Commercial Helper

Republic Services•Richmond, VA

5d•$15 - $21

About The Position

The Commercial Helper rides on a vehicle and assists a Driver in providing prompt, courteous, and complete waste removal services for customers on a designated residential route. The role is responsible for safely loading waste and carrying bags and containers to the vehicle for disposal. The Helper also assists the Driver in maneuvering the vehicle by directing the Driver from the ground and helps maintain the cleanliness of the vehicle, route, and work area.

Responsibilities

Ride on the vehicle to assist the Driver while servicing customers on a designated route.
Operate the packing mechanism and various levers and handles to activate lifting and loading mechanisms.
Clean waste from the packer blade and truck body on each disposal trip; spray and clean the hopper and truck, if applicable.
Perform complete pre- and post-operation vehicle inspections in accordance with Company policy and report safety issues on standard reports.
Interact courteously with customers, dispatchers, and others to help ensure routes are serviced in a timely and professional manner.
Continuously monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable waste.
Clean the area around an accidental waste spill while adhering to applicable safety standards and policies.
Maintain required departmental productivity standards so customers are serviced in a timely and efficient manner.
Follow required safety policies and procedures.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.