Refuse Truck Driver

Refuse Truck Driver

Salary

$49,156.02 Annually

Location

1410 W 5th Street, Owensboro, KY

Job Type

Full time

Job Number

2026-00026

Department

PW, Sanitation

Opening Date

07/07/2026

Closing Date

7/25/2026 11:59 PM Central

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description

Safety sensitive position regulated by the Dept. of Transportation due to Commercial Drivers License requirement, responsible for becoming qualified and operating as part of a crew and/or driving multiple solid-waste collection trucks, dump trucks, or any other equipment associated with the department. Performs preventive maintenance on assigned equipment. Public service-oriented personality a must.

Starting pay $23.6327/hr.

Provided benefits include but are not limited to:

• Health Insurance
• Group life insurance
• Wellness program
• CERS retirement through Kentucky Retirement Systems

Paid time off includes:

• Vacation
• Sick time
• Holidays (for eligible employees)

Examples of Duties

Primary essential functions include but are not limited to;

• Drives large vehicles/equipment, including but not limited to; refuse packer truck, or truck equipped with hydraulic lifting device;
• Transports refuse collectors, leaf rakers, on designated routes;
• Operates automated trash cart lifting device on truck;
• Unloads refuse truck;
• Performs preventive maintenance on assigned equipment.

Typical Qualifications

Required at Time of Application:.

• High School diploma or GED
• Valid Drivers License
• Valid CDL, Class B or higher

Experience as a CDL driver is preferred but not required.

Supplemental Information

TO APPLY:

Application must be received no later than Saturday, July 25, 2026. Visit www.owensboro.org; Click on "Join Our Team" and the position link; click Apply. First-time users need to create an account as instructed. If you have any questions, or wish to confirm receipt of your application, call Brook Glass at (270) 687-8540 or toll free (888) 616-8540 prior to application deadline. Hearing impaired, call TDD/Voice (270) 687-4459.

The City of Owensboro is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

EEO/AA--M/F/V/D

ADA accommodation may be requested by calling (270) 687-8542.

Provided benefits include but are not limited to:

Health Insurance

Group Life Insurance

Wellness Program

Retirement

Paid time off includes, but is not limited to:

Vacation

Sick Time

Holidays (for eligible employees)

Benefits are subject to change.

01

Do you possess a valid CDL, Class B or higher, with a P (Passenger) endorsement? (Required within 11 months of employment).

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a valid Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

03

If you do not possess a high school diploma or GED, do you have 1 year experience as a bus driver or similar position?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have a CDL, Class B or higher (required at time of application)?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Owensboro

Address 101 E. 4th Street

Owensboro, Kentucky, 42303

Phone 270-687-8540

270-687-8861

Website http://www.owensboro.org