CDL Truck Driver Long Haul

Waste Management•Houston, TX

35d

About The Position

Operates truck/tractor, and trailer combinations with skill and proficiency conforming to all regulations required for a commercial hauler and Non Hazardous / Hazardous waste transporter.

Requirements

No experience 3 years verifiable commercial driving experience, including one-year experience on similar equipment
Class A CDL with Hazmat endorsement The CDL is a requirement, therefore, an applicant must be 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

Operates truck/tractor in combination with trailer, flatbed, roll-off frame, van, or straight truck.
Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
Performs minor maintenance including, but not limited to, checking and adding fluids, checking tires, safety mechanism operations, and other maintenance related to vehicle inspection or safe operation.
Loads, unloads and transports non hazardous / hazardous material from customer locations.
Operates hydraulic loading mechanisms on roll-off trailers.
Operates hose connections and pumps on vacuum trailers.
Operates mechanisms such as chains and binders which may be part of a particular vehicle including end dumps, flatbeds, and vans.
Transports and sometimes unloads non hazardous / hazardous material for off-site disposal.
Reviews, signs, and retains appropriate copies of all hazardous waste manifests.
Insures that loads have proper placards.
Insures that small containers have proper warning label or marking.
Insures that the material being hauled is compatible with other materials in the same shipment.
Maintains shipment records and driver/vehicle maintenance logs, including on-board computer information.
Tarps and un-tarps.
Installs liner in end dump and roll-off.
Removes and installs side boards on flatbeds.
Reports traffic violations and accidents immediately.
Insures that load is secure prior to transport.
Responds to emergencies that are within the scope of training received.
Maintain a professional attitude while performing all job tasks.
Maintain equipment an appearance.
Plans time in order to meet appointments.
Calls dispatcher at least once a day.
Reference site-specific procedures and more detailed site-specific job descriptions.
Performing other duties as assigned.