Sanitation Driver

Brief Description

Under general supervision, maintains and operates Sanitation vehicles and equipment to collect and remove solid waste and refuse, coordinates with Sanitation Loaders in the performance of duties.

Performs vehicle inspections to ensure safe operation of City equipment and operates city solid waste vehicles in the performance of assignments.

Follows scheduled routes and safely navigates City streets while performing refuse and solid waste pickups and coordinates with Sanitation Loaders in completion of assigned route and assignments.

Operates heavy equipment to perform waste and refuse collections; completes pre- and post-trip inspections of equipment; performs special assignments for refuse collection as directed by supervisor.

Assists with training Sanitation Loaders and coordinates with the supervisor for assignment, scheduling, routes, and training assignments.

Performs refuse dumping at assigned locations and follows all TCEQ, OSHA, EPA, road, and safety regulations in performance of assignment and operation of equipment.

Coordinates with landfill personnel for removal of waste and refuse in department equipment.

Responds and interacts with the public in the completion of duties, answers questions, and assists with special refuse or waste assignments.

Has frequent contact with employees, citizens, local state, federal agencies, and other city departments.

Ability to arrive to work on time and must maintain a regular and reliable level of attendance.

Performs other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of routes, equipment and operating procedures of solid waste collection, recycling, and landfill operations.
• Knowledge of Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) & Environmental Protection Agency rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of management methods used in operation and maintenance of refuse collection services.
• Knowledge of refuse collection and recycling methods.
• City organization, operations, policies, and procedures.
• Operating equipment and vehicles found in a typical solid waste collection, recycling, or landfill operation.
• Using computers and software programs as necessary.
• Promoting and enforcing safe work practices.
• Following and effectively communicating verbal and written instructions.

High School diploma or equivalent and one (1) year of experience in manual labor, construction, or equivalent; OR

Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

A Valid Class B Commercial Texas driver license and the ability to maintain a satisfactory driving record.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees who work an average of 30 hours per week over the course of a year, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis. To learn more details, visit our benefits page.

City of Ennis Benefits