Solid Waste Driver
City of Victoria TX
Date: 2 weeks ago
City: Victoria, TX
Contract type: Full time
Job Summary
Are you looking for a new and exciting career opportunity? The City of Victoria Environmental Services Department is seeking a Solid Waste Driver. Under general supervision, the successful candidate will operate a truck and loader along established routes to collect solid waste for the City of Victoria. Our employees take pride in their work, and together, we enhance the livability of our community. If you thrive in a friendly, collaborative organization and desire dynamic and challenging work among a team of innovative individuals, then City of Victoria is the place for you. Apply today!
Salary amount offered will depend on qualifications. This is a non-exempt position.
Principal Duties And Responsibilities
Work is performed in an automated garbage truck throughout the City of Victoria and requires exposure to potentially dangerous machinery, hazardous chemicals and substances, and various outdoor weather conditions. May be required to climb ladders and lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Required Qualifications
Education, Training, and Experience Guidelines:
High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred AND two (2) years of driving experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Knowledge of
Must possess a Texas Class B driver's license with Air Brake endorsement.
The City of Victoria offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees that includes but not limited to: health, dental and vision insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 City match, short and long-term disability, holidays, vacation, sick leave, paid parental leave, longevity pay and credit union.
Check out our great Wellness Programs!
Please visit the Human Resources Department's benefits page for more details.
01
Are you 18 or older?
Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?
Do you have a valid Driver's License?
Do you hold a Texas Class B driver's license with Air Brake endorsement?
Agency City of Victoria
Address 702 N. Main Street - 700 Main Center
Suite 120
Victoria, Texas, 77901
Phone 361-485-3500
Are you looking for a new and exciting career opportunity? The City of Victoria Environmental Services Department is seeking a Solid Waste Driver. Under general supervision, the successful candidate will operate a truck and loader along established routes to collect solid waste for the City of Victoria. Our employees take pride in their work, and together, we enhance the livability of our community. If you thrive in a friendly, collaborative organization and desire dynamic and challenging work among a team of innovative individuals, then City of Victoria is the place for you. Apply today!
Salary amount offered will depend on qualifications. This is a non-exempt position.
Principal Duties And Responsibilities
- Follows assigned route to collect solid waste; operates a rear loader vehicle to collect (green) yard waste.
- Identifies and tags receptacles that are not in compliance with collection policies; collects out of service carts for repair or replacement.
- Cleans and sanitizes trucks; performs minor maintenance as needed; completes daily paperwork.
- Participates in cleaning and maintaining the shop and breakroom.
- Performs related duties as required or assigned.
Work is performed in an automated garbage truck throughout the City of Victoria and requires exposure to potentially dangerous machinery, hazardous chemicals and substances, and various outdoor weather conditions. May be required to climb ladders and lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Required Qualifications
Education, Training, and Experience Guidelines:
High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred AND two (2) years of driving experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Knowledge of
- Applicable local, State, and Federal laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances.
- Records maintenance and retention practices.
- Customer services principles, practices, and etiquette.
- Work safety policies, procedures, and practices.
- Following written and verbal instructions.
- Organizing work and setting priorities to meet deadlines.
- Maintaining accurate logs and records.
- Operating a truck safely.
- Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
Must possess a Texas Class B driver's license with Air Brake endorsement.
The City of Victoria offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees that includes but not limited to: health, dental and vision insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 City match, short and long-term disability, holidays, vacation, sick leave, paid parental leave, longevity pay and credit union.
Check out our great Wellness Programs!
Please visit the Human Resources Department's benefits page for more details.
01
Are you 18 or older?
- Yes
- No
Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?
- Yes
- No
Do you have a valid Driver's License?
- Yes
- No
Do you hold a Texas Class B driver's license with Air Brake endorsement?
- Yes
- No
Agency City of Victoria
Address 702 N. Main Street - 700 Main Center
Suite 120
Victoria, Texas, 77901
Phone 361-485-3500
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