Route Service Technician

Sharps Medical Waste Services•Covington, LA

About The Position

The Route Service Technician (Box Truck Driver) services assigned accounts efficiently and provides excellent customer service to hospitals and healthcare professionals. The role operates a 26-foot straight truck safely, transports medical waste, complies with DOT and state regulations, and follows company safety and compliance policies. The position includes paid training and opportunities for career development within an essential, growing industry.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two or more years of customer service experience.
Completion of an accredited driving school or at least one year of commercial driving experience.
Current driver’s license with an excellent driving record.
Current Medical Examiner’s Certification (MEC).
Ability to work safely and carefully to prevent injury while driving, loading, and unloading the vehicle.
Ability to read maps and demonstrate good computer skills.
Ability to regularly carry 25–50 pounds and occasionally carry up to 75 pounds.
Ability to push or pull carts weighing up to 500 pounds using mechanical aids or manual effort.
At least 25 years of age with driving experience.
Ability to work in all weather conditions and adapt to a dynamic work environment.
Safety-toe work boots with slip-resistant soles and a Bluetooth headphone system are required.

Nice To Haves

Previous route management experience.
CDL Class B license.
COVID-19 vaccination; mandatory immunizations and customer credentialing may be required.

Responsibilities

Pick up and transport waste safely in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Plan daily schedules around customer needs by reviewing manifests, route sheets, and other documentation provided by supervisors or dispatchers.
Prepare and load trucks with supplies needed for daily service.
Ensure customer waste is properly packaged and ready for transport.
Provide excellent customer service to assigned accounts and communicate issues to supervisors or dispatchers.
Secure waste, supplies, and equipment before operating the vehicle on public roads.
Complete required paperwork legibly and accurately, including DOT Driver Logs when applicable.
Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and promptly report maintenance issues.
Adapt to fast-paced and changing work environments while maintaining safety standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.