SOLID WASTE TRUCK OPERATOR

Open to all qualified candidates. Tentative examination dates: Week of 09/14/26 (blind application & supplemental scoring) and Week of 09/28/26 (performance examination). Dates may change due to unforeseen circumstances.

About the role

Under supervision, operates various types of solid waste collection trucks and performs heavy manual labor in the collection, trucking, and disposal of refuse and recyclable materials.

Responsibilities

• Operates various types of solid waste collection trucks (front loader, side loader, rear loader, bin handling unit, forklift, bin delivery truck-and-trailer, and automated unit) on an assigned route.
• Picks up and loads refuse and recyclable materials into the truck.
• Operates mechanism for loading, compressing, and dumping refuse and recyclable materials.
• Drives to designated area to deliver refuse and recyclable materials.
• Safely operates the solid waste collection truck, packing, and dumping apparatus.
• Ensures the solid waste collection truck is properly fueled, equipped, lubricated, and serviced.
• Washes interior and exterior of solid waste collection truck.
• Reports needed repairs immediately.
• Answers citizen complaints and responds to inquiries from the business community regarding potential service.
• Maintains required written records, including documenting field issues in writing.
• May supervise solid waste field crews.
• May participate in related cross-training opportunities.

Requirements

• Knowledge of traffic laws involved in equipment operations.
• Knowledge of safe operations and safety precautions necessary for operating various types of solid waste collection trucks.
• Physical stamina to engage in heavy manual labor.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, fellow employees, and the public.

Qualifications

Possession of a valid California Class "B" driver's license or equivalent without air brake restriction at time of appointment.