Solid Waste Driver I

Largo•Largo, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a driving position involving collection of solid waste, trash, brush, or recycled materials. The employee operates solid waste collection vehicles in tight, confined locations and around other vehicles and pedestrians, under the direction of a Supervisor. The driver operates two vehicle types selected by the Solid Waste Manager and may operate other collection equipment on a temporary, trainee, or emergency basis. Drivers are responsible for maintaining equipment, observing safety precautions, and reporting maintenance needs and other concerns. The position also includes training trainee drivers. Employees may be directed to work during declared or undeclared emergencies, including around-the-clock recall, irregular hours, alternate work locations, and duties outside the regular job description. Work is performed 5% inside a climate-controlled building and 95% outside, including driving. The essential functions involve sitting, standing, and walking for eight or ten hours per day, along with frequent bending, climbing, crawling, manipulation, grasping, kneeling, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, and lifting or carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds; lifting or carrying objects over 50 pounds is occasional. Duties and physical demands vary among roll-off, rear-loader, automated side-loader, front-loader, and claw trucks. The work requires frequent driving and use of City radios, routing devices, tablets, shovels, rakes, and brooms.

Requirements

High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED).
One year of experience operating commercial vehicles requiring a Florida Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B.
Valid Florida Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B.
Knowledge of traffic rules and regulations.
Knowledge of operating commercial vehicles requiring a Florida CDL Class B.
Knowledge of operating hazards and appropriate safety rules and regulations.
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and work independently in regular duties.
Basic computer and/or tablet skills for effective operation and troubleshooting of routing equipment.
Ability to meet the listed physical and sensory requirements, including frequent driving and safely operating vehicles and equipment.
Ability to work as directed during declared or undeclared emergencies, including potential around-the-clock recall and irregular work hours.

Responsibilities

Operate two assigned types of solid waste collection vehicles, selected by the Solid Waste Manager, to collect and transport solid waste, trash, brush, or recycled materials.
Complete at least 160 hours of operation on each assigned truck during the first year and at least 80 hours on each truck in each subsequent year to maintain classification.
Operate other solid waste collection equipment on a temporary, trainee, or emergency basis.
Ensure the truck is operational; fuel, wash, grease, and inspect it before and after trips; and report maintenance or repair needs to the Supervisor.
Follow standard safety precautions when operating equipment and perform routine housekeeping on the assigned equipment.
Notify the Supervisor of issues or concerns requiring attention.
Teach trainee drivers the proper operation of solid waste vehicles.
Manage assignments and priorities, follow procedures supporting risk management and employee safety, and collaborate with team members while taking accountability for work.
Work as directed during declared or undeclared emergencies, which may involve irregular hours, alternate work locations, or duties outside the regular job description.
Perform related work as required.