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
Paid time off includes:
- 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
Experience as a CDL driver is
preferred but not required.
TO APPLY:
Application must be received no later than Saturday, May 2. 2026. 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.
EEO/AA--M/F/V/D
ADA accommodation may be requested by calling (270) 687-8542.
