Driver - CDL (B)
About The Position
A Driver - CDL (B) safely operates a collection truck and provides prompt, courteous, and complete waste removal services to customers. The role includes checking the vehicle against Company safety standards before operation, complying with Company, state, and federal regulations, and completing daily vehicle condition reports so defects can be repaired promptly. Drivers serve customers along assigned routes and transport collected material to designated disposal facilities. The position also involves inspecting and maintaining vehicle readiness, documenting route productivity and vehicle condition, following safety procedures, and meeting department productivity standards. Drivers are expected to interact professionally with customers, dispatchers, and coworkers, demonstrate honesty and trustworthiness, manage time effectively, follow through on assigned work, and take pride in their work. Other job-related duties may be assigned. The listed pay range is $21.35 to $29.37, depending on the locality of hire. A $3,000 sign-on bonus is listed. Eligible employees may elect to participate in the benefits described in the posting.
Requirements
- Class B or higher Commercial Driver’s license with an air brakes endorsement.
- Good customer service skills and the ability to act professionally, courteously, and cooperatively toward customers and coworkers.
- Good time management skills to complete assigned responsibilities efficiently and safely.
- Ability to follow through, adhere to the work schedule, and address challenges as they arise.
- Ability to follow Company policies and rules, promote Company safety standards, and avoid inappropriate risks.
- Pride in work and a commitment to achieving goals.
Responsibilities
- Perform complete pre- and post-operation vehicle inspections in accordance with Company policy, checking tire pressure, fluid levels, safety equipment, gauges, and controls; report safety issues on standard reports.
- Safely operate a heavy truck along the designated route and to the disposal site; read route sheets, follow maps, and service customers listed or assigned by a dispatcher or supervisor.
- Operate manual and/or automatic controls in accordance with Company safety policies to lift and load refuse, operate the compactor, and dispose of collected material at the designated facility.
- Interact courteously with customers, dispatchers, and others to ensure routes are serviced promptly and professionally.
- Identify unsatisfactory waste containers and tag them according to applicable departmental procedures.
- Monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable materials.
- Clean areas around accidental waste spills while following applicable safety standards and policies.
- Monitor vehicle condition to maintain operational readiness and minimize downtime; clean waste from the packer blade and truck body, where appropriate, on each disposal trip.
- Complete required route and productivity sheets, vehicle condition reports, and other reports.
- Meet required department productivity standards so customers are serviced efficiently and on time.
- Follow required safety policies and procedures.
- Actively participate in the Company’s ReSOP program.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans, and vision coverage.
- Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
- Short- and long-term disability.
- Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
- Employee discount programs.
- 401(k) plan with a generous company match.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
- Paid Time Off (PTO).
- $3,000 sign-on bonus.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
