ASL Driver

USA Waste and Recycling•Watertown, CT

19d

About The Position

USA Waste and Recycling USA Waste and Recycling, Inc USA Waste is at the forefront of waste and hauling and processing, innovating every step of the way as we work to find the best solutions for safe and efficient residential and commercial services. From building the largest state-of-the-art recycling facility in the country, powering our buildings with solar energy, and fueling our trucks with all-American natural gas, we are committed to you, our communities, and the planet. Our story started with a single truck. In 1974, founders Guy "Sonny" Antonacci and his wife, Mary Ann, started Somers Sanitation - named after our hometown of Somers, Connecticut. Today, three generations of family and a dedicated team of professionals are leading our company into the future. While our fleet, facilities, services, and family have all grown, we take pride in continuing to operate our businesses based on the fundamental principle that has guided us since the beginning - to provide exceptional service and innovation to the communities and people we serve. Join a team committed to moving forward to remain at the forefront of sustainability. Some see waste. We see possibilities. Position Summary: The Residential Driver/ASL Driver operates heavy-duty trucks and is responsible for the collection of residential household waste or recyclable material. The driver will transport the material to a disposal, transfer, or recycling facility when trucks reach legal load capacity. The driver safely maneuvers the vehicle in residential environments. Navigates high traffic and congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lots.

Requirements

Customer-focused.
Safety knowledgeable and focused
Professional in appearance and demeanor
Respectful of Company vehicles and equipment
Quality oriented
Reliable and dependable
Able to adapt to changing work requirements on a daily/hourly basis.
Exceptional driving skills
Ability to read and write logs, reports, orders, and maps. Etc.
Commercial Driver's License (CDL) B, CDL A with air-brake endorsement is a plus.
Acceptable driving record
Able to meet all Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements
Basic mechanical knowledge

Responsibilities

Operates vehicles by City Carting Safety and Life Critical Rules, Occupational and Safety Health Act (OSHA), Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements, as well as all local, state, and federal laws.
Performs pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle and documents checks utilizing the standards Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR).
Immediately reports all unsafe situations or service-related issues to the Route Manager or Dispatch.
Attends and participates in all scheduled training programs, briefings, and meetings as required by the Company.
Works closely with the Route Manager to improve route efficiencies and identify best practices.
Notifies Route Manager of any incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
Notifies Route Manager or Dispatch of service interruptions, including closed or impassible streets or alleyways, receptacles, too heavy to service, or potential safety hazards.
Communicates customer requests to the Dispatch or Route Manager.
Completely dumps all receptacles and leaves the customer's location clean and free of debris.
Follows route assignments as directed and completes end-of-day documentation and check-out process.
Performs all duties as scheduled by the Route Manager or Dispatch and assists other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.
Works with leadership to implement strategies for community and municipal outreach.
Maintains reasonable, regular, and punctual attendance consistent with Company policies, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and other federal, state, and local standards.
Adapts to changing duties, as required, based on business needs.