REFUSE OPERATOR I-IV Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/longbeach/jobs/newprint/5077079) Apply  REFUSE OPERATOR I-IV Salary $22.92 - $36.88 Hourly Location City of Long Beach, CA Job Type Classified - Full-Time, Permanent Job Number JA2AN-25 Department Public Works - (CL) Opening Date 09/26/2025 + Description + Benefits + Questions 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 (https://longbeach.gov/hr/recruitment-incentive-program) . 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 Candidatesmust 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). 01 INSTRUCTIONS:The purpose of these supplemental questions is to derive more specific information about your qualifications for this position. Applicants must clearly demonstrate their qualifying experience. These questions will serve as the basis for qualifying candidates for advancement into the selection process. Be specific and detailed in your responses. Resumes should be attached, but may not be substituted in lieu of the required application forms (i.e., responses should NOT state "see resume"). Please be advised that failure to answer required questions will result in an incomplete application and will jeopardize your opportunity to be placed on the eligible list. The application, supplemental questionnaire, and attachments must be completed and received by the filing deadline. Proof of any required documents must be uploaded to the online application. Please be advised that failure to provide the required documents will result in an incomplete application and will jeopardize your opportunity to be placed on the eligible list. If you require assistance, please call our customer service line at (562) 570-7008 during the filing period between the hours of 7:30 AM through 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday or email HRTalentAcquisition@longbeach.gov and include REFUSE OPERATOR I-IV in the subject line .Do you understand the instructions for completing and submitting the application and supplemental questionnaire for this job? + Yes 02 REQUIREMENTS TO FILE:The position ofRefuse Operator I-IVrequires possession of 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)*Please indicate the following license you currently possess. + I possess a valid California Class "A" driver's license without restrictions that would limit the operation of a commercial vehicle weighing in excess of 26,000 pounds with air brakes AND have attached to my application. + I possess a valid California Class "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 AND have attached to my application. + I do not possess 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. I understand that selecting this option will disqualify me from the process. 03 Do you possess a current California DMV driving record dated within the last 30 days of application submission(proof required*)? + Yes, I possess a current California DMV driving record dated within the last 30 days of application supplication AND have attached to my application. + No, I do not possess a current California DMV driving record dated within the last 30 days of application supplication. I understand that selecting this option will disqualify me from the process. 04 EXPERIENCE: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 brakesis required.Please describe your experience as it relates to the position.To receive credit for the required experience, you must include the following information describing your experience as it relates to the requirements.Do not copy and paste your resume. 1) Employer Name 2) Your Job Title 3) Dates of employment (mo/year to mo/year) 4) Total average hours per week 5) Duties performed for position held. Your responsesmustbe complete to receive credit for this experience.Incomplete responses will not receive credit.If you do not have any related experience, indicate with NONE. 05 Knowledge of mechanical operations and safety functions of all equipment including driving, backing, loading, compacting, lifting, and use of other vehicle functionsis required. Please briefly describe your knowledge and experience in the aforementioned. If you do not have any knowledge or experience, indicate N/A. 06 ACKNOWLEDGMENTS:By answering "yes", I understand that the City of Long Beach utilizes electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information related to job applications submitted online through Governmentjobs.com. As an applicant, if I do not wish to receive emails from the City of Long Beach and decide to unsubscribe from email notifications and/or text messages, I may miss important information (i.e. employment opportunities) regarding the status of any job applications that I submit online. If you have questions or need clarification, please contact the Human Resources Department at (562) 570-7008. + Yes 07 By answering "yes", I understand that proof of required documents must be submitted as attachments at the time of filing. I also understand that failure to submit all required documents at the time of filing will result in my application being considered incomplete. I understand that proof of required documents must be submitted as attachments at the time of filing online. I also understand that failure to submit all required documents at time of filing will result in the application being considered incomplete. Proofs may include the following: • DD-214 Member 4 Form, if claiming veteran's preference • College transcripts or degree with a conferred date and field of study • Certifications or licenses for coursework completed • Educational equivalency for foreign college transcripts or degree Please note that candidates who possess degrees from colleges or universities from outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalency at the time of filing. For information on evaluation services:Education Evaluation Services (http://www.longbeach.gov/CivilService/Media-Library/Documents/Job-Opportunities/Education-Evaluation-Services/ ) + Yes 08 By answering "Yes" and submitting this application, I certify the following that I understand and acknowledge the following statements:1) I have personally completed the information provided and that it is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge; and 2) I understand that any falsification may cancel any terms, conditions, or privileges of employment. + Yes Required Question Employer City of Long Beach Department Public Works - (CL) Address Civil Service Department 411 W. Ocean Blvd., 4th Fl Long Beach, California, 90802 Phone (562) 570-6202 Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/longbeach Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email