Route Driver , II or Senior; Class B CDL

Route Driver I, II or Senior (Class B CDL Required)

Apply for the Route Driver I, II or Senior (Class B CDL Required) role at the City of Plano Environmental Waste Services team. If you are passionate about making a real difference and want to be part of a dedicated team that keeps Plano clean and green, this is your chance to shine. Whether you are just beginning your journey as a Route Driver I, or looking to elevate your career as a Route Driver II or Senior Route Driver
, we have an incredible opportunity for you to grow, learn, and thrive in the Public Works department.

The salary range for the Route Driver I is $21.77 - $26.13 per hour; the range for the Route Driver II is $22.86 - $27.44 per hour and for the Senior Route Driver position is $24.01 – $28.81 per hour.

At the City of Plano, our values make us who we are and guide us as we SERVE our city. As members of Team Plano
, our organizational Values (what is most important to us) make up the acronym,
SERVE (Stewardship Engaged Respectful Visionary Excellence).

Public Works Vision and Core Values:
Team members have a sense of ownership and pride in their jobs as members of our Public Works department. They are well-trained, competent, able to accomplish all aspects of their job – and prepared to move into the next role. Our Public Works Core Values are Respect, Teamwork, Trust, Safety, and Communication.

• Operates refuse and recycling trucks along designated routes; transports loads to various refuse, recycling, and composting stations.
• Operates various heavy specialized equipment.
• Inspects assigned vehicles and equipment for safety checks and to ensure proper performance and operation.
• Performs routine maintenance for assigned vehicle and equipment; reports any repair needs to supervisor.
• May assist in inspecting incoming loads of yard debris and recycling for contamination.
• Responds to routine customer inquiries; refers complaints or problems to supervisor as needed.
• Regular and consistent attendance for the assigned work schedule is essential.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

The Route Driver determines whether assigned vehicles and equipment are in safe operating condition and whether any actual or potential safety hazards exist prior to operating. The incumbent determines appropriate methods to accomplish assigned work. The incumbent must determine if materials in accordance with City ordinances to allow collection.

• Knowledge of: Proper operation and maintenance of vehicles and equipment used in collection; safety requirements and standards applicable to operating vehicles and equipment; appropriate safety equipment and procedures; applicable ordinances, regulations, and policies regarding the collection and disposal of refuse, recyclables, and yard debris;
  City of Plano streets and address locations.
• Skill in: Communicating clearly both verbally and in writing; operating vehicles and equipment in accordance with safety policies, procedures, and regulations; completing basic mathematical calculations.
• Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Experience: One (1) year of experience operating heavy equipment and vehicles.
• Licenses and
  
  Certifications:
  
  Texas Class “B” Commercial driver’s license (prior to employment) for Environmental Waste Services division.
• Conditions of Employment: Must pass a drug test, driver license check, criminal history background check, periodic CJIS background check (for positions requiring access into Police buildings) and social security number verification check.

• Completion of assigned route duties within scheduled work time.
• Operates various heavy specialized equipment as needed.
• Inspects assigned vehicles and equipment to ensure proper performance and safe operation; performs routine maintenance for assigned vehicle and equipment.
• May be responsible for training new Route Drivers on all equipment operations.
• Regular and consistent attendance for the assigned work schedule is essential.
• Operates refuse and recycling…