REFUSE OPERATOR I-IV

DESCRIPTION

Applications are available online beginning Friday, September 26, 2025. Filing will remain open until vacancies are filled.

Filing may close without further notice.

Some positions in this classification qualify for a Recruitment Incentive of up to $6,000. For more information on the City of Long Beach's Recruitment Incentive Program please click here .
SALARY INFORMATION:
Grade Level I - $22.921 - $30.716 Hourly
Grade Level II - $24.670- $33.059 Hourly
Grade Level III - $26.810 - $35.928 Hourly
Grade Level IV - $27.525 - $36.885 Hourly

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Under general supervision, empties refuse containers; lifts, carries, and removes large or bulky items; operates a refuse collection truck and/or performs as a helper on a truck as assigned; cleans truck cab, truck beds, and rear of blade; performs electronic and or paper pre/post trips; sets compaction blade to ensure capacity loading; prevents littering of streets; dumps loads at disposal sites according to assigned schedules; observes prescribed weighing and dumping procedures; practices safe lifting methods and may instruct others; observes and enforces safety regulations; washes and cleans truck and truck beds; checks vehicle with pre-trip and post-trip inspection and reports mechanical defects electronically or in writing; refers customer complaints to supervisor; tags containers not in compliance with City codes; reports unsatisfactory conditions of refuse containers; prepares written reports as required; may be assigned to special events, collections, or details; and performs other related duties as required.

REQUIREMENTS TO FILE

Candidates must meet the following requirements:

• A valid California Class "A" or "B" driver's license without restrictions that would limit the operation of a commercial vehicle weighing in excess of 26,000 pounds with air brakes (proof required)*
• A current California DMV driving record dated within the last 30 days of application submission (proof required)*.

*Required documents must be uploaded to the online application at time of filing.

• Knowledge of:
  • Mechanical operations and safety functions of all equipment including driving, backing, loading, compacting, lifting, and use of other vehicle functions.
  • Material collected and disposed of through the solid waste collection system as well as materials that are not to be collected.
  • All traffic laws, safety functions and vehicle maintenance.
• Ability to:
  • Read, write, comprehend instructions, and interpret street maps.
  • Repeatedly climb in and out of a truck, regularly lift and carry up to 60 pounds, and perform strenuous manual labor; safely maneuver a refuse vehicle through narrow alleys and streets.
  • Drive and safely operate equipment in all weather or under all conditions.
  • Maintain cooperative working relationships with co-workers and customers.

Willingness to work various hours, shifts, weekends, holidays, overtime, or during emergencies as required.

Candidates who are contacted for a selection interview will be required to provide proof of a current California DMV driving record. Candidates who have a record of serious or frequent violations may not be considered for selection at the discretion of the hiring department.

*Proof of required documents, such as degree or transcripts, must be uploaded to the online application at the time of filing. Any proofs submitted must contain either the applicant's name or other identifying characteristic on the form. Degrees must indicate the field of study and transcripts must indicate field of study and degree conferred date. Candidates who possess degrees from colleges or universities from outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalence at the time of filing.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

EXAMINATION WEIGHTS:

Application and Supplemental Application...................................................Qualifying

Screening of applicants will be conducted on the basis of application and required supplemental application submitted. This selection procedure will be conducted using a continuous non-competitive process, which means applications are evaluated solely on training, experience, education, or certification. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be placed on an eligible list. Applicants receiving Veteran’s Credit will be placed on the eligible list first and then in the order in which applications were filed. This is a continuous eligible list, which means eligible lists may be established periodically and may expire six months from their effective date. Applicants may apply only once during a four-month period. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications with applications received by Monday, October 6, 2025, will be placed on Test #01 established eligible list.

If you have not received notification within two weeks after filing, please contact the Human Resources Department at (562) 570-7008.

EQUITY AND INCLUSION

The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.

The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act

In support of the City's Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer and/or Tagalog) are desirable for some positions interacting with the public.

This information is available in an alternative format by request at (562) 570-7008. If special accommodation is desired, please contact the Human Resources Department two (2) business days prior to the test at (562) 570-7008. For hearing impaired, call (562) 570-7008.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

J.O.B. JA2AN-25 TM:RO HR APPROVAL 09/26/2025

Employee Benefits

The City of Long Beach offers its employees opportunities to grow personally and professionally.As a permanent employee, you are eligible to receive fringe benefits that include:

• Medical and Dental Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Retirement Plan (P.E.R.S.)

• Paid Vacation, Personal Holidays and Sick Leave

• Deferred Compensation

• Credit Union Membership

• Free Bus Transportation (Long Beach Transit)

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Free Employee Parking
• Paid Parental Leave*
*Paid Parental Leave - after six (6) months of City employment; up to 30 calendar days (160 hours/192 hours for sworn platoon) of PPL, taken in full-day increments, in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child, up to the age of seventeen (17).

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