Recycling and Trash Operator

Do you like to work at your own pace, finish your day on time, and make a real impact by keeping the community clean?

The City is seeking dependable, safety-minded individuals to operate CDL-required trucks on assigned collection routes. This position involves collecting and disposing of household waste, vegetative debris, large household items and recyclables in a safe and responsible manner. Drivers are assigned daily routes and are expected to work as part of a crew operating heavy equipment, assisting with collection at stops, and supporting special events as needed.

If a candidate does not currently hold a CDL but has prior experience in recycling, trash collection, or a related field, the Department will provide paid, hands‑on CDL training upon hire to obtain the required license.

As a family-oriented operation, shifts are 4 days a week (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday), beginning at 5:30 AM and employees will be home well before dinnertime!

The department is looking to hire for these positions quickly.

• OPERATE CDL REQUIRED TRUCK by performing required morning pre-trip and evening post-trip inspections, learning assigned routes, using the cart tipper and packing system, and safely unloading collected materials using the truck ejection system.
• COLLECT AND DISPOSE OF WASTE AND RECYCLEABLES in coordination with crew members, including household trash, recycling, vegetative debris and bulky items. Ensure recycling guidelines are followed and maintain safe practices at all times.
• MAY NEED TO ASSIST CREW AT COLLECTION STOP by exiting the truck to physically help with loading and ensuring all materials are collected safely and efficiently (if needed).
• DELIVER AND REMOVE CARTS by receiving and completing work orders, verifying correct cart sizes for new customers, and retrieving carts from vacant addresses.
• SUPPORT SPECIAL ASSIGNMENTS including working City holidays and festivals, delivering carts or barrels for special events, assisting other drivers as needed, and cleaning the truck weekly.
• MAINTAIN A CLEAN AND SAFE WORK ENVIRONMENT by following safety protocols and proper equipment operation procedures.

• Support cleanup and sanitation needs at City-sponsored festivals, events, and community cleanups.
• Work is assigned daily and may vary based on route needs and weather conditions.
• Expected to work most City holidays and may be required to work before, during, and after inclement weather or natural disaster events (essential position).
• Able to operate handheld route tablets.

• High school diploma or equivalent and one year of relative experience in truck driving/operating or trash collection.
• Valid U.S. driver's license
  • If candidate does not have a CDL, must be able to obtain within 120 days of hire through on the job training.
• Ability to obtain a FEMA - NIMS 100 and 700 certifications through independent study courses within 90 days of hire.
• Basic computer skills are required for online training and daily work interactions with handheld route tablets.

• Push and pull over 100 lbs. occasionally - candidate will be asked to push and pull a sled weighing 90 pounds.
• Lift and carry 50-100 lbs. frequently - candidate will be asked to climb, lift and walk carrying 80 pounds, 5 times.
• Lift or carry 20-50 lbs. constantly - candidate will have to climb, lift and walk carrying 50 pounds, 5 times.

This position generally works in a vehicle but is also required to work outdoors in the elements.