Refuse Truck Driver

Safety sensitive position regulated by the Dept. of Transportation due to Commercial Driver's License requirement, responsible for becoming qualified and operating as part of a crew and/or driving multiple solid-waste collection trucks, dump trucks, or any other equipment associated with the department.  Performs preventive maintenance on assigned equipment.  Public service-oriented personality a must.

Starting pay $22.9444/hr.
Provided benefits include but are not limited to:

• Health Insurance
• Group life insurance
• Wellness program
• CERS retirement through Kentucky Retirement Systems

• Vacation
• Sick time
• Holidays (for eligible employees)

Primary essential functions include but are not limited to;

• Drives large vehicles/equipment, including but not limited to; refuse packer truck, or truck equipped with hydraulic lifting device;
• Transports refuse collectors, leaf rakers, on designated routes;
• Operates automated trash cart lifting device on truck;
• Unloads refuse truck;
• Performs preventive maintenance on assigned equipment.

Required at Time of Application:.

• High School diploma or GED
• Valid Driver's License 
• Valid CDL, Class B or higher

TO APPLY: 

Application must be received no later than Saturday, November 22. 2025.  Visit www.owensboro.org; Click on "Join Our Team" and the position link; click Apply.  First-time users need to create an account as instructed.  If you have any questions, or wish to confirm receipt of your application, call Elaine Timmel at (270) 687-8540 or toll free (888) 616-8540 prior to application deadline.  Hearing impaired, call TDD/Voice (270) 687-4459.

  The City of Owensboro is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.  

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