* Odessa, TX, USA
* 17.45
* Hourly
* Full-Time
*Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance, Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off, Retirement, Free Health Clinic, Free 24/7 Gym, Longevity Pay, Credit Union, Incentive/Skills Pay, Tuition Reimbursement Program, Military Leave, Deferred Compensation, Workers' Compensation, Fire/Police Step Plans*
**Solid Waste Driver**
**S** **ummary** : Under basic supervision, operates specialized trucks and heavy motorized equipment used for a variety of job functions at Solid Waste division of the Public Works Department (PWD); operates vehicles, equipment, and tools in compliance with all safety regulations and standard procedures.
**Essential Functions** **:** *Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following* *:*
* Operates a variety of machinery to move and transfer solid waste, refuse, and discarded materials; operates specialized vehicles for collection and emptying of trash containers.
* Maintains and cleans equipment and reports mechanical defects and vehicle maintenance needs.
* Utilizes proper safety precautions in all work performed; reports problems and emergency situations; recognizes, avoids, and reports unsafe acts, conditions, accidents, and injuries.
* Supports the divisional operations with regular and timely attendance.
* Supports the relationship between the City of Odessa and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.
*Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer.*
**Minimum Qualifications:**
**Education, Training and Experience Guidelines**:
* High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred
* 2 year's work experience operating heavy equipment, preferably with the City of Odessa OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
**Knowledge of**:
* Operation, maintenance, and capabilities of heavy power-driven equipment.
* Safety policies and standards, and safe driving practices in public streets.
**Skill in:**
* Safe and efficient operation and maintenance of vehicles and equipment, vehicle inspection procedures, and making minor adjustments to operating controls.
* Following standard operating and safety procedures and verbal and written instructions.
* Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers.
**License and certification requirements:**
* Texas State Commercial Driver's License Class B is required
* Special vehicle training and licensing may be required.
**Physical demands and working environment**: Work is performed indoors, outdoors, and at City facilities; requires constant physical efforts, and the ability to bend, reach, stoop, and lift objects; may be exposed to safety hazards and dangerous tools and equipment; safety precautions must be followed, including use of safety equipment. City approved safety shoes must be worn.
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