Route Service Technician

Sharps Medical Waste Services•Lancaster, PA

10h•Onsite

About The Position

Join the largest independent Medical Waste Service Provider in the country as a Route Service Technician. This position is responsible for efficiently servicing assigned accounts, delivering excellent customer service, and safely operating a 26 ft. straight truck. The role requires compliance with all DOT and state regulations, as well as company safety and compliance policies. This opportunity offers long-term career development within an economically stable, essential, and mission-driven industry across 35+ locations.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two or more years of customer service experience.
Completion of accredited driving school or one or more years of commercial driving experience.
Current driver’s license with excellent driving record.
Current Medical Examiner’s Certification (MEC).
Must work safely and carefully to prevent injury while driving, loading, and unloading the vehicle.
Ability to read maps and demonstrate good computer skills.
Lift up to 75 lbs as needed (boxes, waste containers, supplies).
Regularly carry 25–50 lbs, occasionally up to 75 lbs (short distances).
Push/pull carts up to 500 lbs using mechanical aids or manual effort.
Age 25 years or older 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 required.
May require mandatory immunizations and customer credentialing.

Nice To Haves

Previous route management experience preferred.
CDL Class “B” preferred but not required.
Covid vaccine preferred.

Responsibilities

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