What are the responsibilities and job description for the Waste Collection Driver position at City of Cleveland Heights, OH?
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENT # 2025-110 AH
APPROVED C.S.C. MEETINGMINUTES 11/21/2025
WASTE COLLECTION DRIVER - Examination (OPEN)
Filing Of Application
Application must be made electronically through the City of Cleveland’s website:
www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cleveland
THE ELECTRONIC APPLICATION PERIOD IS FROM 12:01 A.M. ON FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2025 UNTIL 11:59 PM ON THURSDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2025. NOTE: APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER 11:59 PM ON THURSDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2025.
SALARY: The prevailing salary for this position as established by Ordinance of the Council of the City of Cleveland is $28.00 per hour.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
EXPERIENCE EVALUATION: An experience evaluation consists of a quantitative evaluation of an Applicant’s academic training and experience pertinent to the classification for which an examination is taken, based on the statement of experience as recorded on the candidate’s application and on academic training based on required credentials.
Operates the truck mechanism for loading, unloading, and compacting. Drives a dump truck, manual or automatic shift, with hydraulic lifts and compressing operations. Must have a knowledge of the streets of Cleveland. Performs the duties for which the truck was designed. Is responsible for the normal, preventative maintenance of his/her assigned vehicle such as, but not limited to, checking oil, checking tires, checking water, checking fuel, fuel lights, and packer blade operations. Keeps daily written records as required by division. Performs other job-related duties as required.
High School Diploma or GED required. Valid State of Ohio Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Class B required. Two years of full-time paid experience operating a Waste Collection vehicles or straight truck within the last five years required. Must have a good driving record and comply with a ten year background check.
NOTE: Minimum qualifications must be met as of the last day of the filing period unless otherwise stated.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE
Veterans' preference will be awarded, when applicable, to eligible veterans in accordance with Civil Service Rules 4.40E, 4.40F and 4.40G. Proof of active service or a DD Form 214, must be presented to the Commission at the time of filing application for the examination in which credit is sought in order to qualify for veterans' credit. If the applicant has received an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions that applicant shall receive an additional five (5) points added to their raw score on the examination; or ten (10) points are added to their raw score on the examination if applicant’s supporting documentation indicates more than fifteen percent (15%) service connected disability.
NOTE: Only DD Form 214 (long form) or an official armed service document indicating type of discharge or separation and the dates of active service will be accepted as proof of active service.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin/ancestry, military status, disability, age and religion.
APPROVED C.S.C. MEETINGMINUTES 11/21/2025
WASTE COLLECTION DRIVER - Examination (OPEN)
Filing Of Application
Application must be made electronically through the City of Cleveland’s website:
www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cleveland
THE ELECTRONIC APPLICATION PERIOD IS FROM 12:01 A.M. ON FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2025 UNTIL 11:59 PM ON THURSDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2025. NOTE: APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER 11:59 PM ON THURSDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2025.
SALARY: The prevailing salary for this position as established by Ordinance of the Council of the City of Cleveland is $28.00 per hour.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
EXPERIENCE EVALUATION: An experience evaluation consists of a quantitative evaluation of an Applicant’s academic training and experience pertinent to the classification for which an examination is taken, based on the statement of experience as recorded on the candidate’s application and on academic training based on required credentials.
Operates the truck mechanism for loading, unloading, and compacting. Drives a dump truck, manual or automatic shift, with hydraulic lifts and compressing operations. Must have a knowledge of the streets of Cleveland. Performs the duties for which the truck was designed. Is responsible for the normal, preventative maintenance of his/her assigned vehicle such as, but not limited to, checking oil, checking tires, checking water, checking fuel, fuel lights, and packer blade operations. Keeps daily written records as required by division. Performs other job-related duties as required.
High School Diploma or GED required. Valid State of Ohio Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Class B required. Two years of full-time paid experience operating a Waste Collection vehicles or straight truck within the last five years required. Must have a good driving record and comply with a ten year background check.
NOTE: Minimum qualifications must be met as of the last day of the filing period unless otherwise stated.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE
Veterans' preference will be awarded, when applicable, to eligible veterans in accordance with Civil Service Rules 4.40E, 4.40F and 4.40G. Proof of active service or a DD Form 214, must be presented to the Commission at the time of filing application for the examination in which credit is sought in order to qualify for veterans' credit. If the applicant has received an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions that applicant shall receive an additional five (5) points added to their raw score on the examination; or ten (10) points are added to their raw score on the examination if applicant’s supporting documentation indicates more than fifteen percent (15%) service connected disability.
NOTE: Only DD Form 214 (long form) or an official armed service document indicating type of discharge or separation and the dates of active service will be accepted as proof of active service.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin/ancestry, military status, disability, age and religion.
Salary : $28