Co-Driver Environmental Services

About the Role

Drives a solid waste truck and collects refuse (household, bulk, or recycling) on designated City routes.

Requirements

• Current, valid Commercial Class A or B Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Operator's License with the "L" air brake restriction lifted
• Must submit proof of license at time of application (picture or copy of current valid Class A or B CDL)
• Must be or become a resident of the City of Pittsburgh prior to employment and maintain residency throughout employment
• Applicants holding an out-of-state Commercial Driver’s License must transfer the equivalent license to Pennsylvania within 90 days of start date
• Must pass a pre-employment background investigation (includes criminal background, driver's license, and City of Pittsburgh real estate tax payments)
• Must pass a medical examination before date of hire

The City of Pittsburgh conducts pre-employment and promotional background investigations on all candidates. Environmental Services may also require a written or performance skills assessment as part of the pre-hire screening process.

Responsibilities

• Drives a solid waste truck and collects refuse (household, bulk, or recycling) on designated City routes
• Empties containers and carries, lifts, and loads solid waste (weighing up to 75 to 100 lbs.) into truck daily
• Drives to and from landfill and on route
• Replaces refuse containers and ensures surrounding area is clean
• Performs daily pre- and post-inspection of vehicle (checks oil, water, gas, tire condition, etc.) and reports malfunctions and maintenance needs
• Requests periodic maintenance on vehicle
• Maintains accurate records for equipment and work routes
• Cleans and maintains cab area of truck, ejection blade, and sweeper
• Observes proper safety precautions in the operation of the truck's hydraulic and packing system
• Receives and refers resident complaints to assigned foreman/supervisor
• Performs other related tasks and duties as assigned or required

Pay

$25.44 per hour

Union Information

This position is included in the Teamsters Local Union 249 bargaining unit and will be filled in accordance with the provisions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.