EligibleFor $3,000 Sign On Bonus! Pay $23.00/hour

What We Are Looking For! TRASH TRUCK DRIVER - REAR LOAD - CDL DRIVER

POSITION SUMMARY Driver operates a truck that transports solid waste to and from specified destinations. Size of truck is more than 5 tons. MUST have Class A or Class B CDL.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESONSIBLITIES Operates a residential/recycling collection truck and ancillary equipment on assigned route to service customers while providing excellent customer service

• Prepares, receives, and provides appropriate documentation for the delivery and pickup of containers to ensure timely service
• Loads, secures and unloads truck and follows all safety procedures at landfills and transfer stations
• Maintains radio or telephone communications with dispatcher and supervisor to receive instructions or notice of changes concerning deliveries or pickups
• Maintains route sheets, vehicle inspection records, and follows all federal and state DOT regulations
• Delivers solid waste/recyclable to designated disposal/recycling facility
• Loads solid waste, yard waste, and/or recyclables into the rear or side of waste collection vehicle
• Operates equipment to compact waste into the vehicle
• Operates truck and equipment using prescribed techniques to eliminate Driver induced mechanical failures
• Completes pre-trip - post trip inspections and reports daily
• Communicates vehicle mechanical problems immediately
• Maintains route quality safety and service standards
• Maintains clean vehicle interior and exterior
• Identify and tag prohibited waste items and remove
• Manages and trains assigned helpers and completes the "Driver Helper Safety Checklist" and must agree to never back up a residential rear load truck when the helper is riding on the step, and never backs the truck without using the helper as a spotter/guide
• Responsible for completing daily pre and post trip inspections
• Complies with all mandatory safety meetings and briefings, operational standards and policies, and maintains a valid Texas CDL and DOT medical card
• Reports all safety and service incidents to the Supervisor immediately

MINIMUM QUALIFCATIONS

• At least 3 years of satisfactory driving experience of Class A or B vehicles preferred
• Excellent communication skills and ability to deal professionally with customers, dispatchers, mechanics and other drivers
• Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations
• Excellent driving skills
• Computer Skills: Basic use of Tablets and Applications
• Pass drug screen and criminal background check
• Successfully complete and pass a written and road test
• Meet all Federal and State DOT requirements

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to pass a DOT physical
• Must be able to climb into and out of truck several times per day using 3 points of contact
• Must be able to sit for long periods as well as walk for short periods
• Must be able to bend, stoop, crawl and squat in order to perform a full inspection of the underside of the truck and inspect tires for adequate inflation and potential damage
• Must be able to work outside for short periods of time in all types of weather
• Must be able to see and hear proficiently to operate a commercial motor vehicle in a safe manner
• Must be able to work in a moderately noisy environment

EDUCATION

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Possess a valid Class A or B Commercial Driver's License

Company supplies: Safety boots, uniforms and all PPE