CDL Swing Driver, Sign-on bonus $5,000.00

Apple Valley Waste•Hagerstown, MD

About The Position

Patriot Disposal / Apple Valley Waste is seeking an adaptable, dependable Swing Driver to support residential, commercial, and roll-off waste and recycling operations. The driver operates a commercial sanitation vehicle on assigned routes, supports safe and timely service, and may perform helper duties, including loading refuse or recyclables. The position works outdoors in all seasonal weather and requires frequent entry to and exit from the vehicle, use of personal protective equipment, and adherence to company safety procedures.

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 other applicable local, state, or federal requirements.
At least 1 year of prior experience driving Class B or higher CDL vehicles.
Ability to pass a Functional Capacity Exam.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively.
Ability to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds to shoulder height.
Ability to operate lever hand controls for hydraulic machinery.
Willingness and ability to throw or load trash and recycling as required.
Flexibility to work different routes, perform helper duties, and accommodate different start times.
Ability to work up to 6 days per week as necessary.
Ability to work outdoors in seasonal weather and in an environment involving frequent vehicle entry and exit, noise, vibration, dirt, dust, grease, foul odors, traffic, and physical occupational risks.
Ability to use required personal protective equipment, including boots, gloves, high-visibility vests, safety glasses, hard hats, and uniforms.
A can-do attitude.

Responsibilities

Perform complete daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle and operations inspections.
Safely operate heavy diesel or alternative-fuel trucks along designated routes and to disposal sites.
Read route sheets and maps, use company tablets, and service customers as directed by route information, dispatchers, or supervisors.
Operate manual or automatic controls and packing and discharge mechanisms to lift and load refuse, operate the compactor, and dispose of collected material at designated facilities.
Interact courteously with team members, customers, dispatchers, and others to ensure routes are serviced promptly and professionally.
Identify unsatisfactory waste containers or carts and tag them according to applicable company procedures.
Clean areas affected by accidental waste spills in accordance with safety standards and policies.
Exit the cab as needed to assist helpers with loading material into the collection truck.
Monitor vehicle condition, keep it operationally ready, and clean waste from the packer blade and truck body on each disposal trip.
Meet required departmental productivity standards.
Perform helper duties when required, including throwing or loading trash and recycling.
Follow required safety policies and procedures.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.