Description

External Retirement Plan TRS Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information
Monday-Friday, 5:30am-2:00pm; some weekend, after hours, and special event needs
Some on-call rotation for emergency response
This an essential worker
Advertised Salary $40,500 or commensurate with experience Posting Date 12/09/2025 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 02/02/2026 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement
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Position Information

Classification Title Service/Maintenance Worker FLSA Non-Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications
Requires at least a high school diploma or equivalent. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications

• CDL Class B or Higher
• Prior related truck driving work experience.
• Basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance and repairs
• Experience working around sanitation / waste disposal equipment and infrastructure
• Experience working with automotive fluids, parts, inventory
• Experience operating Forklift and/or pickup truck and trailer

Position Summary
This position reports to the Waste Reduction Supervisor. This position collects and transports materials including solid waste, recyclables, and organics, and manages the infrastructure necessary to perform these duties. Primary duties include operating solid waste vehicles including but not limited to those requiring a Commercial Driver's License (CDL), such as front-end loaders, hook lift trucks, cable hoist trucks, rear packers, pickup truck and trailer, and a variety of large vehicles and/or heavy equipment. Position will conduct routine vehicle and infrastructure inspection and maintenance.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Class B or higher
• Knowledge and understanding of CDL vehicles in the Waste Reduction Services Fleet, such as cable and/or hook Roll-Off trucks, Front End Loaders (FEL), Rear Loaders (REL), and pull-behind trailers.
• Good safety record and considerable knowledge of the hazards involved in equipment operation and the safety precautions necessary.
• Prior related truck driving work experience.

Physical Demands

• Walk, stoop, bend, squat, lift, climb stairs, sit, and stand throughout an 8 hour shift.
• Lift up to 75 lbs.
• Exposure to potential workplace hazards such as sharp object or hazardous materials.
• Sitting in potentially bumpy, vibrating and/or loud vehicles.
• Driving.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Is this a Position of Trust? No Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities
Perform routine waste management collections operations to transport and deliver landfill, recyclables, and organics materials.
Percentage of time 65 Duties/Responsibilities
Perform routine vehicle and infrastructure inspections and maintenance.

Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities
Execute support operations for seasonal events and activities such as sporting events, housing move-in/out, and project work.
Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities
Perform other department-related duties as assigned.
Percentage of time 5

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name Mason Towe Recruitment Contact Email Mason.Towe@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. Do you have a valid Georgia Class B CDL or do you have the ability to obtain a Georgia Class B CDL within the first 6 months of employment?
   • No Response
   • Yes, I have a Georgia Class B CDL.
   • Yes, I have the ability to obtain a Georgia Class B CDL within the first 6 months of employment.
   • No
2. Please describe your experience driving and operating heavy equipment and CDL vehicles, including experience with Waste/Refuse management related equipment.
   (Open Ended Question)
3. Please describe your waste management, recycling, or materials management knowledge and experience.
   (Open Ended Question)
4. Describe your work experience with operating waste management and/or construction vehicles.
   (Open Ended Question)
5. Describe your work experience with operating waste management and/or construction vehicles.
   (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents

1. Certification