Solid Waste Driver

City of Odessa • Odessa, TX

1d • $22 - $31

About The Position

Under basic supervision, the Solid Waste Driver operates specialized trucks and heavy motorized equipment for a variety of functions in the Solid Waste division of the Public Works Department. The role operates vehicles, equipment, and tools in compliance with safety regulations and standard procedures. Work is performed indoors, outdoors, and at City facilities, and involves constant physical effort and exposure to potential safety hazards and dangerous tools and equipment. Required precautions include following safety procedures and wearing City-approved safety shoes.

The listed duties represent essential functions but are not exhaustive; additional duties may be assigned, and reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description is not an employment agreement and may be changed by the employer.

Requirements

• Two years of work experience operating heavy equipment, preferably with the City of Odessa, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Knowledge of the operation, maintenance, and capabilities of heavy power-driven equipment.
• Knowledge of safety policies and standards and safe driving practices in public streets.
• Skill in safe and efficient operation and maintenance of vehicles and equipment, vehicle inspection procedures, and making minor adjustments to operating controls.
• Ability to follow standard operating and safety procedures and verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with co-workers.
• Texas State Commercial Driver's License Class B is required.
• Special vehicle training and licensing may be required.
• Ability to perform constant physical efforts, including bending, reaching, stooping, and lifting objects; must follow safety precautions and wear City-approved safety shoes.

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery to move and transfer solid waste, refuse, and discarded materials.
• Operate specialized vehicles to collect and empty trash containers.
• Maintain and clean equipment, and report mechanical defects and vehicle maintenance needs.
• Use proper safety precautions; report problems and emergency situations and recognize, avoid, and report unsafe acts, conditions, accidents, and injuries.
• Maintain regular and timely attendance in support of divisional operations.
• Interact courteously and cooperatively with the public and City staff, maintain confidentiality of work-related issues and City information, and perform other duties as required or assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed