What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sanitation Driver II position at City of Midland, Texas?
The City of Midland is hiring a dependable and safety-minded Sanitation Truck Driver to support essential waste collection and disposal services. As a key part of our Solid Waste Division, you’ll operate refuse collection vehicles, assist with bulk and yard waste pickup, support recycling efforts, and help maintain the cleanliness and health of our community.
Whether you're navigating city streets behind the wheel or pitching in on the ground, your work will directly impact the quality of life in Midland. If you take pride in a job well done and enjoy working outdoors in a team environment, we invite you to roll up your sleeves and apply today.
Knowledge of processes used in the collection and disposal of waste materials. Ability to read and write and follow oral and written instructions from supervisor. Skill in the use of various equipment and machinery such as hand tools and heavy equipment utilized in disposal activities such as compactors, lifts, claws and various hydraulic systems as well as shovels, brooms and rakes.
High school diploma or equivalent preferred with six months to one year of experience in a related position. Valid Texas Class B Commercial Driver's License required.
Whether you're navigating city streets behind the wheel or pitching in on the ground, your work will directly impact the quality of life in Midland. If you take pride in a job well done and enjoy working outdoors in a team environment, we invite you to roll up your sleeves and apply today.
- Drives a sanitation vehicle and collects and disposes of solid waste from containers. Collects and disposes of yard waste and large, bulky items when assigned to hand pick up.
- Travels to and from the landfill in order to dispose of waste materials.
- Assists in litter pickup and similar programs when required.
- Maintains and inspects vehicles and performs safety checks daily.
- Maintains records of work performed for supervisor such as vehicle check list, trip logs and repair reports.
- Any solid waste management activity required of the solid waste management division in order to adequately perform public service responsibilities.
- Assists in recycling activities.
- Assists in solid wasted disposal related activities when not driving a regular route.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Knowledge of processes used in the collection and disposal of waste materials. Ability to read and write and follow oral and written instructions from supervisor. Skill in the use of various equipment and machinery such as hand tools and heavy equipment utilized in disposal activities such as compactors, lifts, claws and various hydraulic systems as well as shovels, brooms and rakes.
High school diploma or equivalent preferred with six months to one year of experience in a related position. Valid Texas Class B Commercial Driver's License required.