Sr. Solid Waste Equipment Operator

Sr. Solid Waste Equipment Operator

Salary

$51,919.14 - $77,878.84 Annually

Location

Field Operations 6210 W. Myrtle Ave., Glendale, AZ

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2026-04741

Department

Field Operations

MUNIS- Org Description

Commercial Frontload

Opening Date

10/13/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

Hours per Week

40

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Description

Responsible for the safe, economical, efficient operation and care of heavy solid waste equipment, primarily a Front Loader (FL), used to collect, transport, and disposal of commercial solid waste trash and recyclables in the Solid Waste Management Division of Field Operations Department. This class may also operate other solid waste heavy and specialize equipment such as Automated Side Loader (ASL), Roll-Off (RO), Rear Loader (RL), Bulk Trash Case Tractor, Street Sweeper, and bin delivery equipment based on department need and/or on a regular basis.

This position will be open until filled, applications will be reviewed and referred on a weekly basis.

Essential Functions

• Operates all assigned heavy and light duty equipment using defensive driving techniques in accordance with policy, procedures, and training, guidelines.
• Performs daily required DOT CDL pre- and post-trip inspections.
• Cautiously operates hydraulic hand controls to collect, dump, and compacts garbage and recyclables into solid waste front load truck while covering a designated route in a residential or commercial zone. Unloads refuse truck at landfill, transfer station, or similar facility.
• Accurately reads and follows a paper or digital route map/list.
• Performs a variety of manual duties in the clean-up of scattered refuse.
• Moves objects such as dumpsters on casters weighing up to 2,000 pounds.
• Moves objects such as trash bins and containers to perform daily work assignments. Opens and closes gates for walk in service, unlocks and locks gates and dumpsters.
• Performs routine maintenance and minor repairs on the equipment such as cleaning, fueling, checking, and adding oil, filling radiator, and maintaining tire pressure.
• Keeps daily logs of work performed, mileage, tons dumped, equipment condition and performance.
• Accurately and timely completes accident report forms and time sheets.
• Interacts with customer with respect and integrity.
• Operates a portable radio.
• Assists with training new Equipment Operators as needed.
• Operates city vehicles which require a Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications/Special Requirements/Success Factors

Two years of experience in the operation of solid waste heavy automotive and specialized equipment.

Preferred: Qualified on trash collector Front Loader refuse truck.

Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education.

Knowledge of:

• The functions, limitations, safe operating methods, and care required for a wide variety of complex solid waste equipment
• Hazards and safety rules and precautions in heavy equipment operation
• Traffic laws, ordinances and rules involved in equipment operation
• Advanced operation, maintenance, and servicing of all solid waste equipment; and street layouts and routes
• Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations, relating to CDL license holders in the performance of safety-sensitive functions

Skilled in:

• Safe, efficient operation of assigned equipment and observance of traffic laws and regulations

Ability to:

• Perform general maintenance and service requirements of equipment in area of responsibility
• Input data into a PC, tablet, or terminal
• Read and comprehend street maps
• Record work activities and maintain daily logs and journals
• Detect needed repairs to make necessary operations adjustment
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions and ability to work independently
• Coordinate eye and hand movements
• Perform the physical requirements of the job including heavy manual labor
• Accurately and timely fill out accident reports
• Deal with the public in the resolution of solid waste service problems
• Identify hazardous or special waste and take appropriate reporting action
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with city employees and the general public
• Operate city vehicles which require a Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Special Requirements

• A valid Arizona Class B Commercial Driver's License at time of application is required.

• Any employee operating a motor vehicle on City business must possess and retain a current, valid State of Arizona class-appropriate driver's license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver's license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on City business are subject to driver's license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on City business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance.

• Registration with the FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse (Clearinghouse) is a requirement for all CDL holders. Selected candidates will be required to register and authorize the City of Glendale to conduct limited queries on their CDL for the duration of their employment in order to be considered for this role. Register by visiting https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/Register

• This position is classified as safety-sensitive which requires candidates to successfully undergo drug and alcohol testing prior to employment. They will be subject to further drug and alcohol testing throughout their period of employment in accordance with the City of Glendale Substance Abuse policy. A post-offer physical assessment is required. The City of Glendale will incur the cost of all required testing.

• Must work holidays, weekends, mandatory overtime, and special events as needed.

Success Factor Classification Level - Foundational

To view the success factor definitions please click here. (If needed, click here to download PDF reader).

This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

Work requires lifting up to 50 pounds, pushing/pulling trash containers, moving dumpsters on caster weighing up to 2,000 pounds and other objects, sitting and climbing. When performing manual labor work requires walking, standing, raking, lifting, bending. Enters, exits, and operates city vehicles which require a Commercial Driver's License (CDL). Rough driving, driving in heavy traffic, exposure to dust fumes, weather extremes, and hazardous materials such as solvents, adhesives, paints, hot oil and other chemicals.

Benefit information is outlined here: https://www.glendaleaz.gov/Your-Government/Connect/Departments/Human-Resources-Risk-Management/Benefits

01

Do you agree that the information submitted in your application, resume, and the answers you provide to the following questions will be accurate, truthful, and are a true representation of your actual job duties and experience as listed in your application job history? Please note, any misstatement of material facts, misrepresentation, or falsification of job role, job title, or job duties will be grounds for disqualification from further consideration and may result in termination of employment.

• No, I do not agree.
• Yes, I agree.

02

Are you a current City of Glendale employee?

• Yes
• No

03

How many years of experience do you have in the operation of solid waste heavy automotive and specialized equipment?

• Less than 1 year of experience.
• Between 1 and 2 years of experience.
• Between 2 and 3 years of experience.
• Between 3 and 4 years of experience.
• Between 4 and 5 years of experience.
• More than 5 years of experience.
• None of the above.

04

How many years of experience do you have in Sanitation Route Collections?

• Less than 1 year of experience.
• Between 1 and 2 years of experience.
• Between 2 and 3 years of experience.
• Between 3 and 4 years of experience.
• Between 4 and 5 years of experience.
• More than 5 years of experience.
• None of the above.

05

Please indicate your Customer Service experience as it relates to this position.

• Yes, (resolving customer complaints, managing service expectations).
• None.

06

How many years of experience do you have in Solid Waste Collections?

• Less than 1 year of experience.
• Between 1 and 2 years of experience.
• Between 2 and 3 years of experience.
• Between 3 and 4 years of experience.
• Between 4 and 5 years of experience.
• More than 5 years of experience.
• None of the above.

07

How many years of experience do you have operating heavy automotive, specialized equipment, front loader, or side loader refuse trucks?

• Less than 1 year of experience.
• Between 1 and 2 years of experience.
• Between 2 and 3 years of experience.
• Between 3 and 4 years of experience.
• Between 4 and 5 years of experience.
• More than 5 years of experience.
• None of the above.

Required Question

Employer City of Glendale (AZ)

Address 5850 W Glendale Ave.

Glendale, Arizona, 85301

Phone 623-930-2270

Website http://www.glendaleaz.gov