Sanitation Equipment Operator; Refuse

Position

Sanitation Equipment Operator – City of Torrance (Public Works Department – Sanitation Division)

The Sanitation Equipment Operator is responsible for operating heavy vehicle equipment to collect & dispose of solid waste, recyclable commodities, and green waste. Operators drive side, front, or rear loading and/or roll‑off trucks on assigned routes according to established schedule. Operators inspect equipment daily, maintain mileage, weight, route, vehicle inspection, and service records, provide public information on waste removal policies, procedures, and schedules, and respond to complaints.

Work schedule is 10 hours a day, four days a week (4/10 schedule).

• Safely operate side, front, or rear loading and/or roll‑off trucks on assigned routes.
• Inspect equipment daily to ensure safe operation.
• Maintain mileage, weight, route, vehicle inspection, and service records.
• Provide the public with information on refuse, recyclable, and green waste removal policies, procedures, and schedules, and respond to complaints.

Any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills includes formal or informal education ensuring the ability to read and write at a necessary level and one year of responsible experience operating construction, agricultural, or heavy vehicular equipment and/or refuse trucks.

Possess and maintain a valid Class B California Driver's License without any air brake restrictions and medical certification.

• At least one year experience operating heavy vehicular equipment.
• Refuse and recycling collection experience.
• No driving points for at least one year.
• Ability to work effectively with coworkers.
• Good customer skills and public interaction.
• Ability to work overtime on a 4/10 schedule.

Applicants must submit an online application ranceca.gov/Jobs. Recruitment will close after receiving the first 100 applications. Applicants may test for this position only once in a twelve‑month period. For disability accommodations, contact Human Resources up to five business days before the test date.

Background check and pre‑employment medical examination required. Positions perform “Safety Sensitive” functions under U.S. DOT and are subject to federal drug and alcohol testing as per 49 CFR Part 40.

The City of Torrance is an equal‑opportunity employer and works to build collaborative teams from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

The City of Torrance is a welcoming and culturally‑rich community. We strive to be an employer of choice by attracting and retaining a diverse workforce where all backgrounds, cultures, religions, and lifestyles are valued. Our mission is to create an inclusive environment where employees perform at their highest level and contribute to a positive impact.