Refuse Truck Driver

The City of Perryville is currently accepting applications for a Refuse Truck Driver within the Street Department of Public Works. Your primary duties would include utilizing GPS mapping and route optimization software while driving and operating the trash truck to load and unload solid waste. Once trained, members of this team are required to participate in a rotating after-hours on-call schedule typically serving about one week every other month.

Employees of the City receive a competitive benefits package which includes:

• 100% employer-paid health and life insurance for the employee
• 100% employer-funded retirement through LAGERS retirement program
• 14 paid Holidays per year
• 13 paid PTO days during your first year of employment
• 8 paid Long Term Care days per year for FMLA-qualifying events

The starting annual salary is $42,701 with an increase to $44,410 after successfully completing the probationary period. Depending on qualifications, previous certifications may constitute a higher starting salary. City residency is not required; however, any prospective on-call employee shall reside within a 35-mile and 45-minute radius of their worksite.

A strong preference will be given to applicants with the following skills, abilities and qualifications:

• Prior experience with GPS mapping and route optimization software (preferred)
• High school diploma or equivalent GED (required)
• Valid Missouri driver’s license (required)
• Class B CDL license with air brake endorsement (required)
• Applicants who do not hold a CDL at the time of hire must be able to obtain as a condition of employment

This position is open to the public as well as current City employees. Previous applicants must reapply. Applications are available at City Hall, 215 North West Street, Perryville, MO 63775 or www.cityofperryville.com and will be accepted until the position is filled. Initial review of applications will begin on Friday, September 25, 2026. The City of Perryville reserves the right to notify only those individuals selected for an interview as to the status of their application for employment.

The City of Perryville is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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