Solid Waste Truck Driver (4 Openings)

City of Memphis

Memphis, TN

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
CDL Driver's License, Cleaning Equipment, Dump Truck/Tipper, Hand Tools, Human Resources, Loading/Unloading, Physical Demands, Testing, Truck Driver, Waste/Garbage/Recycle Collection
LOCATION
Memphis, TN
POSTED
3 days ago

Salary Range:$49,281.18 - $49,281.18

Works under the supervision of an assigned supervisor. Operates and drives various types of trucks, one (1) ton and up, including stake-type dump trucks, and mechanical equipment associated with performing the job. Performs routine maintenance such as, lubricating, fueling and cleaning equipment. Performs manual tasks such as loading and unloading material and street clean-up which may include picking up dead animals, broken glass, and other debris from the street.

Ability to read, write, and understand written and verbal instructions. Must possess and maintain a valid Class "B" Tennessee (or equivalent out-of-state) Commercial Driver''s License and must comply with Federal Department of Transportation (DOT) Alcohol and Drug testing rules as a condition of continued employment. Working experience and knowledge operating and driving a variety of trucks preferred. Must successfully complete job-related skills testing designated by Human Resources.

  • Performs additional functions (essential or otherwise) which may be assigned.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Requires ability to operate assigned equipment and to engage and disengage attachments. Requires ability to climb onto equipment. Must be able to handle various hand tools. Requires bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, standing, pushing, pulling, and lifting (approx. 50 lbs.). Must be able to traverse on various surfaces. Requires ability to lift trash and debris.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Majority of work is performed outdoors exposed to dust, changing weather conditions and temperatures. May be exposed to noise and traffic.

  • Performs additional functions (essential or otherwise) which may be assigned.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Requires ability to operate assigned equipment and to engage and disengage attachments. Requires ability to climb onto equipment. Must be able to handle various hand tools. Requires bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, standing, pushing, pulling, and lifting (approx. 50 lbs.). Must be able to traverse on various surfaces. Requires ability to lift trash and debris.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Majority of work is performed outdoors exposed to dust, changing weather conditions and temperatures. May be exposed to noise and traffic.

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City of Memphis