Solid Waste Driver

City of Copperas Cove • Copperas Cove, TX

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About The Position

Collects and disposes of solid waste and recyclable materials in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal rules and regulations. The position operates garbage trucks and other equipment, completes assigned collection routes, transports waste to the landfill, bales cardboard, and delivers recyclables to vendors. Commercial services may include delivering and servicing roll-off containers. The role also maintains transfer-station grounds, performs vehicle preventive-maintenance checks, and picks up litter and debris around the facility. Regular and timely attendance is an essential function. The driver receives direct supervision from the Supervisor Solid Waste - Operations and may perform other assigned duties, including serving on employee committees.

The position requires a high school graduation or equivalent and one to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A valid state CDL driver’s license is required, or the ability to obtain one before employment. Duties involve operating heavy or light equipment and working outdoors in varied weather and physical conditions. Selection may include an application review, interview, reference check, job-related tests, a DOT pre-employment physical, and pre-employment and random drug tests.

Requirements

• Graduate from high school or have an equivalent qualification.
• Have one to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Hold a valid state CDL driver’s license or be able to obtain one before employment.
• Be able to operate heavy equipment, a garbage truck, or light equipment.
• Know applicable policies, laws, and regulations affecting solid-waste activities.
• Know city geography and street layout.
• Be able to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; write simple correspondence and complete reports; and present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group settings.
• Be able to perform basic arithmetic, including operations involving American money and units of weight, volume, and distance.
• Meet the physical demands of the role, including frequently lifting or moving up to 25 pounds and occasionally lifting or moving up to 50 pounds.
• Complete a DOT pre-employment physical and pre-employment and random drug tests, as applicable to the selection process.

Responsibilities

• Collect and dispose of solid waste and recyclable materials by operating a garbage truck or light equipment.
• Complete assigned routes in a timely fashion.
• Transport waste to the landfill, bale cardboard, and deliver recyclables to vendors.
• Write tickets and perform commercial services, including delivering and servicing roll-off containers.
• Maintain transfer-station grounds.
• Perform preventive-maintenance checks on vehicles.
• Pick up litter and debris around the facility.
• Perform other related duties and special assignments as required.
• Maintain regular and timely attendance.

What This Job Offers

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