Waste Services Operator I (Class B CDL Required)

City and County of Denver • Denver, CO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Waste Services Operator I works for the City and County of Denver’s Department of Transportation and Infrastructure, Solid Waste Management, delivering trash collection and related services to the Denver community. The position may be assigned to the LIP or Tipper Crew and performs collection duties according to its assigned crew and operational needs. Work is based out of the Central Platte Campus and includes field work throughout Denver on a four-day, 10-hour schedule, with opportunities for overtime.

The operator safely drives solid waste collection vehicles to collect and transport waste, recycling, or compost along designated routes. The work may involve high-traffic areas, congested roads, driveways, alleys, and lots. Operators also load and unload materials at disposal or recycling facilities, document service and operational issues using route-management technology, perform vehicle inspections and basic servicing, and interact courteously with the public.

Requirements

• High school graduation or a GED, HiSET, or TASC certificate; additional appropriate experience may substitute for the minimum education requirement.
• Two years of general labor experience, including six months of experience driving light- to medium-sized equipment.
• A valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL Class B) with appropriate endorsements at the time of application; licenses and certifications must remain current during employment.
• At the time of application, a valid CDL clear of restrictions or prohibited status in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Clearinghouse.
• Ability to demonstrate proficiency in English for commercial driving, including conversing with the public, understanding highway signs and signals, responding to official inquiries, and making entries on reports and records.
• Ability to get in and out of vehicles and equipment multiple times per day.
• Ability to work in varying conditions, including inclement weather, dust, and fumes.
• Ability to read and follow route maps.
• Ability to work overtime when needed.
• Must pass a background check, physical, and drug test.

Nice To Haves

• Experience driving and operating trash collection vehicles.
• Knowledge of streets within the City and County of Denver.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a solid waste collection truck, such as a rear loader, roll-off, or other equipment, on designated collection routes and transfer collected material to a disposal site.
• Load and unload waste and recycling materials at landfills, recycling centers, or similar facilities.
• Collect dead animals or bulky items when assigned as a special assignment.
• Read and interpret route maps to plan efficient collection routes.
• Interpret rules and regulations regarding collected materials and container suitability.
• Use route-management technology, tablets, and communication systems to document completed service and operational issues.
• Identify unsatisfactory waste containers and tag them according to departmental procedures.
• Respond courteously to public inquiries and provide information within the area of assignment.
• Complete daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections in accordance with federal guidelines.
• Assist with preventive equipment maintenance by washing and servicing vehicles with water, oil, and fuel.
• Prepare routine operating reports, including materials collected, miles driven, and fuel used.
• Properly report uncollected refuse and complete collection duties.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• A guaranteed lifelong monthly pension after vesting with five years of service.
• 457B Retirement Plan.
• 140 hours of PTO earned within the first year, plus 12 paid holidays, one personal holiday, one Wellness Day, and one volunteer day per year.
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans effective within one month of the start date.
• Opportunities for increased earnings through overtime, averaging approximately 12 days per year.

What This Job Offers

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