Solid Waste Operator I

Salary: $46,777.95 Annually
Location : City of Coral Gables, FL
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 2104-015
Department: Public Works Department
Opening Date: 10/12/2026
Closing Date: 10/27/2026 8:00 AM Eastern


Summary
Operates trash truck and related vehicles in the performance of solid waste collection duties. Work is usually assigned and performed under the direction of a Crane Operator, or other supervisory staff.

Job Duties and Responsibilities
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification.


Operates various vehicles, including flat bed, dump truck and trash truck to transfer and remove trash and other debris.

Performs required vehicle inspection and maintenance activities.

Prepares operator service request reports regarding deficiencies noted in vehicle operation and/or condition.

Follows assigned route and offloads trash at the appropriate facility.

Provides traffic control during collection process.

Assists with consolidation of trash in collection sites, insuring thorough collection of debris.

Answers questions from the public regarding collection schedules and acceptable refuse materials.

Reports any hazardous and unsafe conditions.

Performs site maintenance and repairs as needed, including raking debris from trash collection areas on collection route.

Follows Departmental, and local state and federal regulations pertaining to the safe operation of assigned vehicles.

Cleans interior and exterior of trucks, including behind the blade.

Refuels vehicles daily.

Performs work of a higher classification when required.

Assists cross/inter-divisionally to ensure that overall departmental goals are met.

Conforms with and abides by all regulations, policies, work procedures and instructions.

Conforms toall safety rules including thewearing and using of all appropriate personal protection equipment.

Performs other related tasks as required.

Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.

Valid Florida Class B Commercial Driver's License.

CDL requirement may be waived for up to 120 days but must be obtained by the end of the 120 days for continued employment; as long as employee has a valid Florida Driver's License.

Six months experience driving trucks or related equipment.

A comparable amount of training or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

Additional Information


The City of Coral Gables is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug Free Workplace
HOLIDAYS: 16 days including 3 floating days.

SICK LEAVE: 96 hours annually.

ANNUAL LEAVE: 80 hours in the first year of employment, increasing up to 188 hours after 25 years. Employees must take 40 hours of annual leave each year.


BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: 5 or 10 work days for the death of a family member in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement and the City's Personnel Rules & Regulations.

MEDICAL INSURANCE: Fully paid by the City (HMO Select). Coverage becomes effective 1st of month following 30 days. Employee may purchase coverage for eligible dependents at a cost of approximately 50% of the premium.
DENTAL INSURANCE: Available to all employees through payroll deduction.
LIFE INSURANCE : Term Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment equal to 1 x annual salary, fully paid by the City (up to $200,000).
VOLUNTARY BENEFITS: Several plans available, such as Short-Term Disability, Life Insurance and Critical Illness policies through payroll deductions.

LEGAL SERVICES: Legal Service plan available at a cost to employees through payroll deductions.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Employees are given the option to defer a portion of their pre-tax salary into the 457 Deferred Compensation Program.

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: $2000 per semester ($6,000 maximum annually) for approved college coursework.

SAFETY GLASSES: Required safety glasses are provided every 2 years.


RECREATIONAL USE: Employee, spouse and immediate family members seventeen (17) years of age and under are entitled to the benefits below:

- Venetian Pool - No charge for daily admission.
- Tennis Centers - No charge for daily court fees.
- Youth Center - 50% off residential rates for memberships and 50% off camps and other programs.

Golf at Biltmore & Granada:

- Monday through Friday - no charge.
- Saturday, Sunday and Holidays:
- Before Noon - Twilight fees apply
- After Noon - No charge
(cart fees apply at all times)


PENSION: Mandatory employee contribution of 10% of salary. Vesting period is 10 years.

OR

As of 6/14/2016 - DEFINED CONTRIBUTION: 401(a) - Contribution by City of 7% of employee base annual salary. Vesting period 5 years. Employee not required to contribute.

***Note: Benefits subject to change.***

Please refer to the collective bargaining agreement for current benefits.
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Are you currently employed with the City of Coral Gables?

• Yes
• No

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In which department do you currently work?
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Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a valid Florida Class B commercial driver's license with air brake endorsement?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have 6 months of driving trucks? If so, please elaborate?
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