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Sanitation Driver II

Salary

$23.59 Hourly

Location

Asheville, NC

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2025-01718

Department

Public Works

Division

Sanitation

Opening Date

09/23/2025

Closing Date

10/14/2025 5:00 PM Eastern

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Summary

About our opportunity:

The City of Asheville is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Sanitation Driver II within the Public Works Department, Sanitation Division. If you have a motivated attitude, inclusive team spirit, and are interested in a fulfilling career in public service, we invite you to apply.

The purpose of this position is to provide critical City services to the residents of Asheville. As a Sanitation Driver II you will operate knuckle boom sanitation trucks to collect solid waste along an assigned route, following established safety procedures and accounting for traffic conditions and obstacles. You will also have the responsibility of training less experienced staff as needed, and the opportunity to work on a variety of other departmental projects as available. While this position is not a designated automated driver position, this position may learn and/or drive automated and will receive a supplement for any hours spent driving an automated side-loader.

What you'll be doing:

+ Drives knuckleboom sanitation trucks to collect solid waste along an assigned route: positions vehicle to allow for the most efficient and effective loading or dumping of materials; monitors and adjusts pace of vehicle and collection activities to ensure timely completion of route; operates mechanisms on truck to secure and collect waste; ensures that load is properly balanced, covered, and contained.

+ Utilizes on-board technology (City tablet or cell phone): uses software programs to document and report inspections, on-route issues, tonnages, and other relevant information.

+ Follows established safety procedures: utilizes safety equipment and wears protective gear; monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals; monitors traffic conditions to identify obstructions, pedestrians, or unsafe traffic conditions; and reports any incidents, accidents, problems, or unusual situations.

+ Operates a variety of machinery, equipment, and tools associated with department projects, which may include a rear loader, roll-off truck, forklift, and other tools and equipment.

+ Performs general cleaning and maintenance tasks necessary to keep equipment and tools in operable condition, which may include inspecting equipment, checking/replacing fluids, refueling vehicles, greasing equipment, washing/cleaning equipment, or cleaning shop or work areas; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; and reports faulty equipment to supervisor.

+ Performs related duties in support of department operations: trains less experienced staff in proper operation and use of equipment; assists with brush and manual trash collection; assists during emergency weather events.

+ Communicates with supervisor, subordinates, other City employees, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.

+ Processes a variety of documentation associated with department/division operations, within designated timeframes and per established procedures: receives, reviews, prepares, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate various forms, reports, correspondence, route sheets, tonnage reports, vehicle maintenance logs, and other documentation; compiles data for further processing or for use in preparation of department reports; and maintains computerized and/or hardcopy records.

+ Operates a personal computer to enter, retrieve, review, or modify data, utilizing database, Internet, e-mail, or other software; and operates general office or other equipment as necessary to complete essential functions.

+ Performs other tasks as assigned and/or as needed for the Public Works Department.

Benefits:

+ $23.58 per hour

+ 13 paid holidays, 12 paid sick days, and 10 paid vacation days

+ Full access to the City of Asheville's benefit suite including Medical, Dental, and Life insurance options

+ Enrollment in the North Carolina State Pension Plan and NC State 401K with company matching funds.

About you:

We know your time is valuable. Applicants who meet the following minimum requirements or have comparable experience and/or education will be considered:

+ High school diploma or equivalency (Required).

+ One year of experience operating heavy equipment (Required).

+ Solid waste collection equipment experience, including driving rear packer or knuckleboom collection truck (Preferred).

Licensing and Certifications:

+ Valid NC Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required.

Applicants with equivalent experience and/or education may be considered.

Persons of all genders and races are encouraged to apply.

Other things to know:

Work Schedule: Thís position typically works Mon-Thurs 6:30am-5pm or 7am-5:30pm, depending on assignment. This position may also work Fridays, weekends, holidays, or during weather events, emergency situations, or special events as needed.

Knowledge:

+ Advanced knowledge of procedures and practices to analyze and resolve unusual or difficult problems.

Skills:

+ Ability to learn routes and navigate in the City of Asheville.

+ Ability to read and understand basic workplace data, such as simple forms, tables, graphs, schedules, etc.

+ Ability to conduct research of existing, internal policies and procedures

+ Ability to think creatively in all areas for the purpose of increasing efficiency and effectiveness.

+ Ability to analyze and interpret policy and procedural guidelines and to apply this understanding to tasks.

+ Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written form.

+ Ability to research program documents and narrative materials, and develop reports from information gathered.

+ Ability to analyze situations to pinpoint problems and assist with solving problems or identifying sources of obstacles.

+ Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships as required by work assignments.

+ Ability to work independently with limited supervision.

ADA Compliance:

Physical Ability: Tasks require the ability to exert heavy physical effort in heavy work, with greater emphasis on climbing and balancing, but typically also involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds); may occasionally involve heavier objects and materials (up to 100 pounds).

Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, odor, depth, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors: Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, bright/dim lights, toxic agents, animal/wildlife attacks, or rude/irate customers.

Some positions may require a fingerprint-based SBI background check after a conditional offer and before your start date; HR will provide instructions if applicable.

For benefits-eligible positions, explore our full benefits at AshevilleBenefits.com .

About us:

The City of Asheville is dedicated to providing quality service for the residents and visitors of our beautiful city, nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina. Asheville, NC is a thriving mountain city that has a culture enriched by its diversity.

The City’s policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment. Applicants will be assured of fair treatment in all aspects of recruitment and selection without regard to a person’s age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, genetic information,or disability, except where certain physical and mental requirements are Bona Fide Occupational Qualifications (BFOQ). The City of Asheville is proud to be a second chance employer.

The City of Asheville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

To view our comprehensive benefits package, click here (https://www.ashevillenc.gov/department/human-resources/compensation-and-benefits/) .

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Select your highest level of education:

+ High School/GED

+ Associates Degree

+ Bachelors Degree

+ Masters Degree

+ Doctorate

02

How many years of relevant experience do you have in in driving a rear packer, knuckleboom, or automated solid waste collection truck?

+ Less than 1 year

+ 1 - 3 years

+ 3 - 5 years

+ 5 - 10 years

+ 10 or more years

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Do you have at least one year of experience in the driving of a CDL vehicle?

+ Yes

+ No

Required Question

Employer

City of Asheville

Address

City of Asheville PO Box 7148 Asheville, North Carolina, 28802

Phone

828-259-5690 - Apply Online! - EOE

Website

http://www.ashevillenc.gov/jobs