Overview
Sanitation Worker IV Jobs in Ocala at City of Ocala, FL
$42,420.00 – $56,300.00 Annually
110 SE Watula Ave, 3rd Floor, Ocala, FL 34471, FL
Full-Time
51226
Public Works
05/12/2026
Description
Highly skilled driving/operating function in the daily use of a heavy multi-axle diesel powered truck. Uses complex electrical and hydraulic controls to complete the workload safely. Reports to Sanitation Supervisor or designee.
Examples of Duties
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Safely drives and operates a fully automated side-loading diesel powered garbage truck during the early morning hours for the purpose of emptying large, wheeled carts from neighborhood business and residential establishments within the City limits. Must use good judgement to safely position vehicle and manipulate hydraulic equipment in servicing residential and neighborhood carts and preventing truck from being illegally overloaded.
- Responsible for the daily cleaning of the truck, both inside and outside. This involves shoveling and
physically removing debris, which requires physical strength to lift and shovel a minimum of 50
pounds from both front and back of compactor body. Performs lubrication and maintenance service to truck and body. Responsible for the daily safety inspections of assigned vehicle and required CDL inspections
- Maintains daily records and reports all problems encountered with condition of truck and carts to supervisor and Fleet Management personnel.
- Assembles wheeled collection carts for delivery to customers and repair carts as needed.
- Manual dexterity needed to handle and operate complex hydraulic equipment with hand-held and foot-controlled levers and pedals simultaneously. Must be able to detect audio and visual malfunctions of equipment, and recognize other hazards such as overhead cables, electrical wires, trees and other structures while truck is emptying container into packer area.
- Willingly participates in employee development and other in-service training and safety courses as assigned; assists in training employees in safe and efficient operation of vehicles and equipment; assists in training employee on various residential collection routes.
- Unscheduled overtime is sometimes required with little notice.
NONESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Operates a sanitation packer truck as needed.
- Operates a clamshell truck as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Minimum two years experience in the operation and driving of a heavy multi-axle diesel powered truck.
- One year experience in the operation of a refuse packer truck with hydraulic functions.
- Must be able to read and write.
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Previous experience in the operation of a front-end loader and clamshell truck is preferred.
- An equivalent combination of training, education, and experience may be considered.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATES
- Must possess a valid Class "B" Commercial Driver’s License and maintain a driving record acceptable to the City’s insurance carrier.
Supplemental Information
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Must be able to comprehend, record and complete route reports and work orders.
- Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.
- Must be able to speak clearly and concisely and confirm receipt of direction for radio communications.
- Ability to work with a minimum of supervision using independent judgment in the field.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the employees and the public as necessitated by the work.
- Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
Must possess considerable knowledge of the principles of operation of packer type refuse collection trucks and large trucks equipped with hydraulic packing and hoist equipment. - Must be able to operate a standard shift vehicle.
- Must possess considerable knowledge of traffic ordinances and regulations governing heavy-duty equipment.
- Must possess geographical knowledge of Ocala.
- Must be able to operate vehicle safely for both day and evening driving.
- Must have the ability to avoid accidents caused by carelessness.
- Ability to detect needed repairs and to make minor operating adjustments on solid waste equipment.
ASSIGNED A CITY VEHICLE
- Yes – Assigned vehicle during work shift only.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (e.g., emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs, or technological developments).
The City of Ocala provides a competitive, comprehensive benefit package for all full-time employees.
Health Insurance
We offer both single and family coverage, for employees working 30 or more hours per week.
Dental Insurance
For full time employees, we offer both single and family dental coverage.
Vision Insurance
For full time employees, we offer both single and family vision coverage.
Life Insurance
For full time employees, the City of Ocala provides Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberments policies as an employer paid benefit. Employees can opt for additional coverage such as supplemental voluntary life, spouse life, dependent life, and child life. For full time employees, the City of Ocala provides Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberments policies as an employer paid benefit. Employees can opt for additional coverage such as supplemental voluntary life, spouse life, dependent life, and child life.
Short Term and Long Term Disability
Offered to full time employees, STD and LTD coverages are income replacement benefits that assist policyholders who are unable to work for an extended period of time due to sickness or accidental injury.
Medical FSA (Flexible Spending Account) and Dependent Care FSA
Flexible spending accounts allow employees to pay out-of-pocket medical, dental, vision, and dependent care expenses using pre-tax dollars.
Pet Insurance
We also offer special pet insurance for your pets in the case of illness or accidents, as well as preventative care.
Employee Health & Wellness Center
The City of Ocala offers the use of the City Clinic for those employees, and covered dependents over the age of 8, which have elected one of our health insurance plans. Services offered by the City Clinic include primary care, chronic disease management, labs, x-rays, and wellness coaching.
Voluntary Cancer Insurance
For full time employees, the cancer insurance policy can help provide security if you, or a covered dependent, suddenly become diagnosed with cancer.
Supplemental Critical Care Insurance
Our full time employees have the option of electing critical care insurance that is available to help with medical expenses that could arise from things such as a heart attack or stroke.
Supplemental Accident Insurance
Also available to full time employees, is our Accident Coverage. This supplemental plan can be used to help with expenses like MRI’s, physical therapy, and hospital admission.
Legal Plan Insurance
Full time employees can have access to local attorneys for a monthly fee and receive discounts on services such as legal consultation, wills, traffic violations and the purchase or sale of your home. The carrier also has a separate policy assisting with the matter of identity theft and social media monitoring.
Deferred Compensation Plan
Deferred compensation is available to all full-time employees at the time of employment. This benefit allows the employee to defer income without paying taxes until money is withdrawn. Current plan is administered through MissionSquare.
Direct Deposit
Direct deposit automatically deposits your net pay each pay period to your checking or savings account at your own financial institution. Direct deposit is a condition of employment for a person hired by the City.
Each pay period the employee receives an earnings statement showing gross pay, taxes, other deductions, accruals and net pay. Enrollment forms are available at Human Resources or Payroll.
Discounts – Theme Park
Discounts are available to all non-temporary employees at the time of employment.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The Employee Assistance Program is available to all full-time employees and members of your household as an employer paid benefit. The EAP offers emotional wellbeing support in the form as counseling sessions and all sessions are confidential. The EAP also provides daily life assistance, legal services, and financial services.
Holidays and Paid Time off
The City provides paid holidays and paid time off for full-time employees. Refer to the Employee Handbook for details.
Retirement Plan
All full-time employees hired after 10/01/2013, apart from Sworn Police Officers and Firefighters, are enrolled in the 401a Defined Contribution Retirement Plan with MissionSquare. All contributions to the 401a Defined contribution plan are pre-tax and earnings grow tax-deferred. The City contributes 8% and employees contribute 3%. City contributions are 100% vested after one year of employment. You will be enrolled automatically and should take time to review your investment options at your earliest convenience.
Training Programs
The City is committed to provide training programs for all departments and all positions. Risk Management conducts classes in Defensive Driving, Safety, and Insurance. With rare exceptions, classes are offered during working hours, and are open to all eligible employees.
Tuition Reimbursement
All regular, full-time employees are eligible to participate in the tuition reimbursement program.
Title: Sanitation Worker IV
Company: City of Ocala, FL
Location: Ocala
