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Driver Collector (2 Positions)
City of Deerfield Beach —Deerfield Beach, FL
- $23.38 - $37.39 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- CDL B
- Clean driving record
- Writing skills
- Wellness program
- Tuition reimbursement
Solid Waste Heavy Equipment Operator I
St. Lucie County Florida —Florida
- $47,673.60 - $71,489.60 a year
- Overtime
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Ability to walk for extended periods
Solid Waste Operator III
City of Brooksville, FL —Brooksville, FL
- From $20.51 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Clean driving record
- 5 years
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Heavy Equipment Operator II
Volusia County Schools —Daytona Beach, FL
- $21.01 - $25.64 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Writing skills
- CDL A
- Mid-level
- On-the-job training
Solid Waste Transfer Equipment Operator - Northwest (Solid Waste)
Hillsborough County, Florida —Tampa, FL
- $43,680 - $52,748 a year
- Customer service
- DOT physical examination
- CDL A
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
General Maintenance Specialist II - TMS -RM
Collier County, FL —Naples, FL
- $19.71 - $31.53 an hour
- Full-time
- Sanitation
- Mid-level
- Forklift
Disposal-Waste Removal Technician
The Club at Quail Ridge —Boynton Beach, FL
- From $17 an hour
- Full-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- Forklift
- Paid time off
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Solid Waste Equipment Operator - Tier 2
Hillsborough County, Florida —Tampa, FL
- $36,920 a year
- Full-time
- CDL B
- Customer service
- DOT physical examination
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
Solid Waste Equipment Operator (Tier 1) -Gibsonton Area
Hillsborough County, Florida —Tampa, FL
- $34,403 a year
- CDL B
- Management
- DOT physical examination
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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Sanitation Equipment Operator I
Emerald Coast Utilities Authority —Pensacola, FL
- $18.63 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- CDL B
- Pass drug screening
- CDL A
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance

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Driver Collector (2 Positions)

City of Deerfield Beach -
Deerfield Beach, FL

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Job Details

Full-time
$23.38 - $37.39 an hour

Benefits

401(a)
Wellness program
Tuition reimbursement
Employee discount

Qualifications

CDL B
Front-end loaders
High school diploma or GED
Material handling equipment operation

Full Job Description

The purpose of this position is to perform responsible skilled work operating solid waste and/or recycling collections vehicles or equipment on assigned routes.
This class works under close to general supervision according to set procedures but determines how or when to complete tasks.

Essential Functions

The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

Operates vehicle in accordance with Waste Management Safety and Life Critical Rules, OSHA (Occupational and Safety Health Act) and DOT (Department of Transportation) requirements as well as all local, state and federal laws.
Drives a solid waste and/or recycling collection vehicle on designated routes throughout City streets.
Collects solid wastes and/or recycling materials at various locations, including bags and garbage cans.
Positions and returns containers on the customer’s property in a manner that ensures lids are properly replaced. Closes enclosure doors and secures gates, ensures containers do not block driveway entrances or traffic.
Delivers solid waste to the landfill/incinerator for disposal. Delivers recyclables to the appropriate facility for processing.
Disposes materials in the incinerator/landfill, or Transfer Stations, as directed.
Picks up and disposes of dead animals as needed.
Operates a variety of light and heavy equipment.
Drives a Front-End Loader truck, flatbed trash truck, Roll Off Truck, Automated Side loader Truck, Rear load Truck, Container Delivery in conjunction with a boom truck as needed.
Maintains cleanliness of the City’s equipment and facilities. Maintains the City’s recycling drop-off center as directed.
Delivers various sizes and types of containers to residents and businesses, as directed.
Assists with the repair and replacement of various types and sizes of containers as directed.
Performs pre and post trip inspections of assigned vehicle(s) and documents checks utilizing the standard DVIR (Driver Vehicle Inspection Report), ensuring that equipment is properly equipped, serviced, and cleaned.
Participates in the preparation and clean-up for various special events.
Conducts and/or supervises inspections of operations and vehicles to identify unsafe conditions or unsafe work practices which could result in accidents, injuries, and financial liability to the City; meets with appropriate personnel to discuss potential problems and methods to reduce accidents and injuries.
Performs minor maintenance on vehicle such as oil, fuel, hydraulic fluid, and water levels check.
Transports employees, materials, tools, and/or equipment.
Follows route assignments as directed. Accurately completes daily route logs, sheets, or other routing data on a daily basis.
Inventories dumpsters, delivers dumpsters, and obtains signed release forms upon delivery.
Performs all duties as scheduled by Route Manager or Dispatch and assisting other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.
Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Typical Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

High School Graduation or GED equivalent.
Three (3) years of operating heavy equipment, related to solid waste/recycling disposal truck with hand and foot controls, to include prior experience operating a Front-End Loader truck, flatbed trash truck, Roll Off Truck, Automated Side loader Truck, Rear load Truck, Container Delivery in conjunction with a boom truck, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Must possess and maintain a valid state CDL Class B with an acceptable driving history.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities, Work Environment and Work Hours

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of City streets, types of solid wastes and recyclables to pick-up.
Ability to read maps, and communicate in the English language, both verbally, and in writing.
Skill in completing routes in a productive, and cost-efficient manner.
Ability to operate a solid waste/recycling disposal truck with hand and foot controls and perform heavy manual labor in the collection of solid waste/recycling materials including walking, lifting, and emptying containers into collection vehicles weighing up to 50lbs.
Will be exposed to a physical environment, which involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements most of the workday.
Ability to work in adverse weather conditions.
Normal setting for this job is outdoors and/or driving a video/GPS monitored vehicle.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

Performs medium work that involves walking, standing, stooping, jumping, climbing, stretching, or lifting all of the time and also involves exerting between 30 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or exceptional skill, adeptness and speed in the use of the fingers, hands or limbs in tasks involving very close tolerances or limits of accuracy.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

Involves routine and frequent exposure to:
- Bright/dim light; Dusts and pollen.
- Extreme heat and/or cold; Wet or humid conditions.
- Extreme noise levels, Animals/wildlife.
- Vibration; Fumes and/or noxious odors.
- Traffic; Moving machinery.
- Electrical shock; Heights.

WORK HOURS

Monday – Friday 4:00am - 12:30pm (May be required to work nights, weekends and holidays to meet the business needs of the City.)

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANCE
The City of Deerfield Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the City to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

ESSENTIAL SAFETY FUNCTIONS
It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses. Every manager/supervisor is responsible for enforcing all safety rules and regulations. In addition, they are responsible for ensuring that a safe work environment is maintained, safe work practices are followed, and employees are properly trained.

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
Note: During emergency conditions, all City employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. City employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as hurricane, or other emergency situations and are expected to perform emergency service duties as assigned.

The City of Deerfield Beach values the service veterans and their family members have given to our country and supports the hiring of returning service members and military spouses.

Applications to the City of Deerfield Beach are reviewed as received. Early application is encouraged, as this posting may close at any time.

CITY OF DEERFIELD BEACH 2026 BENEFITS SUMMARY

HOLIDAY LEAVE
Twelve (12) days shall be the days observed by all City employees as holidays and the one (1) personal leave day shall be taken at the employee’s discretion with permission of the Department Director or their designee (once each calendar year)

New Year's Day

Labor Day

Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Veteran's Day

President's Day

Thanksgiving Day

Memorial Day

Day Following Thanksgiving Day

Juneteenth

Christmas

Independence Day

Day preceding or following Christmas Day as designated by the City Manager

VACATION LEAVE
Employees start to accrue vacation leave effective at the start of the first full month of employment based on the following schedule:

Service Time

Leave Accumulated Annually Hours

Maximum Accrual Hours

0 - 48 months

96 hours per year

192

49 - 108 months

112 hours per year

224

109 - 168 months

136 hours per year

272

169 months and over

176 hours per year

352

SICK LEAVE

Employees start to accrue sick leave effective at the start of the first full month of employment. Employees sick days shall be credited at the rate of eight (8) hours or one (1) working day for each month of completed service.

RETIREMENT PLAN

The City provides a defined contribution plan under Section 401(a) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code. The City contributes eight percent (8%) of your salary as an employee, and you as an employee contribute four percent (4%) of your salary. The City has a 5-year Vesting Schedule. Vesting refers to your ownership of the money in your account. Based on your period of service completed you are gradually vested in your employer contributions: 20% in 1 year, 40% in 2 years, 60% in 3 years, 80% in 4 years and 100% upon the completion of 5 years of service.

Employees may also make voluntary contributions to a 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, up to the annual limit as defined by the IRS.

EDUCATIONAL REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM
Full-time employees are eligible to receive educational reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate coursework according to the following criteria and schedule of benefits. Employees who have completed their one (1) year of employment are eligible to participate in the Educational Reimbursement Program. With approval of the course(s) and subject to availability of funds, employees may be eligible for reimbursement (other than Master's Degree program courses) of 100% for a grade of A, 90% for a grade of B, and 75% for a grade of C. The City will provide reimbursement up to a maximum of $5,250.00 per tax (calendar) year based on current federal taxation requirements and limits, or as may be modified in future years. Per IRS regulations, tax-free benefits under an education assistance program are limited to $5,250 per employee, per year.

ANNUAL EVALUATIONS
An annual evaluation will be given on the anniversary date of employment. Annual evaluations are eligible for merit increases to commensurate with the City’s pay for performance policy of up to 3%.

DISCOUNT PROGRAMS
The City offers a variety of discount programs. The following are some areas for available discounts: Tickets at Work, Government Car Rental, Tri-Rail EDP Discount., and etc.

WELLNESS PROGRAMS
Employees on the City's medical plan may participate in the City’s Wellness Program to help offset the cost of their medical premiums. For new hires, points toward the Wellness Program can be accumulated starting from your date of hire through the last day of the year. Existing employees may begin participating in the program at any time. Please note, points will only be tallied on a calendar-year basis.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS HIGHLIGHTS
The City of Deerfield Beach provides group insurance benefits to eligible employees. The Employee Benefit Highlights Booklet provides a general summary of the benefit options as a convenient reference.

2026 Employee Benefits Highlights

Please note, the benefits listed above are subject to change. Full descriptions of each benefit listed may be found in the Employee Benefits Highlight Booklet, Employee Personnel Rules and Regulations, applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement, or by contacting Human Resources and Risk Management at 954-250-4107 or [email protected]

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