City of Plainview; TX

Department Solid Waste Collection Location 1031 C0 Road Y Plainview, TX 79072 Salary $19.41/hr Open Date 02/10/2026

Description Job Description Summary SUMMARY:

Under general supervision, serves as relief driver for commercial, residential, recycling and rolloff routes within the City; operates specialized equipment for Solid Waste Services.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: Collects commercial and residential curbside or dumpster refuse; follows relief routes and schedules as assigned. Operates motorized vehicles and a variety of light and heavy equipment. Collects curbside residential and commercial dumpster recycling. Performs curbside solid waste collection and recycling pickup. Hauls dirt and other materials. Performs light vehicle and equipment maintenance according to City standards. Performs maintenance checks on trucks; checks fluids, etc. Cleans and maintains shop equipment. May perform welding and fabrication activities. Serves on an on-call rotation; may be required to respond after hours, including holidays and weekends, in the event of a departmental or City wide emergency. Assists in recycling center activities and various landfill duties as assigned. Works safely; attends safety training sessions; follows safe work practices; identifies and reports unsafe working conditions; promotes safe work practices and all areas of work safety. Supports the relationship between the City of Plainview and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and City staff; performs other duties as required or assigned. Driving is essential.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Knowledge:

City policies and procedures. Local, state and federal rules and regulations regarding solid waste operations. Practices and techniques of solid waste collection. City geography. Landfill operations. Basic recordkeeping principles and practices. Customer service principles and practices. Basic equipment maintenance and repair procedures.

Skill in:

Maintaining accurate activity records. Multi-tasking. Operating various motorized equipment and vehicles. Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with other City staff and customers. Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High School diploma or equivalent; AND one year of experience in solid waste and recycling operations; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION

Possession of a Texas Class A or B Commercial Driver's License is required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed primarily in an outdoor work environment. May be exposed to dangerous machinery, extreme weather conditions, potential physical harm, infectious diseases and hazardous chemicals. May be required to lift and carry items weighing up to 100 pounds. Application Special Instructions In order to be considered complete applications must be returned with the following attachments: Copy of your high school diploma or GED certificate Copies of any college transcripts Copy of your DD-214 (if applicable) https://www.plainviewtx.org/DocumentCenter/View/279/

Relief-Driver-Light-Equipment-Operator Exempt :

No Type :

FT Employee Department :

Solid Waste Collection 012-13

Location :

1031 C0 Road Y Plainview, TX 79072