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Trash Collector

Bex certified cleaning services llc
Clinton, TN Part Time
POSTED ON 9/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/20/2027

Job Overview

Join our dynamic waste management team as a Trash Collector and play a vital role in maintaining clean, healthy communities. In this energetic and essential position, you will operate various types of garbage trucks, including front loader, rear loader, and roll-off trucks, to efficiently collect and transport waste materials. Your commitment to safety, customer service, and environmental responsibility will ensure our neighborhoods stay pristine and our operations run smoothly. This paid position offers an engaging outdoor work environment where your efforts directly contribute to public health and sustainability.

Duties

  • Safely operate different types of commercial trucks such as front loader, rear loader, and roll-off trucks in accordance with DOT (Department of Transportation) regulations and state transportation laws.
  • Load and unload waste materials efficiently while adhering to hazardous materials regulations and safety protocols.
  • Drive predetermined routes while following traffic laws, traffic signs, and safety guidelines to ensure timely collection.
  • Conduct routine inspections of the garbage truck’s mechanical components, including air brakes and manual transmission systems, to maintain optimal performance.
  • Collect waste from residential, commercial, or municipal sites with a focus on customer service excellence by interacting professionally with clients.
  • Follow proper procedures for handling hazardous or special waste materials when necessary.
  • Maintain accurate logs of daily routes, loads collected, and any incidents or mechanical issues encountered during shifts.

Qualifications

  • Valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) with endorsements for air brake operation and manual transmission preferred.
  • Proven experience operating front loader trucks, rear loader trucks, or roll-off trucks in municipal waste management or similar outdoor environments.
  • Strong knowledge of traffic laws, safety protocols, heavy lifting techniques, and solid waste management practices.
  • Mechanical knowledge related to garbage truck systems for basic troubleshooting and maintenance.
  • Ability to perform physically demanding tasks such as heavy lifting and prolonged outdoor work in various weather conditions.
  • Familiarity with DOT (Department of Transportation) regulations and state transportation laws governing commercial driving.
  • Excellent customer service skills with a professional attitude when interacting with clients or community members.
  • Demonstrated commitment to safety protocol adherence and hazard awareness during route driving and load handling.

Embark on a rewarding career that keeps communities clean while developing valuable skills in commercial driving, mechanical maintenance, and environmental stewardship!

Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $19

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