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Duties/Responsibilities Operating basic and specific heavy equipment limited street sweeper ... A valid North Carolina Class B Commercial Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record; Must ...

Street Sweeper Operator Responsibilities include but not limited to * Safely operate a street ... Commercial Drivers License (Class B), Air Brake Endorsement Required Certifications: * Medical ...

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How much do street sweeper driver jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for street sweeper driver in the United States is $18.77, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $21.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a street sweeper driver?

A Street Sweeper Driver operates special vehicles designed to clean streets, parking lots, and other public areas by removing debris, dirt, and litter. They follow designated routes, use water and brushes to scrub road surfaces, and ensure proper disposal of collected waste. The role requires attention to safety, vehicle maintenance, and sometimes working early mornings, nights, or weekends.

What are the typical challenges a street sweeper driver may encounter on the job?

Street Sweeper Drivers often face challenges such as navigating through busy streets, working around parked vehicles, and adjusting to changing weather conditions that can impact visibility or road surfaces. The job may require early morning, night, or weekend shifts to minimize disruptions to traffic, which can sometimes be physically demanding. Working independently most of the time, drivers are also expected to coordinate with maintenance teams and report any issues or hazards encountered. Being proactive and adaptable helps Street Sweeper Drivers maintain efficiency and safety while ensuring city streets meet cleanliness standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the street sweeper driver position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Street Sweeper Driver, you need a commercial driver’s license (CDL), solid driving skills, and knowledge of street sweeping machinery and local traffic regulations. Familiarity with operating specialized street sweeping equipment, routine maintenance procedures, and sometimes GPS or route-tracking systems is typically required. Attention to detail, reliability, and good communication help drivers respond to changing conditions and interact professionally with the public and team members. These skills and qualities are critical to ensuring streets are cleaned efficiently, safely, and in compliance with community standards.

How do I become a street sweeper driver?

To become a street sweeper driver, you typically need a valid driver's license, often a commercial driver's license (CDL), and a clean driving record. Some employers require previous experience operating large vehicles or machinery, and safety training may be provided or required. Completing relevant training programs and passing a background check are also common steps in the hiring process.

How much do you get paid to be a street sweeper driver?

Street sweeper drivers typically earn between $12 and $20 per hour, depending on location, experience, and employer. Salaries can vary based on municipal budgets and whether the position is full-time or part-time, with some drivers earning benefits and overtime pay.

What qualifications do you need to be a street sweeper driver?

To become a street sweeper driver, candidates typically need a valid commercial driver's license (CDL), a clean driving record, and experience operating large vehicles. Some positions may require knowledge of safety procedures and the ability to perform routine vehicle maintenance.
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Infographic showing various Street Sweeper Driver job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 66% Full Time, 31% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,043 per year, or $18.8 per hour.

STREET SWEEPER OPERATOR I

City of Farmington

Farmington, NM • On-site

$21.03/hr

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago


City Of Farmington (New Mexico) rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

349th of 856 rated public administrative organizations


Job description

JOB OPENINGCITY OF FARMINGTONJOB POSITION #150: Street Sweeper Operator INUMBER OF VACANCIES: 1 DEPARTMENT: Public Works/Streets PAY GRADE: F WORK LOCATION: MOC HIRING RANGE: $21.0370/hourly DAYS WORKED: Monday – Friday HOURS WORKED: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. TYPE OF POSITION: Regular, Full-Time APPLICATIONS WILL BE RECEIVED: Open Until FilledJOB DUTIESNOTE: THIS POSITION REQUIRES A CLASS B COMMERICAL DRIVERS LICENSE (CDL).ESSENTIAL DUTIES:Under the supervision of Street Division Foreman, performs routine street maintenance construction tasks, including a wide variety of semi-skilled manual tasks and extends to the operation of light to medium sized automotive equipment.Using excellent customer service skills, establishes and maintains effective working relationships with other employees, officials, and all members of the general public.Operates a motor vehicle to assist in carrying out the business of the department and the City.Operates Street Sweepers in order to clean and maintain streets, parking lots, medians, alleys and intersections.Responds to emergency calls to clean up wrecks, oil and gravel spills.Performs daily preventative maintenance including checking oil, fluids, coolant, filters, lights, brooms, greasing all inserts and washing unit daily.Performs mechanical repairs including changing brooms, deflector plate and bar, skid shoes and plates.Trouble shoots on rear and front engines.Prepares daily reports on sweeping hours, mileage, water gallons, loads or debris and maintenance performed on sweeper.Operates jack-hammers, vibrating skid plate tampers, chain saws, weed eaters, hand picks, shovels, brooms, rakes, pitch forks, pruners, and other miscellaneous hand tools.Operates dump trucks in a wide variety of Community Works' maintenance and construction tasks, snow control equipment, steel wheel rollers, rubber tire rollers, crack sealing machine, loaders, water trucks, and similar equipment, a wide variety of semi-skilled street construction equipment for training purposes.Attendance at work is an essential function of this position.NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES:Assists in setting up and cleaning of job sites including traffic control devices.Cleans weeds, trash, and other debris from work site.Performs custodial tasks.The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.QUALIFICATIONSThis position is subject to the City of Farmington's Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace Program which includes: pre-employment testing, post-accident testing, random testing, reasonable suspicion testing, return to duty testing, and follow-up testing.A pre-employment physical and drug/alcohol test is required for this position.Extensive background checks required.High school diploma or equivalent, or equivalent work experience in a closely related construction field.Street Sweeper Operators are considered "Street Sweeper Operator I" for the first three years of service. Operator's will receive a 5% increase and advance to "Street Sweeper Operator II" after three years of service.Valid state Class B Commercial Drivers License with tanker endorsement required with acceptable driving record for the past three years.Experience operating street sweepers, dump trucks, water trucks, crack sealing machine, jack-hammers, steel wheel and rubber tire rollers, vibrating skid plate tampers, hand picks and shovels, chain saws, weed eaters, brooms, rakes, pitch forks, pruners and loaders.One year of work experience in a construction related field involving the operation of trucks or other related light automotive equipment, or equivalent vocational training courses.Ability to adapt to rotating shifts.Must have a telephone at residence.Must be willing and able to be on 24 hour call.Must be able to be at the MOC within 30 minutes after receiving call. PHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and may occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.WORK ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions. The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and vibration. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock.Works with asphalt, crack sealing material, concrete, salt, liquid calcium chloride, liquid magnesium chloride, oil, gasoline, diesel fuel, herbicides, paint, traffic control signs, trash, weeds, tree limbs, dirt rock, sand and gravel.Frequent exposure to gasoline, diesel, paint and asphalt fumes.Operates and works around noisy equipment, vibrating equipment.The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, M/F/D/V.    
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