Driver, Solid Waste Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/leecounty/jobs/newprint/5205098) Apply  Driver, Solid Waste Salary $21.25 Hourly Location Fort Myers, FL Job Type Full-Time Regular Job Number 07813OB Department Solid Waste Opening Date 01/21/2026 Closing Date 1/28/2026 11:59 PM Eastern FLSA Non-Exempt + Description + Benefits + Questions Description Lee County is seeking dependable and safety-focused commercial drivers to join our Solid Waste team. In this role, you will help keep our community clean by safely collecting and transporting waste and recycling materials throughout the county. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work, takes pride in driving and equipment operation, and wants a stable career in public service that makes a real difference every day. Duties and Responsibilities + What You Will Do + Drive and operate commercial solid waste vehicles, including tractor-trailers, roll-off trucks, grapple trucks, and other related equipment + Transport trash, yard waste, recyclables, and construction debris to landfills and recycling facilities + Perform daily vehicle inspections and report or assist with light maintenance needs + Complete daily logs and required paperwork using electronic devices + Follow safety rules, traffic laws, and department procedures at all times + Work independently and as part of a team to complete daily routes + Assist during emergencies or special operations as needed + Perform other related duties as assigned Education, Experience, Licensing What We’re Looking For + High School Diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience + One (1) year of experience driving tractor-trailers, hauling waste, or working in a related field + Ability to work in a safety-sensitive position and comply with DOT Drug & Alcohol testing requirements Licensing Requirements + Preferred: Valid Class A CDL with air brake endorsement + Also Considered: Class B CDL with air brake endorsement, with the ability to obtain a Class A CDL within six (6) months of hire + No manual transmission restrictions on CDL Supplemental Information Work Schedule + Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM + Saturday work may be required as needed + Additional hours may be required during emergencies Why Join Us? This is a hands-on role where your work directly supports the health and safety of Lee County residents. You’ll enjoy competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a strong retirement plan through the State of Florida. Most importantly, you’ll be part of a dependable team that takes pride in serving the community every day. About the Department The Lee County Solid Waste Department provides waste collection, recycling, and disposal services to residents and businesses across the county. The department is committed to safety, environmental responsibility, and reliable service that supports a clean and sustainable community. About Lee County: Lee County is located in beautiful Southwest Florida and is home to over 800,000 residents. We are dedicated to serving our community with high-quality services and a focus on sustainability and innovation. Join us in making Lee County a great place to live, work, and visit. Find out more about Lee County at Lee County Government (https://www.leegov.com/) . EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES: All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed. This may include temporarily being assigned to work and performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens. DISCLAIMER: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this classification. All positions are subject to a criminal background check. A conviction in and of itself may not necessarily preclude employment. Some positions may be subject to a pre-employment drug screening. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, who claim and meet eligibility requirements of veterans preference, receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply. Lee County Board of County Commissioners offers a comprehensive, and affordable benefits package. Our Board works in the best interest of employees and strives to provide the most complete, high-quality benefits package available at the lowest possible cost to the employee. Our Board continues to remain steadfast in maintaining one of the lowest levels of employee costs in our area. Lee County's benefits package is offered to both regular Full-time positions and Part-time positions that are regularly scheduled to work 60 hours or more bi-weekly. Medical benefits may be offered to On-Call, Temporary, Seasonal, and Intern employees who meet the Affordable Care Act eligibility criteria. Lee County employees eligible to participate in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) are required to contribute 3% of each paycheck to FRS. If you have retired from the Florida Retirement Pension plan you will not be eligible for renewed membership in either of the FRS retirement plan options. Retirees of the Investment Plan are eligible for renewed membership in the Investment Plan only. FRS reemployment rules apply for both. Below is a brief breakdown of what's included in the benefits package that is offered to our employees. For a more detailed look into our benefits package, please click visit our webpage at www.leegov.com/hr/Documents/Employee%20Benefits/2024%20Benefits/FULLTIME%20ACTIVE%20LCBOCC%202024%20Plan%20Year%20OE%20Guide%20FINAL%20AON%202023.09.12.pdf. To view our employee paid premiums, please visit: https://www.leegov.com/hr/Documents/Employee%20Benefits/2024%20Benefits/2024%20Active%20Employee%20Rates.pdf Health Benefits: • Medical Insurance • Plans include, but are not limited to: routine, preventative, mental health, hospitalization, and prescription drug benefits. • Vision, Fitness, Weight Management, Natural Products and Services, and Hearing discount programs available. • Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • Flexible Spending Accounts • Medical Reimbursement Account • Dependent Care Reimbursement Account • Pharmacy, including Mail-Order Pharmacy • Informed Health Lines (Nurse Hotline) • Basic Life Insurance (1x or 2x Annual Salary at no cost to employee) • Optional Life Insurance • Long-Term Disability (60% of pre-disability salary at no cost to employee) • Short-Term Disability • Sick Leave Pool • Flu vaccinations • Wellness Programs Financial Benefits: • Florida Retirement System (FRS) • Two Retirement Plan Options: 1) FRS Pension Plan (Defined Benefit) 2) FRS Investment Plan (Defined Contribution) • Deferred Compensation (457) Plans • Financial Savings/Management Programs • Eligible for membership with Suncoast Credit Union • Employee Leave Benefits • Holiday Pay - 11 Paid Holidays Annually • Paid Sick Leave • Paid Vacation Leave • Bereavement & Civic Duty Leave • Family and Medical Leave • Military Family & Medical Leave • Educational Leave Employee Assistance Program Services available to employees that offers guidance, support, resources and information for personal and work-life issues. Confidential and provided at no charge to employees and their dependents. United Way 2-1-1 (Lee County Employee Resource Program) Lee County BOCC has partnered with United Way 211 to provide an Employee Resource Program which assists BoCC employees who may be experiencing distress due to economic hardship, health or other factors. Educational Assistance Reimbursement for coursework taken at an accredited college or university that is designed to enhance the knowledge, skills and abilities relating to the official duties that the employees perform. 01 Which of the following do you have? + Class A CDL + Class B CDL + None of these 02 Do you have a "No Manual Transmission" restriction on your CDL? + Yes + No 03 Are you willing to work Monday to Friday from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with the rotation of Saturday work and additional hours during emergencies? + Yes + No 04 Do you have at least one year of experience operating commercial vehicles that are related to the Solid Waste industry such as Tractor-trailers combination style dump trailers, walking floor trailers, a Roll-Off truck, and/or Grapple trucks? + Yes + No Required Question Employer Lee County Government Address P.O. Box 398 ATT: Human Resources Fort Myers, Florida, 33902 Phone (239) 533-2245 Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/leecounty Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email