Class A CDL Driver - Swing

GFL Environmental Inc.•New London, WI

22h•$22 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Swing Driver will safely operate one or more vehicle types including Front End, Roll Off, Residential and other trucks utilizing various collection methods to service customers in a safe and efficient manner. Deliver collected solid waste or recyclables to landfill, MRF or transfer station. Fill in for various routes as needed to ensure consistent service. Pay: Starting at $22-25/hour, depending on experience Benefits: • 15 days of paid time off • Competitive medical, dental, and vision plan options • Health Savings Account with employer match option • Paid Parental Leave • 401(k) with an employer match up to 4% • Supplemental health plans through Aflac • Employer paid basic life insurance • Employee paid short-term disability option • Employer-paid long-term disability • Mental health support through Employee Assistance Program • 7 paid holidays annually Key Responsibilities: • Operate one or more vehicle types with both automatic and standard transmission and collect solid waste, yard waste and/or recyclables on a collection route. Route may vary daily based on service needs. • Complete pre-trip and post-trip safety lane inspections and reports, daily truck report, route sheets and other documentation requested by supervisor daily. • Communicate vehicle mechanical problems to mechanic and supervisor immediately. • Operate truck and equipment using prescribed techniques to eliminate driver-induced mechanical failures. • Follow all safety standards, equipment checks and precautions in performance of all duties. Comply with all federal, state/provincial, local and company rules on safety and vehicle operation. • Maintain clean vehicle by cleaning cab interior and exterior of vehicle. • Manage assigned Helper(s) if applicable • Conform in all respects with applicable federal, state/provincial and local laws, regulations, ordinances and other orders and to all company policies, procedures and directives from supervisors. • Ensure that all required personal protective equipment be worn at all times (i.e., gloves, reflective vest, safety glasses, work boots, etc.) • Report all accidents or incidents to supervisor(s) immediately • Exhibit a professional demeanor, manner and appearance at all times (i.e., meeting customers and/or the general public while on route or in uniform.) • Maintain accurate records of services performed. • Perform extra or special pick-ups. • May be needed to complete route observations on all routes on a pre-determined basis, document findings and provide report to immediate supervisor. • Stop service directives. • Develop directions to new accounts. • May assist with training other Drivers. • Attend safety and branch meetings. • Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) desired.
Must have a vaild Commerical Driver's License
Minimum one (1) years of commercial driving experience OR CDL school certificate
Must be able to meet relevant criteria for safety sensitive functions according to Company standards
Must be able to demonstrate the ability to safely drive the truck and operate the equipment
Knowledge of the truck and its components and the basic maintenance Requirements: for safe operation
Ability to control operations of equipment; maneuvering truck into and out of minimum clearance spaces, using mirrors to back distances of approximately 120 feet or more
Ability to recognize unacceptable waste (such as gasoline or other flammable materials)
Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers
Ability to read, write, and comprehend associated documents and maps
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
Flexibility to accept and adapt to change as well as the commitment to seek continuous improvement
Ability to exert muscle force to lift, push, pull or carry objects up to 50 pounds repetitively using proper lifting techniques
Ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example: two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting or standing
Ability to follow all company safety policies and procedures
Ability to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, climb, balance, and smell.
Visual Requirements: include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus due to the constant maneuvering of vehicle in tight and high traffic areas.
Ability to regularly lift/move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift/move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift/move up to 100 pounds.
Sitting is required 75% of the time due to the primary function of driving.
Ability to work in usually loud conditions.

Responsibilities

Operate one or more vehicle types with both automatic and standard transmission and collect solid waste, yard waste and/or recyclables on a collection route. Route may vary daily based on service needs.
Complete pre-trip and post-trip safety lane inspections and reports, daily truck report, route sheets and other documentation requested by supervisor daily.
Communicate vehicle mechanical problems to mechanic and supervisor immediately.
Operate truck and equipment using prescribed techniques to eliminate driver-induced mechanical failures.
Follow all safety standards, equipment checks and precautions in performance of all duties. Comply with all federal, state/provincial, local and company rules on safety and vehicle operation.
Maintain clean vehicle by cleaning cab interior and exterior of vehicle.
Manage assigned Helper(s) if applicable
Conform in all respects with applicable federal, state/provincial and local laws, regulations, ordinances and other orders and to all company policies, procedures and directives from supervisors.
Ensure that all required personal protective equipment be worn at all times (i.e., gloves, reflective vest, safety glasses, work boots, etc.)
Report all accidents or incidents to supervisor(s) immediately
Exhibit a professional demeanor, manner and appearance at all times (i.e., meeting customers and/or the general public while on route or in uniform.)
Maintain accurate records of services performed.
Perform extra or special pick-ups.
May be needed to complete route observations on all routes on a pre-determined basis, document findings and provide report to immediate supervisor.
Stop service directives.
Develop directions to new accounts.
May assist with training other Drivers.
Attend safety and branch meetings.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.