Truck Driver

Job Title: Truck Driver

Salary range: $ 22.4481 - $35.9169 DOQ/E

Department: Public Works

Hours: Part-Time / Temp

Job Description:

Under the general supervision of the Operations Manager, operates refuse truck, and performs manual labor in the collection and disposal of refuse and trash; may perform other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:      

  • Operates solid waste trucks, and assists with the collection of refuse from residential, businesses, and other facilities;

  • Empties trash and garbage cans into sanitation truck;

  • Uses pitch forks, shovels, and similar hand tools to pick up general refuse and trash from curbside and other areas;

  • Rakes alleys, pulling garbage out for the loader to get on the truck;

  • Cleans sanitation trucks and dumpsters; 

  • Empties recyclables into trucks; and

  • Performs other assigned duties.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:

  • High School Diploma or G.E.D.;

  • One year of experience in solid waste collection and disposal;

  • Or any equivalent training, education, and/or experience; and

  • Valid State of Florida Class “B” C.D.L. Driver’s License.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • Working knowledge of Village policies and procedures;

  • Ability to act as a representative of the Village to the public;

  • Safely work around heavy equipment and machinery;

  • Accurately follow oral and written instructions; and

  • Ability to effectively communicate with others.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Work requires considerable physical effort in the handling of materials up to 100 pounds and/or continual climbing, standing, or walking for prolonged periods.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:      

Work environment involves risks or discomforts which require special safety precautions typical of such places as streets, and parks, e.g., working around chemicals, equipment, or machinery, etc.; and may require working in adverse weather conditions.  Must be able to lift, carry, and/or push articles weighing up to 100 lbs.

Open until filled. Submit resume to hr@msvfl.gov                                                 

Miami Shores Village is a drug-free workplace.  Miami Shores Village complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).  Miami Shores Village is an equal-opportunity employer.  Veterans’ preference will be awarded under applicable Florida law.  All resumes are subject to Florida Public Records Law.