What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sanitation Driver/Collector I position at City of Temple Terrace?
Position: Sanitation Driver/Collector I
Position No.: 7.230
Department: Public Works
Salary Range: $22.43 - $24.67 per hour
This is routine, heavy manual work in Public Works’ Sanitation Division collecting, loading, and disposing of residential and commercial solid waste and recycling materials. Responsibilities include operating solid waste collection vehicles and equipment; maintaining dumpsters and roll-off containers and division’s facilities and equipment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of residential and commercial solid waste collection recycling, and disposal practices and methods.
- Knowledge of operating and maintaining solid waste and recycling equipment and facilities.
- Knowledge of the division’s occupational hazards and safety practices.
- Ability to lift, carry, and maneuver bulky and heavy materials; lift objects up to 75 pounds routinely and rapidly perform heavy manual work in all weather conditions.
- Knowledge of the City’s geographical area or ability to learn within six months of employment.
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and the public and exercise good judgment and tact.
Training, Certification, and Experience
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Minimum six months route collection experience, including experience operating solid waste collection and packer equipment.
- Or, an equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Special Requirements
- Valid Florida Commercial “B” driver’s license.
The City of Temple Terrace is a drug-free workplace.
A pre-employment drug screen, criminal history background investigation, and a driver’s license verification may be conducted.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE EMPLOYER
POSTING DATE: April 23, 2025
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled.
Applications may be obtained @ https://www.templeterrace.gov/Jobs.aspx
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.43 - $24.67 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
License/Certification:
- CDL (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Temple Terrace, FL 33617 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Temple Terrace, FL 33617: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $25
