Sanitation Vehicle Operator

Eastern Michigan University

Ypsilanti, MI

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Finance, Heavy Equipment/Vehicles, Hydraulic Engineering, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Sanitation, Truck Driver
LOCATION
Ypsilanti, MI
POSTED
30+ days ago

Sanitation Vehicle Operator

  • Ypsilanti, Michigan, United States
  • Facilities
  • Business & Finance
  • Staff Full Time
  • Opening on: Jun 16 2026
  • Closing on: Jun 30 2026

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Title: Sanitation Vehicle Operator

Employee Classification: FM

Pay Grade: FM 14

Division: Business and Finance

Subdivision: Custodial Services

Department: Facilities

Campus Location: Main Campus

General Summary

Operate sanitation vehicle in the collection, hauling and disposal of refuse; and assist in the coordination of the collection schedule.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

  • Collect and dispose of refuse as assigned.
  • Maintain cleanliness of work, storage, and pick up areas and all vehicles and equipment used in the performance of duties.
  • Perform as a Groundsperson and Special Project Crewperson as assigned.
  • Operate sanitation vehicle equipped with hydraulic lifting and packing devices.
  • Maintain and perform minor service and repairs on vehicles and equipment.
  • Report any damage, malfunction, irregularities and/or potential hazards in building, grounds, equipment, vehicles or supplies to supervisor.
  • Assist in coordinating collection schedule.
  • Perform related Departmental duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

Ability to read, interpret, and act upon written and/or oral communication is necessary.

One year of heavy truck driving experience is necessary.

Ability to meet Departmental standards of reasonable personal hygiene is necessary.

A good driving record is required.

Ability to perform physically active work of a heavy nature, requiring frequent walking, climbing, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling and crouching activity to collect and dispose of refuse; and frequent lifting requiring the execution of up to 50 pounds of force is necessary.

Preferred Qualifications:

N/A

Additional Information:

Salary: FM 14 = $21.77 an hour/$45,282 annually

Shift: Monday - Friday 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM

Location: Main Campus

Appointment Percentage:

100%

About the Company

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Eastern Michigan University