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Bin Truck Driver

Salary

$53,604.00 - $66,180.00 Annually

Location

City of Santa Monica, CA

Job Type

Full-Time Regular

Job Number

253086-01

Department

Public Works

Division

Resource Recovery & Recycling

Opening Date

11/24/2025

Closing Date

12/11/2025 5:30 PM Pacific

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Job Summary

DEFINITION

Operates light vehicles and specialized motorized equipment to pull refuse bins out of subterranean garages and commercial or residential areas. Picks up, hauls and disposes of bulky items and heavy trash.

SUPERVISION

Receives direct supervision from a Resource Recovery and Recycling Supervisor and/or designee who makes detailed work assignments, frequently reviews work in progress, and evaluates assigned tasks and work. Exercises no supervision over staff.

Only the first 50 qualified applications received will be accepted for further consideration.

Representative Duties

Responds to work order assignments to pick up bulky and large trash items from residential and commercial customers.

Follows assigned route by utilizing a route sheet; removes, and places bins back according to assigned route sheet.

Loads, hauls and disposes of trash, debris and heavy objects.

Operates a variety of refuse collection equipment such as stake bed trucks and bin trucks in the collection of commercial and residential refuse.

Performs heavy manual work in the daily collection of trash. May empty containers into designated refuse trucks.

Compacts the refuse in the collection vehicle when necessary to ensure good loads and prevent littering of streets.

Responds to reports of damaged refuse and recycling containers and performs repairs using a variety of hand tools. Responds to calls on two-way radio.

Provides customer service in the field.

Performs a daily safety check and routine servicing of assigned refuse collection vehicles.

Prepare simple reports.

Address safety-related issues on the operation of collection vehicles and/or new equipment.

Identifies and reports damaged containers.

Follows applicable safety rules and regulations.

Performs other related duties, as assigned.

Requirements

Knowledge of:

Safe work practices and procedures.

Basic vehicle and equipment maintenance.

Traffic laws.

Effective customer service techniques.

Ability to:

Safely and properly operate power and specialized equipment.

Drive and operate collection equipment safely in variable weather conditions and narrow and tight spaces.

Perform physical labor for sustained periods.

Read maps, charts, route sheets and gauges.

Follow oral and written instructions.

Work in narrow and tight spaces.

Lift and carry heavy objects.

Learn applicable rules, regulations and procedures.

Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with City employees and the general public.

Provide effective customer service.

Skill in:

Reading, writing, and communicating at an appropriate level.

Education, Training and Experience:

High school graduation or the equivalent.

One year of recent, paid work experience performing maintenance or repair work which has included heavy physical labor. Recent experience in the solid waste field is desirable.

Licenses and Certificates:

Possession of a valid Class C driver license.

Working Conditions :

Work is primarily performed outdoors in the field in seasonal climate and variable weather conditions. Outside work is performed around moving objects, vibrations, noise, dirt, dust, and slippery surfaces and various odors. Physical demands include walking, standing, reaching, carrying, bending, lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling heavy objects. May be required to work evenings, weekends and holidays and during emergencies, as assigned

Supplemental Information

How to Apply:

Applicants must submit a clear, concise, completed on-line City Application along with any required supplemental application materials with the Human Resources Department by the filing deadline. If you do not submit your on-line application by the filing deadline, you will not be considered for this position. Please note, applications may be rejected if incomplete. Resumes, CVs and cover letters are not reviewed as part of the application screening process.

Selection Process:

All applicants must submit clear, concise and complete information regarding your work history and qualifications for the position. All applicants will be reviewed and only those applicants determined to be most qualified on the basis of experience, training and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate further in the selection process.

Testing will consist of the following:

Structured Evaluation of Qualifications - 100%

If three or more qualified City employees apply and pass the examination, a promotional list will be established in addition to an open-competitive list. If fewer than three qualified City employees pass the examination, the appointing authority, in accordance with the City's civil service rules and regulations, can decline to use a promotional list, in which case a promotional list will not be established for this position.

Background Investigation:

Candidates who have successfully completed all prior phases of the selection process will be subject to a thorough background investigation.

Inclusion & Diversity Statement

The City of Santa Monica is a progressive, inclusive and culturally-rich community. As leaders in public service, we strive to be an employer of choice by attracting and retaining a highly-talented workforce where people of diverse races, religions, cultures and lifestyles thrive. Our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where our staff are empowered to perform at their highest level and where their differences make a positive impact.

The City is an equal opportunity employer and strives to build balanced teams from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create a workplace that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our employees. Join us!

Special assistance with the application and examination process is available, upon request, for persons with disabilities. Call (310) 458-8246, TDD (310) 458-8696 (Hearing Impaired Only).

Please note the request for reasonable accommodations must be made to Human Resources at least three work days prior to the examination.