What are the responsibilities and job description for the Refuse Truck Operator - Recycling & Litter Services position at City of Savannah, GA?
Salary : $47,025.00 Annually
Location : Garden City, GA
Job Type : Full-Time Permanent
Job Number : 2502288
Department : Sanitation Department
Division : Recycling & Litter Services Division
Opening Date : 02 / 11 / 2025
Closing Date : 2 / 21 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern
Purpose
Need a change? We have an opportunity that will bring positive change to your life! Apply today to become a Refuse Truck Operator with the City of Savannah. As a Refuse Truck Operator, you will be responsible for the operation of a refuse collection truck, pan truck, dump truck and / or other assigned equipment.
Come join our team as we offer great pay, excellent benefits and career progression!
We look forward to having you onboard!
Essential Job Functions
- Performs vehicle safety and operation checks before beginning route.
- Informs supervisors of any vehicle problems.
- Completes all pre-check forms.
- Drives a recycling truck on an assigned route.
- Directs staff on vehicles.
- Collects acceptable recyclables.
- Ensures that all carts are serviced and empty.
- Records carts not on curb; records damaged carts; records bulk item piles.
- Ensures that all litter routes are serviced maintaining the cleanliness of City streets, lanes & rights-of-way.
- Collect bulk items and special trash collections.
- Reports any violations of city codes to supervisor.
- Enforces safety regulations.
- Answers questions from customers.
- Collects animal carcasses.
- Contacts supervisor regarding injuries or accidents.
- Cleans and inspects vehicles at end of day.
- Completes daily reports and daily log.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED equivalent; with two (2) years of medium and / or heavy equipment operation and maintenance experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must possess and maintain a valid state Class B Commercial driver's license with an acceptable driving history.
This is a safety sensitive and critical workforce position.
Work Hours : Varies
Work Location : 1809 W US Hwy 80
Additional Requirements
Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post offer / pre-employment medical screen; and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment.
Additional Information
CITY OF SAVANNAH EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Overview of Benefits
Paid Holiday
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Defined Benefit Retirement Pension Plan
Protective Services Retirement Plan (select positions)
Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan
Retirement Seminars
PPO Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Health & Wellness Incentives
Long Term Disability
Excellence and Service Recognition
Employee Development and In-Service Training
Educational Assistance Program
Uniform Allowance (select positions)
Employee Assistance Program
Discounts and Memberships
Employee Relations
Direct Deposit
Credit Union
Pretax Parking Deductions
Employer Assisted Home Purchase Program
Domestic Partnership Benefits
Healthcare
PPO Medical Plus Plan
PPO Medical Basic Plan
Dental Plus Plan
Dental Basic Plan
Vision Service Plan
Life Insurance
Basic Life and ADD
Supplemental Life Employee
Supplemental Life Spouse
Supplemental Life Child
Benefits costs are paid by the City of Savannah, by the employee or shared by both the City and the employee.
Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?
Do you have a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License?
How many years of medium and / or heavy equipment operation and maintenance experience do you have?
Are you able to work a flexible schedule?
Required Question
Salary : $47,025
