hour full access to fitness centers.
• Continuous learning is supported through tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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