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Garbage Operator II

The City of Charleston, SC
Charleston, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 11/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/4/2027
This job will be accepting job applications until the position is filled.

Annual Salary:

$55,594.50 - $55,594.50

Hourly:

$28.51 - $28.51

Department:

Environmental Services, Public Service

Division:

Municipal Solid Waste

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Job Description:

In this role, you will be responsible for driving and operating a refuse collection vehicle or street sweeping vehicle on an assigned route

Examples of Duties:

  • Drives and operates an assigned collection vehicle in a safe manner on an assigned route for the collection of refuse.
  • Capable of operating multiple types of equipment.
  • Familiarizes self with routes and interprets route maps.
  • Places refuse in the collection vehicle either manually or using a semi-automatic container lifting system.
  • Uses a broom, shovel, pitchfork, or other safe means to pick up loose or spilled garbage or trash.
  • Places empty cans off street in a neat and tidy manner.
  • Completes pre- and post- route checks of assigned vehicle and route reports on a daily basis.
  • Maintains assigned safety equipment and uses it properly at all times.
  • Assesses and reports any unexpected mechanical problems to prevent further vehicle damage and/or unsafe operation.
  • Reports environmental code violations to supervisor.
  • Trains subordinates familiarizing the Driver-in-training with the responsibilities of a Driver.
  • Assumes the responsibilities of the Route Leader or Route Supervisor in their absence on an assigned basis.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 1 year of related driving experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Current South Carolina Commercial Driver’s License – Class B.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • May require evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.
  • In the event of major storms or other emergency situations, this position may be subject to 24-hour shifts or any other emergency schedule that is necessary to meet the City’s needs.

The City of Charleston is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity ( EEOC) as a fundamental policy to be implemented and observed in our daily operation. Our full EEOC statement can be found on our website: www.charleston-sc.gov [charleston-sc.gov]

Salary : $55,595

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