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Tractor Trailer Operator - Solid Waste Management

City and County of Denver
City and County of Denver Salary
Denver, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 3/3/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/29/2025

About Our Job

This position requires a performance assessment which involves a pre-trip inspection, post-trip inspection, and maneuvering / driving. To be considered for this position, you must pass this assessment. Additional detailed information will be provided via email once you are invited for the assessment.

With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose - for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver.

What We Offer

The City and County of Denver offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. The salary range for this position is $28.00 - $31.00 / hour. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but are not limited to :

  • A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service
  • 457B Retirement Plan
  • 140 hours of PTO earned within first year 11 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday and 1 volunteer day per year
  • Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date

Location

In this position you can expect to report to the Cherry Creek Transfer Station (7301 E. Jewell Ave., Denver, CO 80231) 4 days per week - either Monday thru Thursday or Tuesday thru Friday - 6 : 30 AM to 5 : 00 PM.

Who We Are & What You'll Do

The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DOTI), through its employees, enhances the quality of life in Denver by efficiently delivering effective, high quality, safe and equitable public infrastructure, and services. For more information, please visit the DOTI website.

DOTI's Commitment to Equity :

  • DOTI is committed to providing attention and resources to the areas, assets and people of the city with the greatest need. Through equitable contracting, equitable investments, and equitable workforce development.
  • DOTI's culture revolves around four key principles : (1) Invest in Our People, (2) Operate with Discipline, (3) Use Data to Drive Decisions, and (4) Deliver Results.
  • Solid Waste Management provides trash collection service, hazardous waste removal, recycling, and a composting program for single family Denver homes and multi-family dwellings with up to seven units, municipal facilities, and Denver Public Schools. The agency's Graffiti Removal Program removes graffiti from private and commercial property and the public Right-of-Way. The Keep Denver Beautiful campaign is housed in this agency.

    The Solid Waste Management team has an opening for a Tractor Trailer Operator. Job duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following :

  • Operate a tractor trailer, lowboy, box, or hauler to transport and haul materials, goods, equipment, and large and heavy construction and earthmoving equipment from one location to another, load and unload cargo, materials, and supplies, while operating the semi-tractor trailer within inter-city routes.
  • Decide the equipment needs for each assigned project and ensure compliance with safety guidelines and standards.
  • Do pre and post trip inspections of vehicles and equipment, per federal guidelines
  • Observe on-board instruments and controls while operating equipment and take routine corrective action if malfunctions are indicated.
  • Perform manual labor in the construction, maintenance, and repair of City infrastructure when not driving or operating equipment at the worksite.
  • Assist in preventative maintenance on equipment by washing and servicing vehicles with water, oil, and fuel, performs basic maintenance, and make minor running repairs.
  • Keep trip records and logs, report vehicle defects and operational issues, report accidents and traffic violations, which includes damage to the vehicle.
  • Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner and provides information within the area of assignment.
  • Participate in snow removal duties and responsibilities.
  • Provide training to less experienced employees.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
  • What You'll Bring

    Our ideal candidate will have prior experience operating a tractor trailer.

    Required Minimum Qualifications

  • Education Requirement : Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate.
  • Experience Requirement : Two (2) years of experience operating equipment at the Semi-Tractor Trailer Operator level or three (3) years of experience operating medium sized, specialized equipment.
  • Education / Experience Equivalency : Additional appropriate experience may be substituted for the minimum education requirements.
  • License / Certifications : This job requires driving. Requires a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL "A") with appropriate endorsements at time of application. Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment.
  • Application Deadline

    This posting will accept applications until 11 : 59 PM on Friday, February 28, 2025. Please submit your application as soon as possible to ensure consideration.

    About Everything Else

    Job Profile

    CJ2960 Tractor Trailer Operator

    To view the full job profile including position specifications, physical demands, and probationary period, click here.

    Position Type

    Unlimited

    Position Salary Range

    26.21 - $39.32

    Starting Pay

    28.00 - $31.00 / hour

    Agency

    Dept of Transportation & Infrastructure

    Assessment Requirement

    Performance Test

    The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and / or local law.

    It is your right to access oral or written language assistance, sign language interpretation, real-time captioning via CART, or disability-related accommodations. To request any of these services at no cost to you, please contact Jobs@Denvergov.org with three business days' notice.

    Applicants for employment with the City and County of Denver must have valid work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the U.S.

    For information about right to work, click here for English or here for Spanish.

    Salary : $26 - $39

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