Sanitation Operator

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Position Description

Under general supervision, Sanitation Operators provide customers with convenient, cost-effective collection services for green waste, refuse, and recyclables. Our purpose as an organization is to preserve the community's environment by collecting and managing green waste, trash, and recyclable materials in a professional, safe, and efficient manner through teamwork, education, and high-quality service.

Sanitation Operators are responsible for collecting discarded waste materials, supporting community clean-up activities, and completing all tasks in accordance with established delivery and collection schedules. They are expected to interact with the public in a courteous and respectful manner. Operators work independently in the field and exercise sound judgment consistent with established policies and procedures.

There are several vacancies in the Department of Public Utilities, Solid Waste Management Division. Immediate and future vacancies will be filled from this eligible list for a period of three (3) months from the date the eligible list is created, with the option of extending that period for up to a maximum of two years at the City's discretion. If the examination process is suspended for this recruitment, the eligible list may be limited to three (3) months.

The Requirements

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the posted filing deadline in order to qualify for the examination, however this does not assure a place on the eligibility list.

Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent GED completion; AND

One (1) year of experience in the operation of construction, agricultural, or solid waste collection and related equipment.

OR

Two (2) years of experience operating a commercial vehicle which requires a Class B Driver's License. Class A Driver's License is also accepted.

Possession of a valid Class B California Driver's License, without airbrake restriction, at time of application and maintain a valid Class B California Driver's License for the entire term of employment in this classification. APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT, AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION, A CURRENT COPY OF THEIR DRIVING RECORD FROM THE STATE DEPARTMENT OF MOTOR VEHICLES (DMV) ISSUED NO LATER THAN 30 DAYS PRIOR TO SUBMITTING OF APPLICATION. Applications lacking DMV printouts will be rejected.

In addition, the ideal candidates will possess strong customer service skills, possess a clean driving record, be safety-minded, and able to deal with the public in a positive and courteous manner.

The selected eligible candidates certified will be required to successfully pass a Department interview and a Department of Justice fingerprint prior to employment with the City of Fresno.

Additional Requirements

Eligibles certified for consideration for this position will be required to successfully pass a Department interview and a Department of Justice fingerprint process prior to employment with the City of Fresno.

Some positions have been designated as being "safety sensitive" and require all eligibles offered employment to successfully pass a drug test prior to employment. Federal law requires that applicants for positions involving the operation of certain transit vehicles, revenue service vehicles, the transportation of hazardous materials, or heavy equipment over 26,001 pounds requiring a commercial driver's license, must undergo pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment. This classification is subject to random drug and alcohol testing throughout entire term of employment in this class.

The Examination Process

The examination process may consist of the following:

Written Examination 100%: The written examination is designed to assess a candidate's knowledge in the following areas: ability to understand and follow written instructions, apply residential service rules, map reading, vehicle maintenance and preoperational vehicle checks, safety, and interpersonal relations/customer service.

The Written Exam has been tentatively scheduled for the week of: November 16, 2026.

Candidates must achieve a passing score to qualify for the eligible list.

The City reserves the right to amend any phase of the examination process should there be a limited number of successful candidates. Should such amendment be exercised, a candidate's final score and placement on the eligible list would be based upon the completed examination phase(s).

Veteran's Preference

Candidates applying for veteran's preference are required to submit a copy of their DD214 with their application during the specified filing period. Evidence must be presented to indicate that the candidate was discharged honorably from the military service. Veterans, including City employees, must resubmit proof of honorable service for every examination for which veteran's preference credit is requested. Qualified veterans who pass the examination will have five (5) points added to their final score.

How To Apply

For information on how to complete an online application, please visit the Help & Support tab. For NEOGOV Application Assistance, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io. ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS AND MATERIALS ARE ACCEPTED and must be submitted by midnight on the closing deadline, or they will not be accepted for any reason.

Required licenses, certifications, and education must be verified with supporting documents. Foreign education must be evaluated by a credential evaluation service recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Please ensure all relevant attachments are uploaded with your application.

For the work experience section, provide detailed descriptions of job duties for each position related to the specific role you are applying for. Resumes are not a substitute for completing this section and will only be reviewed as supplemental information, not for determining minimum qualifications.

For other City of Fresno employment opportunities, please view our Careers Homepage. If you have recruitment questions, please call our office at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Our office is located at 2600 Fresno Street, Room 1030, Fresno, CA 93721.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Should you need a special accommodation due to a qualifying disability, please contact the Personnel Service Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io in advance of the examination.

Benefits

3% Salary Increase, effective June 15, 2026

Bargaining Unit 1

Non-Supervisory Blue Collar

International Union of Operating Engineers, Stationary Engineers Local 39

BENEFIT - DESCRIPTION

HEALTH INSURANCE - The City contributes toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental and vision for employee and dependents.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT - IRS 125 Plan for health and dependent care expenses.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION - Voluntary 457 plan with Fidelity Investments to increase your retirement savings.

VACATION LEAVE - Accrue 8 - 15 hours per month based on years of service available after 6 months.

SICK LEAVE - 8 hours per month, available after 90 days

HOLIDAYS - 10 City-observed annual holidays, plus birthday and 2 personal days.

SHORT TERM DISABILITY - Provided through California SDI program

BILINGUAL PREMIUM - $100 per month upon approved certification

SUPPLEMENTAL SICK - 40 hours per fiscal year.80 hours lifetime maximum accrual.

UNIFORM ALLOWANCE - City contracted uniform service, cost shared 50/50Safety Shoe voucher - $250 / $300Prescription Safety Glasses – Reimbursement up to $125

HEALTH REIMBURSEMENT ARRANGEMENT (HRA)Eligible retirees can use the remaining Sick Leave balance, in excess of 100 hours, at 80% of hourly rate and otherqualifiedleave balances, tax free, to reimburse health insurance premiums and other qualified medical expenses.

RETIREMENT -City of Fresno Retirement Systems, one of the best funded public systems in the state. Reciprocity with other public California systems. Vested in Retirement benefits after 5 years of service. City employees do not participate in Social Security.

DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Program):an optional, voluntary program that allows an employee to deposit retirement benefits in a special savings account within the Retirement System while continuing to work for the City of Fresno for up to 10 years. Participation minimum is age