Side Loader Equipment Operator (Automated Truck Driver)

Side Loader Equipment Operator (Automated Truck Driver)

Salary

$22.20 - $27.30 Hourly

Location

6927 WEST COMMERCE, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78228, TX

Job Type

4A Full-Time

Job Number

2026-01168

Department

Solid Waste Management

Opening Date

07/16/2026

Closing Date

8/2/2026 11:59 PM Central

Grant Funded

No

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Job Summary

Under immediate supervision, is responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of side loader truck. Collects materials and provides collection service to the citizens of the City of San Antonio on any assigned route. Transports collected materials to appropriate City disposal or processing facilities. Exercises no supervision.

Work Location

• Southwest Service Center - 6927 W. Commerce
• Southeast Service Center - 1318 SE Loop 410 Access Rd
• Northeast Service Center - 10303 Toolyard

Work Schedule

6:30 AM - 4:30 PM Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday (4 days a week/10 hour shifts)

Essential Job Functions

• Operates and maintains side loader truck.
• Prepares vehicle for daily assignment by performing pre-trip inspections.
• Maintains personal protective equipment and prepares safety equipment to be used during the workday.
• Collects all materials from assigned route, frequently lifting and carrying brush or bulky waste weighing 40 pounds.
• Unloads collected materials at disposal or processing facilities.
• Prepares drivers report at the end of the day to report any malfunctions with the truck.
• Cleans cab of assigned truck at the end of the day and washes truck once a week.
• Courteously responds to citizens inquiries about departmental services and programs.
• Delivers literature which identifies acceptable and non-acceptable materials.
• Operates assigned vehicle in a safe manner in accordance with all safety rules and traffic laws.
• Performs other related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

• Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.
• Six (6) months of experience operating a vehicle requiring a CDL or completion of the Solid Waste Management Departments Apprentice II Program or the completion of an SA: Ready to Work CDL Training Program.
• Valid Texas Commercial Class "B" Drivers License.

Applicant Information

• Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
• Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
• Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
• If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of vehicle safety procedures and practices.
• Knowledge of commercial vehicle operating procedures.
• Knowledge of vehicle maintenance.
• Ability to safely operate a side loader vehicle in heavy traffic and in all types of weather conditions.
• Ability to learn City streets.
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and co-workers.
• Ability to establish and maintain a cooperative working relationship with co-workers, supervisors and the general public.
• Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.
• Working conditions are primarily outside with frequent exposure to temperature extremes, dust; damp/wet surfaces, and high noise level.

Benefits Information

The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.

For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:

http://www.sanantonio.gov/hr/employee_information/benefits/index.asp

Note:

• Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
• Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.

Additional Information

The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.

If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is 210-207-8705 and our fax number is 210-207-2285.

01

Are you a current regular full time or part time CoSA employee?

• Yes - I am a Full Time City Employee.
• Yes - I am a Part Time City Employee.
• No - I am not a Full Time or Part Time City Employee.

02

Are you a San Antonio Ready to Work Program (SARTW) or Train for Jobs San Antonio Program (TfJSA) participant?

• Yes - SA Ready to Work Program
• Yes - Train for Jobs SA Program
• Yes - Both Programs
• No

03

Are you a veteran or active member of the armed forces?

• Yes
• No

04

What best describes your highest level of education at the end of the current semester?

• Some High School
• High School Diploma or GED recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency
• 30+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 60+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Associates Degree from an accredited college or university
• 90+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 120+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university
• Masters Degree from an accredited college or university
• PhD, JD, or other Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university
• None of the above

05

Do you have a valid Texas "B" Commercial Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance?

• Yes
• No

07

How many years of experience operating a vehicle requiring a CDL do you have?

• None
• Less than 6 months
• 6 months - 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years or more

08

Have you successfully completed the Solid Waste Management Departments Apprentice II Program?

• Yes
• No

09

Have you successfully completed the SA: Ready to Work CDL Training Program?

• Yes
• No

10

Describe a time when you exhibited teamwork in a professional setting. What was your role? What was the outcome? If you do not have this experience, please respond with N/A

11

I acknowledge that this position is considered to be a primary driving position and I will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing as defined in AD 4.3, Alcohol and Controlled Substance Testing and AD 4.8, Driver Safety Program. I further understand that the City of San Antonio has a zero-tolerance policy for which termination of employment will result for positive drug or alcohol test results.

• I agree

12

I understand that for this position I will be required to pass a DOT physical examination conducted by a City of San Antonio medical provider and receive a minimum of a 1-year medical certification card as a condition of employment. I further understand that this requirement applies to current City employees applying for CDL positions and if I am a current City employee, I will no longer be grandfathered under the Driver Safety Program Administrative Directive 4.8 if I apply and am selected for this position.

• I agree
• I disagree

13

I understand that if I have a need for a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment and interview process, I can contact the Human Resources Department at AskHR@sanantonio.gov or 210-207-8705. I further understand that if an accommodation is necessary to perform the position for which I have applied, I can contact HR after an offer has been extended.

• I acknowledge.

Required Question

Employer City of San Antonio

Address Human Resources Department

San Antonio, Texas, 78205

Phone 210-207-8705

Website http://www.sanantonio.gov/HR/CareerCenter.aspx