Solid Waste Truck Driver

City of Racine•Racine, WI

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Superintendent of Public Works or designee, the Solid Waste Truck Driver collects solid waste and recyclable materials placed at the curb or alley line and responds to snow and ice control needs. The role operates a 25-yard rear-loading refuse truck, transports refuse to the Transfer Station, and delivers recyclables to collection sites. Starting pay is $26.95 per hour. City residents receive a 4% differential on top of the hourly pay range. The position involves outdoor work and exposure to loud noise, exhaust fumes, traffic, dust, and weather conditions including extreme heat and cold. It requires regular, sometimes sustained physical activity, including walking over uneven surfaces, bending, stooping, kneeling, jumping, standing or walking continually, and lifting or carrying items weighing up to 50 pounds. The City of Racine is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid Class A or Class B commercial driver's license.
Valid Class D regular driver's license.
Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
Ability to read and understand street maps and associated routing.
Ability to safely and proficiently operate various trucks and equipment.
Ability to communicate proficiently and courteously with the public.
Ability to follow established guidelines, procedures, and policies for maintaining a safe and efficient workplace.
Ability to perform assigned physical tasks.

Responsibilities

Operate a 25-yard rear-loading refuse truck.
Drive the refuse vehicle to and from the Transfer Station.
Remove and dispose of solid waste materials placed out for collection.
Remove and deliver recyclable materials to various collection sites.
Operate equipment and perform snow and ice control tasks, including snow plowing, spreading salt, and shoveling sidewalks and crosswalks.
Maintain a consistent and reliable attendance record.
Perform related tasks as assigned by supervision.