CDL Lead Driver

Gold Medal Environmental - Apple Valley Waste Inc•Charles Town, WV

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Apple Valley Waste is a rapidly expanding waste and recycling company in the Mid-Atlantic region, seeking to build a high-performance team to support its growth across residential, commercial, and roll-off services. They are looking for a Lead Driver who can inspire a team, ensure safe and efficient operations, and provide excellent customer service. This role offers an opportunity for career growth within a scaling company for individuals who take ownership and move with speed.

Requirements

Valid Class B or higher commercial driver's license with air brakes endorsement.
Current DOT Medical card.
Meet the requirements of 49 CFR 383.51 and any other applicable local, state, or federal requirements.
Must have a "Can Do" attitude.
Ability to read, write and effectively communicate.
Flexibility with running different routes and start times.
Computer Skills -- Must be able to perform required weekly job duties on computer (Average 30% of job).
High School diploma or GED.
Minimum of 1 year of prior experience driving commercial CDL vehicles.
Minimum of 1 year in a lead Driver/supervisory role within the waste industry.
Experience in a customer-facing position.
Minimum of 1 year of experience in the waste services industry.
Able to lift objects to shoulder height weighing up to 50 lbs.
Able to operate lever hand controls for hydraulic machinery.

Responsibilities

Oversee a group of drivers daily to ensure routes are serviced safely and efficiently.
Report downtime and other concerns to appropriate management.
Assist in planning and executing re-routes to maximize efficiency.
Assist in the training of new drivers.
Perform opening and/or closing duties related to Crew-ins and Crew-outs following company guidelines.
Promote the district/company safety culture and ensure employee adherence to all safety policies.
Potentially drive a route (residential, commercial, roll-off) and/or throw trash as needed.
Learn dispatch duties and provide coverage when required.
Learn how to use the Towers application/system.
Perform complete pre and post trip/operations inspections of the vehicle daily.
Safely operate heavy diesel/alternative fuel trucks along designated routes and to disposal sites.
Read route sheets, follow maps, utilize company tablets, and service customers as identified.
Operate manual and/or automatic controls and packing/discharge cylinder mechanisms according to safety policies to lift and load refuse, operate the compactor, and dispose of collected material.
Interact courteously with team members, customers, dispatchers, and others to ensure timely and professional customer service.
Identify unsatisfactory waste containers/carts and tag them according to company procedures.
Clean up areas around accidental waste spills, adhering to safety standards.
Continuously monitor vehicle condition to ensure operational readiness and minimize downtime.
Clean waste from the packer blade and truck body on each disposal trip.
Maintain adherence to required productivity standards.
Follow all required safety policies and procedures.
Actively participate in the Company's ongoing leadership program/opportunities.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.