Refuse Collection Truck Operator

Job overview

The Refuse Collection Truck Operator role is onsite in the City of Saint Peters, MO, with a starting pay range of $28.46–$30.19 per hour based on experience. The position is part of the City of St. Peters Solid Waste Department, providing collection services to residents. The operator collects solid waste, yard waste, and recyclables while operating collection vehicles and equipment safely. The role supports reliable municipal waste and recycling services and responds to resident service needs.

What you'll do

• Collect solid waste, yard waste, and recyclables
• operate heavy equipment, power tools, and motorized vehicles
• clean and perform minor repairs on collection equipment and report significant maintenance needs
• deliver, assemble, and repair containers
• assist with coworker training
• respond to resident concerns and service requests
• follow city safety procedures.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

refuse collection

truck operator

solid waste

recycling

class b cdl

routeware

city of saint peters mo

city of st. peters

starting pay $28.46–$30.19/hr

monday–saturday schedule

weekend and holiday availability

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Missouri LAGERS defined benefit pension, deferred compensation and Roth savings options, retiree health coverage, vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, and tuition reimbursement.

Why this role

Routes use new trucks and Routeware equipment; schedule varies Monday–Saturday, with some weekends and holidays required.

About the employer

City of St. Peters is hiring for this role. Industry: Solid Waste Collection. Sector: 56.