Grease Technician

United Site Services•Town of Babylon, NY

About The Position

The Grease Technician operates a company service truck and drives to various locations to provide prompt, courteous, and complete waste removal for customers. The role includes pumping grease from restaurants and other commercial tanks, cleaning and rinsing tanks, maintaining the vehicle, completing required records, and coordinating with dispatch.

Requirements

Skills in customer service, teamwork, time management, communication, decision-making, and problem-solving.
Ability to read, understand, and adhere to Federal Transit Administration and U.S. Department of Transportation rules and regulations.
Analytical skills and ability to solve problems effectively.
Excellent attendance and punctuality.
Excellent customer service skills and professionalism.
Ability to recognize vehicle maintenance needs.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Safe driving record; DMV documentation is required.
Valid driver's license, Class CDL B or higher.

Responsibilities

Perform a complete pre-trip inspection, including checking tire pressure, fluid levels, safety equipment, gauges, and controls.
Drive a pump truck to and from customer sites and disposal areas.
Pump grease from restaurants and other commercial tanks and clean or rinse tanks with a water hose.
Read route sheets and service assigned customers; record delivery and pickup details on tickets.
Maintain vehicle operating efficiency by completing preventative maintenance requirements.
Operate the vehicle safely and maintain its clean appearance in accordance with organizational policies, procedures, standards, and state and local driving rules and regulations.
Maintain delivery, vehicle, and driving records by obtaining receipt acknowledgments, recording tracking information, and completing driver logs and vehicle performance forms.
Work continuously with the dispatcher to confirm routes and report issues or changes.
Interact courteously with customers, supervisors, and fellow employees.
Submit paperwork to the dispatcher on the scheduled timeframe.
Wash the exterior and interior of the truck and cab, underframe, tires, and wheels.
Perform other duties as assigned.