Solid Waste Truck Driver Trainee

City of El Paso • Various Locations within the City of El Paso, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under immediate supervision, attend and complete classroom and field training in the operation of Refuse Trucks and other related Solid Waste Equipment. This is a temporary position that may lead to a permanent position with the City of El Paso.

Requirements

• One (1) year of experience operating light or medium trucks or related automotive equipment.
• Valid Texas Class “B” Commercial Driver’s License or equivalent from another state.
• Incumbents of positions requiring a CDL or of a safety sensitive nature are subject to drug and alcohol testing, and may be required to pass physical qualification examinations in accordance with federal regulations.

Responsibilities

• Attend and complete classroom and field training in the operation of Refuse Trucks and related Solid Waste Equipment.
• Attend training in solid waste truck driver functions; personal protective equipment; safety and emergency practices; proper backing procedures; disposal procedures; performing pre/post trip inspections; defensive driving; departmental requirements; policies and procedures; solid waste ordinance; standard operating procedures; traffic laws; planning and executing collection routes; and public relations and customer service skills.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed