Fort Walton Beach seeks CDL drivers to strengthen city sanitation services
Fort Walton Beach, Florida – Fort Walton Beach is searching for new CDL Class B drivers to help keep one of the city’s most visible daily services moving.
The city is now hiring drivers to join its Sanitation Department team, offering a starting wage of $20.36 per hour. The positions are aimed at qualified applicants who want steady work, public-service experience and a role that directly supports neighborhoods across Fort Walton Beach.
For many residents, sanitation crews are part of the city’s regular rhythm. Their work helps maintain clean streets, reliable collection routes and essential services that households and businesses depend on throughout the year. By adding CDL drivers, the city is working to strengthen that team and continue meeting community needs.
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Full-time regular employees are offered a competitive benefits package, including health, life and dental benefits. The city also notes that it is a Drug-Free Workplace and follows EOE/ADA/V/DFWP standards.
As part of its hiring process, the City of Fort Walton Beach verifies an employee’s authorization to work in the United States through E-Verify, in partnership with the Department of Homeland Security.
Those interested in the Sanitation Department driver openings can view the job listing and apply online. More information about employment opportunities with the City of Fort Walton Beach is available at fwb.org/jobs.



