Solid Waste Driver

City of Odessa • Odessa, TX

23h • Onsite

About The Position

Under basic supervision, operates specialized trucks and heavy motorized equipment for a variety of functions in the Solid Waste division of the Public Works Department. 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. Safety precautions and safety equipment must be used, and City-approved safety shoes must be worn.

Essential functions may include the listed duties but are not limited to them. Duties may change or include assignments not listed, and reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description is not an employment agreement and may be changed by the employer at any time.

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 on public streets.
• Skill in the 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 coworkers.
• Texas State Commercial Driver's License, Class B, required.
• Special vehicle training and licensing may be required.
• Ability to bend, reach, stoop, and lift objects; constant physical effort is required.
• Must wear City-approved safety shoes and follow safety precautions, including use of safety equipment.

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; report mechanical defects and vehicle maintenance needs.
• Follow safety precautions and report problems and emergency situations.
• Recognize, avoid, and report unsafe acts and conditions, accidents, and injuries.
• Support divisional operations through regular and timely attendance.
• Interact courteously and cooperatively with the public and City staff.
• Maintain confidentiality of work-related issues and City information.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned.

What This Job Offers

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