Solid Waste Driver

Ready to Start Your Career with the City of Temple? Summary Solid Waste Driver, under the general supervision of the Foreman, drives a collection truck on a designated route, manually collecting and disposing of waste. This role involves vehicle operation, routine maintenance, issue reporting, and strict adherence to safety and traffic regulations. Essential Duties And Responsibilities - Operates a solid waste collection vehicle following an established route utilizing route management software - Enters and exits vehicle throughout route to push/pull containers, operate hydraulic mechanisms used in collection of debris and pick up small items as needed - Deposits solid waste items at designated location (landfill, Brazos River Authority, etc.) - Operates tablet software designed for assigned route - Assists neighboring route(s) when needed - Communicates with other drivers, office staff and supervisor to report problems in the field - Completes daily vehicle maintenance checklist on routing software tablet and documents faulty/inoperable items - Tops-off fuel tank(s) daily; washes, cleans and maintains interior/exterior of collection vehicle, to include packer bodies, collection mechanisms, storage areas, etc. - Performs minor maintenance on trucks to include greasing of systems, light bulbs, mud flaps, etc. - Ensures all safety equipment is operational (flashing caution lights, camera, etc.) - Adheres to defensive driving rules, obeys traffic laws and follow city policies and safety guidelines - Performs other duties /assumes responsibility for other routes and trucks as assigned - Driver assignment areas: - Residential Driver: Operates a right-hand drive truck using hydraulic levers to lift containers for dumping; Five (5) 8-hour shifts per week; 7:00am-3:30pm - Brush/Bulk Driver: Operates and climbs in/out of truck (2-6 steps) with every collection stop to use hydraulic overhead boom, collects brush/landscape debris, bulky items including furniture, mattress