Solid Waste Driver

Closing Date: 06/6/2026
Salary: $23.83 hourly rate

Driving position handling the collection of solid waste, trash, brush, or recycled materials. Operates a solid waste collection vehicle in tight, confined locations and in the presence of other vehicles and pedestrians, under the direction of a supervisor.

• Leadership
  • Demonstrates understanding and reflection of the City’s mission, vision, and values and commits to organizational goals.
  • Champions a high-performance work culture that encourages new ideas, develops individuals, and embraces diverse perspectives.
  • Articulates strategic and innovative thinking and provides clarity to deliver superior services.
  • Approaches the job with enthusiasm and curiosity to promote a solutions-oriented work culture.
• Management
  • Effectively manages assignments and priorities to ensure fulfillment of projects, tasks, and responsibilities.
  • Follows suggested procedures to assure the highest standards of risk management, employee safety, and risk avoidance.
• Technical
  • Operates front-loader, roll-off, claw, auto side-loader, and/or manual rear-loader as directed by the Solid Waste Manager.
  • Completes a minimum of 160 hours of operation of each truck during the first year; 80 hours in subsequent years.
  • Conducts pre‑trip and post‑trip inspections, reports maintenance needs, and performs routine housekeeping.
  • Teaches trainee drivers proper operation of solid waste vehicles.
• Team Skills
  • Supports honest and transparent decision-making.
  • Collaborates with all team members, builds upon ideas, and takes personal accountability and ownership of assignments.
  • Exhibits a positive attitude and encourages others to do the same.
  • Performs related work as required.

Employees are required to work during declared or undeclared emergencies, with irregular hours and duties beyond the official job description.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• One year experience operating commercial vehicles requiring a Florida Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class
  
  B.
• Possession of a valid Florida CDL Class
  
  B.

• Knowledge of traffic rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of operation of commercial vehicles requiring a Florida CDL Class
  
  B.
• Knowledge of hazards of operation and appropriate safety rules and regulations.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instruction and to work independently.
• Basic computer and/or tablet skills for routing equipment.

5% indoor climate-controlled environment; 95% outdoor driving. Must sit, stand, walk 8–10 hours daily and perform frequent bending, stooping, lifting up to 50lb, and occasional lifting over 50lb.

Truck types and requirements:

• Roll‑off – 53in. cab height, requires 56‑in. climbing; heavy pushing/pulling for container servicing.
• Rear‑loader – 19in. cab height; routines include lifting up to 50lb.
• Automated Side‑loader – 43in. cab height; services 65‑/95‑gal containers.
• Front‑loader – 40in. cab height; services 2–8cubic‑yard dumpsters.
• Claw Truck – 46in. cab height; runs crane, rakes debris, and empties container.

• Drug testing:
  Yes (Safety Sensitive).
• Childcare fingerprinting:
  No.
• Credit check:
  No.
• Security clearance:
  May be subject to FDLE, CJSTC, and Largo Police Department clearance.

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Wellness programs and Flexible Spending or Health Savings Accounts.
• Paid life insurance and AD&D coverage with optional supplemental life insurance.
• Defined Contribution 401(a) plan with city match for full‑time members.
• Public Safety members participate in retirement plans as per union agreements.
• Optional Deferred Compensation 457(b) and/or Roth 457(b) plans.
• 11 paid holidays, 24/7 fitness center access, tuition reimbursement, and professional development opportunities.